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


### Answer
The definition of **beginning farmer or rancher** is as follows in *7 U.S.C. § 1632a*:

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

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 1632a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 38-DISTRIBUTION AND MARKETING OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

