Minnesota SF1840 establishes a grant program to promote nutrient management practices in agriculture.

Minnesota SF1840 creates a grant program to support agricultural retailers in implementing nutrient management practices. The commissioner of agriculture will award grants to eligible retailers who are licensed and making progress toward 4R nutrient stewardship certification. Approved practices include soil testing, use of enhanced-efficiency fertilizers, and precision agriculture technologies. The bill appropriates funds for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, with up to ten percent used for administration. Data related to field-specific and grower-identifiable information is classified as nonpublic.

Minnesota SF1840 establishes a grant program to promote nutrient management practices in agriculture.

Minnesota SF1840 creates a grant program to support agricultural retailers in implementing nutrient management practices. The commissioner of agriculture will award grants to eligible retailers who are licensed and making progress toward 4R nutrient stewardship certification. Approved practices include soil testing, use of enhanced-efficiency fertilizers, and precision agriculture technologies. The bill appropriates funds for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, with up to ten percent used for administration. Data related to field-specific and grower-identifiable information is classified as nonpublic.