Authorizes counties and certain boards to acquire unpreserved lands in agricultural development areas for use by agricultural support businesses, and to sell or lease county-owned lands in such areas to such businesses at reduced price.

New Jersey's A1226 bill would allow counties to acquire unpreserved land in agricultural development areas and sell or lease it to agricultural support businesses at reduced prices. Agricultural support businesses are defined as entities that supply equipment, supplies, or services to farms, including veterinary practices, equipment stores, chemical suppliers, and auction facilities. The bill requires that land sold or leased under this law must be used exclusively for agricultural support purposes, with restrictions recorded in deeds or leases that allow counties to reclaim the land if restrictions are violated. Counties must form advisory groups with farmers and agricultural experts to help determine appropriate land acquisitions. The bill aims to strengthen agricultural viability by ensuring farmers have access to necessary support services in farming communities.