MN SF4052

Prohibits applying neonicotinoid insecticides to outdoor ornamental plants and turf, with exceptions only for environmental emergencies approved by the Commissioner of Agriculture through written orders valid for no more than one year

Bans the sale or distribution of barley, canola, corn, millet, oat, rye, safflower, sorghum, soybean, sunflower, and wheat seeds coated with systemic insecticides beginning January 1, 2029, unless purchasers obtain a farm-specific waiver

Requires waiver applicants to complete integrated pest management training and submit a third-party pest risk assessment demonstrating the treated seeds are necessary to address a documented pest issue

Establishes civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation or $7,500 per day for continuing violations, with district courts authorized to grant permanent injunctions

Mandates annual reporting by agricultural pesticide dealers on quantities of treated seeds sold and requires the Commissioner to report annually to the legislature on waivers granted