The U.S. Department of Agriculture is announcing that it will begin issuing more than $1.75 billion in emergency relief payments to eligible farmers and livestock producers. These needed payments are helping farming and ranching operations recover following natural disasters in 2020, 2021 and 2022.
“USDA provides substantial economic support for America’s farmers and ranchers through its critical farm program payments. These payments are reflective of the incredible and cumulative financial hits brought on by devastating natural disasters that agricultural producers nationwide have endured while fulfilling their commitment to produce our food, fiber and fuel,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “This additional assistance helps offset the tremendous losses that these producers faced and is a valuable investment, not only for farmers and ranchers but in the economic successes of our communities – rural and urban – and in our nation’s food security for generations to come.”