Soil CARE Act of 2026

The Soil CARE Act of 2026 requires the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to create a training program for its staff and third-party providers (like farming consultants and nonprofits) on soil health management practices. This training, delivered through online courses and in-person workshops twice yearly in each region, covers topics such as regenerative farming, soil biology, tribal considerations, and supporting small or underserved producers. The program must include specific curriculum units on soil health principles, organic production, diversified systems, and conservation practices that improve soil, water, and climate resilience. The law authorizes $10 million annually from 2027 to 2032 to fund this initiative, directly affecting how NRCS and its partners support agricultural producers.