Commissioner of agriculture appropriation for an agricultural training program for Black youth at historical Black-owned farms

SF 1615 allocates $1 million from the general fund for a one-time fiscal year 2026 appropriation to establish an agricultural training program for Black youth at historical Black-owned farms in rural Minnesota. The program requires the commissioner of agriculture to provide training in traditional and modern farming, sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurship, and community engagement, along with mentorship opportunities. This bill directly affects Black youth in rural Minnesota by creating structured educational and career pathways in agriculture through existing historical Black-owned farm sites.