Definition of Socially-Disadvantaged Farmer

Section 955.50  Definition of Socially-Disadvantaged Farmer a)         Source The Department incorporates the Secretary's definition of a socially-disadvantaged farmer as stated in subsection (b). b)         Definition 1)         A socially-disadvantaged farmer is a farmer that is a member of a socially disadvantaged group. A socially disadvantaged group is a group whose members have been subject to racial or ethnic prejudice because of their identity as members of a group, without regard to their individual qualities. These groups consist of the following: A)        American Indians or Alaskan Natives; B)        Asians; C)        Blacks or African Americans; D)        Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders; and E)        Hispanics. 2)         A socially disadvantaged farmer may be an individual or entity who is a member of a socially disadvantaged group. For an entity, at least 50% ownership in the farm business must be held by socially-disadvantaged individuals.