The bill appropriates $500,000 from the general fund for the fiscal year 2026 to support the preservation and evaluation of heritage oilseeds and grains in Minnesota. Specifically, the funds will be allocated to the commissioner of agriculture for transfer to the Board of Regents of the University of Minnesota. The focus will be on maintaining the genetic diversity of various plants, including oilseeds, grains, grasses, and legumes that were commercially used in Minnesota before 1970, with the exception of wild rice.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of protecting traditional seeds brought to Minnesota by immigrant communities. The appropriation also includes provisions for extension and outreach efforts aimed at supporting small farmers, particularly those who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, ensuring that these communities benefit from the initiative.