Illinois Administrative Code (Last Updated: March 27, 2024) |
TITLE8. AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS |
PART955. MUNICIPAL URBAN AGRICULTURAL AREAS |
SUBPARTA. PURPOSE AND DEFINITIONS |
§955.50. Definition of Socially-Disadvantaged Farmer
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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.