Grants for converting industrial animal farms to climate-smart and sustainable agriculture.
This Act establishes a federal grant program to assist owners of medium and large concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) in permanently transitioning to more sustainable farming methods. Producers can receive up to 90% of costs for projects that provide animals with outdoor access or convert facilities to specialty/organic crop production. The core requirement is the permanent cessation of confining animals entirely indoors, aiming to improve animal welfare and reduce environmental impact.
Key points
Financial support (up to 90% of costs) for large farm owners transitioning to climate-smart and sustainable production models.
Mandatory requirement: Permanent cessation of confining animals entirely indoors within 180 days of receiving the grant.
Grants cover improvements like fencing, outdoor housing, drought-resistant grasses, and equipment for organic and specialty crops.
Protection against discrimination: Packers cannot refuse to purchase livestock from a producer solely because they participated in the conversion program.
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