This bill appropriates funds for the AGRI works and AGRI support grant programs within the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. Specifically, it allocates $490,000 for each of the fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the general fund to support these initiatives. Under the AGRI works program, agriculture-related institutions and nonprofits can apply for grants of up to $20,000, while the AGRI support program allows for grants ranging from over $20,000 to a maximum of $200,000. To qualify for these grants, applicants must submit their most recent tax documents and complete an application as prescribed by the commissioner of agriculture.

Both appropriations are designated as onetime funding, meaning they are not intended to be recurring in future budgets. The bill aims to enhance support for agricultural institutions and nonprofits, thereby fostering growth and development within the agricultural sector in Minnesota.