Agriculture, Dept. of - As enacted, enacts the "Representative Johnny Shaw Tennessee Agricultural Innovation and Education Initiative." - Amends TCA Title 4 and Title 43.

HB 1536 creates the "Tennessee Agricultural Innovation and Education Initiative" under the Department of Agriculture. It authorizes partnerships with private or academic groups to develop digital tools, educational programs, and workforce training focused on agricultural technology, market access, and entrepreneurship - specifically prioritizing small, minority, and beginning farmers. The initiative requires annual evaluations to track farmer participation, economic outcomes, and taxpayer return, with results publicly reported to lawmakers. Partners retain ownership of all creative content and digital platforms developed under the program.