Minnesota SF5073 amends agriculture policy, modifies appropriations, and requires reports for various agricultural programs.

Minnesota SF5073 amends agricultural policies and modifies appropriations for several programs. It includes provisions for seed potato certification, inspection, and grading, with specific tolerances for defects and diseases. The bill also outlines fees for seed permits and inspections, and establishes a statewide coordinator for farm-to-institution strategy. It allocates funds for mental health support for farmers, grants for beginning farmers, and compensation for crop or fence damage caused by elk.

Minnesota SF5073 amends agriculture policy, modifies appropriations, and requires reports for various agricultural programs.

Minnesota SF5073 amends agricultural policies and modifies appropriations for several programs. It includes provisions for seed potato certification, inspection, and grading, with specific tolerances for defects and diseases. The bill also outlines fees for seed permits and inspections, and establishes a statewide coordinator for farm-to-institution strategy. It allocates funds for mental health support for farmers, grants for beginning farmers, and compensation for crop or fence damage caused by elk.