This bill focuses on providing financial support for agriculture-related businesses in Minnesota. It appropriates a total of $400,000 from the general fund, with $200,000 allocated for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, specifically for grants to GreenSeam. The purpose of these grants is to assist in various areas such as business retention and development, business creation and attraction, talent development, and regional branding and promotion. These appropriations are designated as one-time funding.
Additionally, the bill mandates that GreenSeam submit reports by December 1 of both 2026 and 2027 to the legislative committees overseeing agriculture and rural development. These reports are required to include information on the businesses supported, jobs created, educational partnerships established, and efforts made in regional branding and promotion.