Improving Coordination of Agriculture Research and Data Act

This bill establishes an Agriculture Climate Scientific Research Advisory Committee to develop national research priorities for climate-smart agriculture and standardize data collection protocols, and creates a Rural Climate Alliance Network to connect agricultural producers, researchers, and technical assistance providers. The committee will identify research gaps, develop biennial research agendas, and recommend annual budget priorities for climate research. The network will facilitate sharing of climate data, improve communication about climate risks, and support implementation of climate-resilient practices across the agriculture sector. These changes aim to strengthen coordination of climate-related research, data systems, and technical assistance to better address climate change impacts on farming and rural communities.