Senate Bill 113 establishes a transition to grazing pilot program within the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, aimed at supporting farmers who implement livestock forage-based managed grazing systems. The program will provide grants of up to $40,000 to eligible farmers, with the potential for 75% of the grant to be disbursed in the first year and the remaining 25% spread over the following two years. The bill outlines specific purposes for which these grants can be used, including establishing perennial forages, creating harvestable cover in marginal areas, and providing technical assistance from certified grazing specialists.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the department to assist farmers and agribusinesses in navigating the economics of forage-based managed grazing, meeting consumer demand, and fostering innovation in grazing practices. It also increases the authorized full-time equivalent (FTE) positions for the department by 0.5 to support the program's functions. The bill is set to take effect the day after publication or on the second day after the publication of the 2025 biennial budget act, whichever is later.