MN HF3704

Prohibits applying neonicotinoid insecticides to outdoor ornamental plants and turf, with exceptions for environmental emergencies authorized by the commissioner and for certified applicators treating woody plants against invasive species

Beginning January 1, 2029, bans sale and distribution of barley, canola, corn, millet, oat, rye, safflower, sorghum, soybean, sunflower, and wheat seeds coated with systemic insecticides unless the purchaser obtains a farm-specific waiver from the commissioner

Waivers require completion of integrated pest management training, submission of a third-party pest risk assessment demonstrating a necessary pest issue, and annual renewal

Establishes civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation or $7,500 per day for continuing violations; purchasers who knowingly obtain treated seeds without a waiver face up to $10,000 per violation

Requires applicators using neonicotinoid insecticides to complete an annual department-approved course, and requires agricultural pesticide dealers to report treated seed sales and associated waivers to the commissioner annually