MS SB2610

Adds definitions for "agricultural operation," "forestry activity," and "traditional farm practices" to Mississippi Code Section 17-1-1, referencing definitions in Section 95-3-29(2).

Prohibits municipalities and counties from enacting ordinances that restrict or prohibit agricultural operations, forestry activities, or traditional farm practices on agricultural land.

Establishes that local land use regulations for activities regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Department of Agriculture and Commerce, or Forestry Commission shall be governed by those agencies' statutes and regulations instead of local ordinances.

Exempts agricultural land uses from local permitting requirements for farm buildings and structures, including forestry-related structures.

Takes effect July 1, 2018.