Minnesota HF1518 funds an agricultural training program for Black youth at historical Black-owned farms in rural Minnesota.

Minnesota HF1518 mandates the Commissioner of Agriculture to create an agricultural training program for Black youth at historical Black-owned farms in rural Minnesota. The program will offer training in traditional and modern farming practices, sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. It will also provide mentorship opportunities for Black youth interested in farming. The bill appropriates $1,000,000 in fiscal year 2026 from the general fund for this purpose.

Minnesota HF1518 funds an agricultural training program for Black youth at historical Black-owned farms in rural Minnesota.

Minnesota HF1518 mandates the Commissioner of Agriculture to create an agricultural training program for Black youth at historical Black-owned farms in rural Minnesota. The program will offer training in traditional and modern farming practices, sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. It will also provide mentorship opportunities for Black youth interested in farming. The bill appropriates $1,000,000 in fiscal year 2026 from the general fund for this purpose.