### Question
How does the law define socially disadvantaged farmer or rancher?


### Answer
Under *7 U.S.C. § 2003*, **socially disadvantaged farmer or rancher** is defined as:

> a farmer or rancher who is a member of a socially disadvantaged group

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 2003*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 50-AGRICULTURAL CREDIT > SUBCHAPTER IV-ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS**

