### Question
How is the "qualified beginning farmer or rancher" defined?


### Answer
The term **qualified beginning farmer or rancher** is defined in *7 U.S.C. § 1991* as follows -

> an applicant, regardless of whether the applicant is participating in a program under section 1935 of this title—


(A) who is eligible for assistance under this chapter

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 1991*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 50-AGRICULTURAL CREDIT > SUBCHAPTER IV-ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS**

