; (C) establishing a diverse white oak seed bank capable of responding to stressors; (D) providing a sustainable supply of white oak seedlings and genetic resources; (E) reforestation of white oak through natural and artificial regeneration; and (F) the best methods for reforesting abandoned mine land sites. (23) Alternative growing media research Research and extension grants may be made under this section for the purposes of developing and enhancing research on the characterization, utilization, and evaluation of alternative growing media, including science-based techniques that maximize functions in the growth of plants and harvest yields. (24) Rangeland research Research and extension grants may be made under this section for the purposes of carrying out or enhancing research on the development of forage production and improved grazing and range management, including the adoption of virtual fencing technology that simultaneously enhance wildlife habitat, protect watersheds, and reduce hazards of erosion and flooding. (25) Specialty crop mechanization and automation research Research and extension grants may be made under this section for the purpose of developing and evaluating mechanization and automation technologies for specialty crops. ; (2) in subsection (e)(5), by striking 2023 and inserting 2029 ; (3) in subsection (f)(5), by striking 2023 and inserting 2029 ; (4) in subsection (g)— (A) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking 2023 and inserting 2029 ; (B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking 2023 and inserting 2029 ; and (C) in paragraph (3), by striking 2023 and inserting 2029 ; (5) by redesignating subsection (h) as subsection (i)