The bill modifies the eligibility criteria for the agricultural growth, research, and innovation program in Minnesota, specifically amending the funding allocations for various agricultural initiatives. It allocates $634,000 each year for the dairy development program, $100,000 for mental health outreach in the agricultural community, and $700,000 for local food purchasing assistance. Additionally, it designates $18,257,000 in the first year and $18,007,000 in the second year for the agricultural growth, research, and innovation program, with a base appropriation of $17,449,000 starting in fiscal year 2028. The bill also introduces new funding for assisting value-added businesses in processing agricultural commodities into alternative protein food products.

Furthermore, the bill specifies that the appropriation for the agricultural growth, research, and innovation program does not cancel at the end of the second year, extending availability until June 30, 2029, and allows for encumbered funds under contract to be available until June 30, 2032. The bill includes various funding allocations for county fairs, biofuel infrastructure, meat processing facilities, and urban agriculture development, among others. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2026.