Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP)

The Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP) is a federal initiative that provides funding and support to new farmers and ranchers to help them start and grow successful agricultural operations. It offers resources like training, education, technical assistance, and mentoring to build skills, improve knowledge, and strengthen their ability to manage farms sustainably. The program aims to increase the number of successful, independent farmers and ranchers by reducing the barriers they face when entering the agriculture industry.