Agriculture and Science Research Collaboration

Official: NSF and USDA Interagency Research Act

IntroducedJune 4, 2025

Science, Technology, Communications

Why This Matters

This bill aims to enhance research and development in agriculture by promoting collaboration between the Department of Agriculture and the National Science Foundation. It focuses on addressing agricultural challenges and improving education and workforce training in related fields.

If you are involved in agriculture or education, this bill could lead to new tools and better training opportunities.

Affects: Farmers, researchers, and students in science and agriculture programs will benefit from this bill.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture and the Director of the National Science Foundation to work together on research. 2. It promotes studies in areas like food security, rural economies, and advanced agricultural technologies. 3. The bill encourages partnerships between federal agencies, schools, and nonprofit organizations for better research outcomes. 4. It supports the development of new tools and technologies for agriculture and education. 5. The bill aims to improve workforce training in science, technology, engineering, and math related to agriculture.

Who is affected?

Farmers, researchers, and students in science and agriculture programs will benefit from this bill.

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