financial aid

Most of the funding will go to row-crop producers through a new Farmer Bridge Assistance Program, with payments expected by late February 2026.

The agency plans to purchase oranges, grapefruit and mandarins and supply them to food banks and federal nutrition programs.

Senator joins colleagues in criticizing administration’s foreign aid priorities amid falling agricultural exports.

New measures aim to expand herd capacity, reduce regulatory barriers, and strengthen food security.

The program aims to boost child nutrition and support small farmers.

The Agriculture Council of Arkansas says up to one-third of farms could close by spring without federal aid and is urging Washington to use tariff revenues to support farmers.

Mediation requests surge as falling commodity prices and tariffs pressure the rural economy.

A block grant administered by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will provide disaster assistance to Florida farmers affected by Hurricanes Idalia, Debby, Helene, and Milton, covering losses in crops, timber, and infrastructure.

The Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) will be rolled out in two stages. Stage One, for producers who previously received insurance or NAP payments, will begin July 10 using pre-filled applications. Stage Two, for uncovered and shallow losses, will start in the fall.

Agricultural reserve funds will aid farmers in Spain, Croatia, Cyprus, Latvia, and Hungary who have been affected by extreme weather events and natural disasters since spring 2024.

This collaboration aims to empower women by providing them with resources, training, and financial support to excel in farming.

Funding aims to encourage cover cropping, nitrogen management, and rotational grazing.

All support areas will also be retained, including the Agrostartup grant.

The program includes specific payment limits based on an individual’s adjusted gross income, with higher limits for those primarily earning from farming.