The bill establishes the New Jersey Farm to Public Institution of Higher Education Program within the Department of Agriculture. It mandates the development of regulations that encourage public institutions of higher education to enhance their kitchen facilities for the daily production of meals using fresh, locally sourced farm produce. Additionally, the bill outlines the creation of a bidding matrix to facilitate the purchase of New Jersey-grown food, promotes collaboration with the Secretary of Higher Education to increase local procurement, and establishes public directories for farmers and purchasing agents at these institutions.

Furthermore, the bill requires the Department of Agriculture to create a dedicated website for the program, which will provide information on purchasing networks, promotional events, and access to public contracts related to fresh food procurement. The Secretary of Agriculture is also authorized to seek contributions from various sources to support the program, which aims to boost the availability of local fresh produce in meals served to students throughout the growing season.