Minnesota SF3005 establishes a pilot program to train in plant-based food production.

Minnesota SF3005 creates a plant-based foods production training pilot program. The commissioner of higher education will award grants to secondary career and technical education programs and institutions of higher education. Priority will be given to institutions that coordinate with local producers of plant-based foods. Grants can be used for equipment, facility renovations, and training faculty. The program is funded with a onetime appropriation of $500,000 for fiscal year 2026, available until June 30, 2027.

Minnesota SF3005 establishes a pilot program to train in plant-based food production.

Minnesota SF3005 creates a plant-based foods production training pilot program. The commissioner of higher education will award grants to secondary career and technical education programs and institutions of higher education. Priority will be given to institutions that coordinate with local producers of plant-based foods. Grants can be used for equipment, facility renovations, and training faculty. The program is funded with a onetime appropriation of $500,000 for fiscal year 2026, available until June 30, 2027.