1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Peer Learning for Agriculture Conservation Education Act of 2023 or the PLACE Act of 2023 . 2. Peer learning for agriculture conservation education Section 1271C of the Food Security Act of 1985 ( 16 U.S.C. 3871c ) is amended by adding at the end the following: (e) Peer learning initiative (1) Definition of peer learning In this subsection, the term peer learning means an educational experience that includes— (A) farmer, rancher, or forester led information sharing, education, or training activities that support agricultural producers or foresters; or (B) the provision of farmer, rancher, or forester led technical assistance to agricultural producers or foresters. (2) Establishment of initiative Not later than 1 year after enactment, the Secretary shall establish an initiative to support projects that provide to agricultural producers peer learning opportunities relating to a wide range of agriculture conservation activities, such as— (A) activities or management systems, as determined by the Secretary, that directly contribute to improving soil health