This bill establishes a new framework for compensating agricultural crop owners for damages caused by wildlife, specifically turkeys and white-tailed deer. It introduces a new section in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 3, titled "[3.7375] Compensation for Crop Damage Caused by Wildlife." The bill outlines the process for crop owners to file claims, the criteria for determining compensation based on market or target prices, and the requirement for the commissioner of agriculture to assess the damage. Additionally, it mandates that any compensation received must be adjusted based on any insurance proceeds the crop owner has received for the same loss.

The bill also includes provisions for the denial of claims, allowing crop owners to appeal decisions in court rather than through contested case procedures. It requires the commissioner to adopt rules for administering the compensation process, including methods for valuing damaged crops and criteria for determining the cause of damage. Furthermore, the bill appropriates $500,000 for each of the fiscal years 2024 and 2025 to fund these compensation claims, allowing eligible farmers to receive up to $750 per claim. A report on the compensation paid must be submitted annually to legislative committees overseeing agriculture finance.