Minnesota SF1615 appropriates $1,000,000 for an agricultural training program for Black youth at historical Black-owned farms in rural Minnesota.

Minnesota SF1615 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 provide training in traditional and modern farming practices, sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. It will also offer mentorship opportunities to Black youth interested in farming. The bill allocates $1,000,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to establish this program.

Minnesota SF1615 appropriates $1,000,000 for an agricultural training program for Black youth at historical Black-owned farms in rural Minnesota.

Minnesota SF1615 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 provide training in traditional and modern farming practices, sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. It will also offer mentorship opportunities to Black youth interested in farming. The bill allocates $1,000,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to establish this program.