Budget & Taxes (Appropriations · Agriculture)

This bill requires Alabama's Department of Agriculture and Industries to create programs supporting farmers, ranchers, and agricultural cooperatives by providing grants for infrastructure like cold storage and processing equipment. It mandates the department to offer training in business development, food safety compliance, and direct sales strategies to eligible producers. The legislation also authorizes matching funds for marketing and market participation, grants for building regional food hubs and shared kitchens, and establishes a revolving loan fund for infrastructure investment. All funding programs are subject to future legislative appropriation and include cost-sharing requirements for applicants.