Bill > SF1413

This bill appropriates an unspecified amount of money from the general fund to the Minnesota commissioner of agriculture for the developing markets for continuous-living cover crops program in fiscal year 2026. Continuous-living cover crops are agricultural techniques where crops are grown to cover soil year-round, which can help prevent erosion, improve soil health, and reduce environmental impacts. The bill requires the commissioner to submit reports by February 1st in both 2026 and 2027 to legislative committee chairs, detailing how the money was used, including administrative costs and program achievements. The bill allows the commissioner to use up to 6.5% of the appropriation for administrative expenses, which is an exception to standard state financial regulations. This is a one-time appropriation that will be available until June 30, 2028, meaning the funds must be used or committed by that date. The primary goal appears to be supporting and developing markets for agricultural practices that utilize continuous-living cover crops, which can have environmental and agricultural sustainability benefits.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1413&ssn=0&y=2025