(a) There is created the initiative to be administered by the department.
(b) The initiative must:(1) Support statewide outreach, education, and storytelling related to agriculture in this state;(2) Expand digital access to agriculture-focused workforce and learning resources;(3) Promote market access and economic opportunity for farmers and agricultural businesses of this state;(4) Encourage collaborations that prepare the next generation of agricultural leaders; and(5) Strengthen this state's position as a model for agriculture-centered technology and innovation.
(1) Support statewide outreach, education, and storytelling related to agriculture in this state;
(2) Expand digital access to agriculture-focused workforce and learning resources;
(3) Promote market access and economic opportunity for farmers and agricultural businesses of this state;
(4) Encourage collaborations that prepare the next generation of agricultural leaders; and
(5) Strengthen this state's position as a model for agriculture-centered technology and innovation.