Expands the definition of crops, livestock and livestock products to include cannabis when cultivated in accordance with the cannabis law; amends the effectiveness thereof.

This bill expands the definition of agricultural products in New York to include cannabis, as long as it is grown following the state's cannabis laws. This means that cannabis will be treated similarly to other crops and livestock in terms of regulation and support. The bill aims to clarify the status of cannabis within the agricultural sector.

Supporters of the bill argue that including cannabis in the definition of crops will help legitimize the cannabis industry in New York and provide farmers with more opportunities. They believe this will lead to economic growth and job creation in the agricultural sector, benefiting local communities and the state's economy.

Critics of the bill may argue that expanding the definition of agricultural products to include cannabis could undermine traditional farming practices and lead to regulatory challenges. They might express concerns about the potential for increased competition with established crops and the implications of cannabis cultivation on local communities.