§ 1943.102 - Objectives.

To meet the objectives of the program referenced in paragraphs (a) and (b) of this section, FSA will fund grant agreements, cooperative agreements, or enter into Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) with recipients as referenced in § 1943.105 of this subpart, for Small Farmer Outreach Training and Technical Assistance Projects which are determined to meet the objectives of the program:

(a) The long-term objective of the Small Farmer Outreach Training and Technical Assistance Program is to keep small farmers, especially those who are members of socially disadvantaged groups, on the farm and strengthen the rural economy.

(b) An immediate objective of the Small Farmer Outreach Training and Technical Assistance Program is to encourage and assist members of socially disadvantaged groups to own and operate farms and ranches and to participate in agricultural programs.