This bill proposes the creation of a new farm management program within the North Dakota Department of Agriculture, which will be overseen by the commissioner. The program aims to coordinate existing farm management initiatives and expand marketing clubs associated with these programs. Additionally, the bill amends the powers and duties of the state board of career and technical education, specifically removing previous provisions that allowed the board to coordinate farm management programs and create marketing clubs, which are now being transferred to the new farm management program.

Furthermore, the bill includes an appropriation of $1,900,000 from the general fund for the agriculture commissioner to support the implementation of the farm management program for the biennium from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. This funding is intended to cover services related to the new program, ensuring that it can effectively coordinate and enhance farm management efforts across the state.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 15-20.1-03