; (B) partnering with international researchers regarding new and emerging animal and plant pests and diseases; (C) engaging in agricultural disaster recovery; and (D) such activities as are carried out, as of the date of the enactment of this section, by the Center for International Engagement. (5) With respect to natural resources, energy, and the environment, such activities as may be necessary to protect and manage domestic natural resources for current and future production of food and agricultural products. (6) With respect to emerging technologies, activities related to— (A) developing of emerging technologies to increase the agricultural productivity; (B) enhancing small farm economic viability; and (C) improving rural communities by— (i) developing genetic and sensor technologies for food and agriculture; and (ii) providing technology training to farmers. (d) Reports Beginning not later than one year after the date on which funds are first allocated under subsection (g)(2) and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a comprehensive progress report describing— (1) the resources invested in the Centers; and (2) the work done by the Centers. (e) Lead 1890 Institution defined In this section, the term lead 1890 Institution means an 1890 Institution (as defined in section 2 of the Agricultural Research, Extension, and Education Reform Act of 1998 ( 7 U.S.C. 7601 )) that has the critical mass of faculty, special facilities, and capacity to engage in and support the identified education, extension, and research priorities of a Center. (f) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $20,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2019 through 2023. .