Major Investment and Coordination for Organic Farming Research and Data
This bill increases authorization for organic agriculture research funding to support farmers transitioning to organic methods and to study food quality. It establishes a coordinating initiative to develop strategic plans regarding soil health, climate resilience, and production efficiency. The bill also mandates an analysis of the economic impact of organic farming.
Key points
Increased Funding Authorization: Authorization for the research initiative will increase to $100 million annually for fiscal year 2030.
New Grants for Organic Transition: Establishment of competitive grants for research and education to support the transition of nonorganic systems to organic production.
Economic Impact Analysis: The Secretary of Agriculture will conduct an analysis of the impact of organic farming on rural and urban communities, including the local economy and labor market.
Status:
Introduced
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