Minnesota bill HF113 allocates funds to preserve the cultural heritage of Black farmers.

Minnesota bill HF113 appropriates $1,363,000 annually for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the arts and cultural heritage fund. The funds are designated for the Minnesota Black Farmers Association to support the cultural heritage of Black farmers. Grants will be used at Mahogany Farm in Mora, Frog Tree Farm in Verndale, and the 40 Acre Co-op in Sandstone. These grants aim to develop and build greenhouses, fostering a new generation of culturally aware farmers, enhancing sustainable farming practices, and serving as community hubs for cultural and educational programming.

Minnesota bill HF113 allocates funds to preserve the cultural heritage of Black farmers.

Minnesota bill HF113 appropriates $1,363,000 annually for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the arts and cultural heritage fund. The funds are designated for the Minnesota Black Farmers Association to support the cultural heritage of Black farmers. Grants will be used at Mahogany Farm in Mora, Frog Tree Farm in Verndale, and the 40 Acre Co-op in Sandstone. These grants aim to develop and build greenhouses, fostering a new generation of culturally aware farmers, enhancing sustainable farming practices, and serving as community hubs for cultural and educational programming.