HB 6647 Summary

• Commissioner of Agriculture must adopt regulations by October 1, 2020 establishing minimum carbon and water content standards for soil used in regenerative agriculture practices.

• Regulations shall include a definition of "regenerative agriculture" consistent with generally accepted standards for carbon and water soil content.

• Commissioner may award grants to encourage the practice of regenerative agriculture throughout the state.

• Program aims to improve soil health, conservation, rainwater absorption, drought resiliency, and water quality.