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Agricultural Management Assistance (AMA) in New JerseyThe information presented about the Agricultural Management Assistance program is based on program rules developed under the 2002 Farm Bill. With passage of the 2008 Farm Bill in May, statutory language changes mean new program rules need to be written by the Department. These rule changes may impact how New Jersey implements this program. The 2009 program information will be updated after consultation with the State Technical Committee once the new rules are approved for use and prior to any 2009 funding decisions. All applicants will have ample opportunity to review the rule changes and contract terms and will be required to comply with all applicable rules and requirements in place at the time of contract obligation. The Agricultural Management Assistance (AMA) Program is a voluntary program authorized by the 2002 farm bill and is offered in New Jersey on a limited basis when funds are made available by Congress. AMA provides an opportunity for small-scale and beginning farmers who qualify for farmland assessment and who might not normally participate in a government program to apply for financial and technical assistance to implement basic conservation measures that can reduce risk in their new or diversified operations. AMA targets three specific concerns: water management, tree planting, and risk management through production diversification and resource conservation practices. Through AMA , Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) professionals assist producers in the development of a conservation plan and the design of conservation practices. They also provide guidance to help implement the plan. Review the links below for additional details on how the program works in New Jersey.
Contact your local NRCS service center for more information on AMA and other NRCS programs or to submit an application.
Contact: Janice Reid, Assistant State Conservationist, Programs Last Modified: June 30, 2008 |
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