Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to allocate state funding to support agricultural initiatives in Minnesota through two specific grant programs: the AGRI works and AGRI support programs.

Main Provisions

• AGRI Works Program:

  • The bill appropriates $490,000 for fiscal year 2026 and another $490,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to support this program.
  • Agriculture-related institutions and nonprofits can apply for grants under this program, with a maximum grant amount of $20,000.
  • Eligibility requires submission of the most recent tax documents and a completed application as defined by the commissioner of agriculture.
  • These appropriations are specified as one-time funding.

• AGRI Support Program:

  • Similarly, $490,000 is allocated for both fiscal year 2026 and fiscal year 2027 for this program.
  • Institutions and nonprofits engaged in agriculture can apply for grants exceeding $20,000 but not more than $200,000.
  • Similar to the AGRI Works Program, grantees must provide recent tax documents and fulfill application requirements set by the commissioner.
  • The funding for this program is also designated as one-time.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This bill introduces new appropriations specifically for the AGRI works and AGRI support programs, indicating a focused financial support initiative for agriculture-related entities within Minnesota. There are no significant changes to existing laws as this bill primarily establishes funding parameters for these grant programs.

Relevant Terms

• AGRI works program
• AGRI support program
• Appropriations
• General fund
• Agriculture-related institutions
• Nonprofits
• Grant application
• Commissioner of agriculture