MDA Preps for ’25 Legislative Session

With 2024 in the rearview mirror, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture is preparing for the upcoming legislative session. Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen said budget planning is a priority. The continued spread of avian influenza is also on the radar. “One other thing that we’re seeing right now too is a return of avian influenza in our wild birds so we know as they’re migrating with this weird weather that they are carrying the virus around the state.” Minnesota’s groundwater and soil health are also expected to receive attention during the session.