This bill proposes a supplemental appropriation of $2 million from the General Fund to the New Jersey Department of Agriculture for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The funds are specifically allocated to the Northeast Organic Farming Association of New Jersey (NOFA NJ) to support various programs aimed at assisting organic, regenerative, beginning, and underserved farmers. The appropriation includes specific distributions for several initiatives, such as $750,000 for critical on-farm infrastructure projects, $350,000 for an equipment lending program, and $300,000 for education and technical assistance related to value-added processing.

The bill outlines the intended use of the $2 million, detailing the various programs and their respective funding amounts. These include support for a Statewide bulk supplies purchasing program, technical assistance for farmers, grant writing education, and targeted support for Hispanic farming communities. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage, emphasizing the urgency of providing these resources to enhance agricultural viability and support within New Jersey's farming community.