Bill: Funding increase sought for USDA grants tied to artificial intelligence – Agriculture
Bill: Funding increase sought for USDA grants tied to artificial intelligence – Agriculture
Publish Date: 2026-05-26 12:39:00
Source Domain: blackchronicle.com
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Bipartisan FARM AI Act (Senate Bill 4627) Filed: Legislation introduced by Sen. Ted Budd (R-N.C.) to increase funding for artificial intelligence projects through USDA grants, aiming to educate farmers on the latest AI technologies to boost American agricultural production.
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Support and Objectives: Joined by several sponsors from both parties, the act seeks to develop the agricultural workforce, expand AI access in farming, and make U.S. producers more competitive globally.
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Addressing Barriers and Enhancing Productivity: Sen. Budd warns that failure to address AI access barriers will leave U.S. producers behind and promote the potential of precision technologies for agricultural innovation and productivity.
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Collaboration and Support: N.C. State University and the North Carolina Life Sciences Organization applaud the initiative, emphasizing its importance in accelerating innovation and workforce development, particularly in addressing the capital and skilled worker gaps in agriculture.
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Prioritization of AI Research: The bill aims to prioritize AI research and development under USDA programs, enhancing the agriculture sector’s ability to compete in the global market.
