Foraging on state land authorization and appropriation

Summary

The Minnesota Foraging Act lets people harvest mushrooms, berries, nuts, and other edible plants on state‑owned land for personal, cultural, or medicinal use, as long as it doesn’t harm the environment. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) can create rules that designate prohibited plants, restrict foraging in sensitive areas, and require permits with harvest limits. The law aims to recognize foraging as a legitimate activity while protecting natural resources and complying with federal wildlife funding requirements.

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