The bill establishes a new grant program under Minnesota Statutes, section 17.995, aimed at promoting nutrient management practices among farmers in Minnesota. The program will be administered by the commissioner of agriculture, who is tasked with developing a list of approved 4R nutrient management practices in consultation with agricultural stakeholders. Eligible agricultural retailers must be licensed and certified or making progress toward certification under the 4R nutrient stewardship certification program. The bill outlines specific practices that qualify for funding, including soil testing, use of enhanced-efficiency fertilizers, and precision agriculture technologies.

Additionally, the bill appropriates funds for the program, specifying amounts for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, and allows the commissioner to use up to ten percent of the appropriation for administrative costs. It also includes provisions for data privacy, classifying field-specific and grower-identifiable data as nonpublic and private, ensuring that individual identities remain confidential during the grant-making process. The commissioner may award grants to retailers for various activities, including certification progress, implementation of approved practices, and training for farmers and stakeholders.