Agriculture-related business assistance appropriation

This bill appropriates $200,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $200,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the state general fund to provide grants through GreenSeam, a nonprofit organization, to support Minnesota agriculture-related businesses. The funding helps these businesses with retention, development, creation, talent attraction, and regional branding efforts. GreenSeam must report annually to the legislature by December 1 on new businesses supported, jobs created, educational partnerships, and promotional activities. The bill directly affects agricultural businesses in Minnesota and requires transparent reporting on outcomes.