The bill mandates that school districts in Washington state provide instruction on agricultural literacy for students in grades seven through twelve, starting no later than the 2025-26 school year. This instruction is intended to enhance students' understanding of the agricultural industry, including the origins of food, its economic impact, and its environmental implications. Schools have the flexibility to integrate this instruction into existing courses or create new ones specifically focused on agricultural literacy.
Additionally, the bill requires the office of the superintendent of public instruction to make curricular resources related to agricultural literacy available through openly licensed courseware. The legislation emphasizes the importance of agricultural knowledge in fostering future leaders and acknowledges the significant role agriculture plays in the state's economy and job market.