Soil CARE Act of 2023

The Soil CARE Act of 2023 requires the U.S. Department of Agriculture to establish a training program for its staff and agricultural advisors on regenerative soil health practices. The program, to launch within one year of enactment, will provide online courses and in-person workshops covering soil biology, diversified farming systems (like agroforestry and livestock integration), organic production, and support for small/underserved farmers. It mandates partnerships with land-grant universities, conservation districts, and producer groups to develop the curriculum, which must address climate resilience, carbon sequestration, and tribal knowledge. Funded with $10 million over five years (2024-2028), the training aims to equip USDA personnel to better assist farmers in adopting practices that regenerate farmland and reduce input costs.