### Question
What is the definition of beginning farmer or rancher?


### Answer
The definition of **beginning farmer or rancher** is as follows in *16 U.S.C. § 3801*:

> given the term in section 1991(a)(8) of title 7.

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 3801*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 58-ERODIBLE LAND AND WETLAND CONSERVATION AND RESERVE PROGRAM > SUBCHAPTER I-DEFINITIONS**

