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North Carolina Disaster Funds and Food Animal Vet Shortage
The Agribusiness Update
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture sent out the first round of checks to farmers through the 2024 Ag Disaster Crop Loss Program, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a commitment to increase the number of rural food animal veterinarians across the U.S.
Disaster Aid, Peanut Job Opening, and Pest Control Warning
Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida launches hurricane recovery grant hub, Alabama seeks peanut promotions leader, and Georgia urges pest control vigilance.
Schiff to USDA: Don’t Sideline California Agriculture
California Ag Today
Senator Schiff challenges the USDA’s decision to bypass California in its regional hub relocation plan and funding allocations.
USDA Disaster Assistance program
Idaho Ag Today
Taking place now. Sign up for a new USDA Disaster Assistance program.
USDA Delivers Relief for Hurricane-Hit Florida Ag Producers
Southeast Regional Ag News
Over $675 million in federal funding will help producers recover—and underscores the need for storm prep now.
Storm-Ready Starts Now
Southeast Regional Ag News
A practical hurricane prep and recovery guide—especially for cotton producers in the Southeast.
MASC and SDRP Programs Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Riley Bushue, Vice President at Northwest Horticultural
Council, says there are a couple of assistance programs that tree fruit growers should be aware of, the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops and the Supplemental Disaster Relief Programs.
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USDA Opens $16 Billion Disaster Relief Program for Farmers Hit in 2023–2024
Southeast Regional Ag News
Farmers with crop losses from recent natural disasters can now apply for federal aid through the USDA’s new Supplemental Disaster Relief Program.
Despite BBB Passage, AFBF Says Work Still Needs to be Done
California Ag Today
Brian Glenn, director of government affairs with the American Farm Bureau Federation, says several critical farm programs still need updating through a new farm bill.
MASC and SDRP Programs Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Riley Bushue, Vice President at Northwest Horticultural
Council, says there are a couple of assistance programs that tree fruit growers should be aware of, the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops and the Supplemental Disaster Relief Programs.
Read More
Supplemental Disaster Relief Program
Farm of the Future
Farm Service Agency Administrator Bill Beam discusses some of the details and phases of the recently announced Supplemental Disaster Relief Program.
Ag Assistance Applications and Tariff Town Halls
The Agribusiness Update
Ag producers who suffered eligible crop losses due to natural disasters in 2023 and 2024 can now apply for $16 billion in assistance through the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program, and Farmers for Free Trade has been on the road this summer holding events called Tariff Town Halls.
What is Covered Under New Disaster Assistance Program
Line on Agriculture
USDA is rolling out Phase One of the Supplemental Disaster Assistance Program.
California Cherry Crop Down and Trump Tariffs Hit Deficit
The Agribusiness Update
California’s cherry crop is lighter this year, with farmers blaming the lower yield on last summer’s heat wave and poor pollination this spring, and President Trump’s tariffs will take a big bite out of U.S. deficit levels.
California Cherry Crop Down and Trump Tariffs Hit Deficit
The Agribusiness Update
California’s cherry crop is lighter this year, with farmers blaming the lower yield on last summer’s heat wave and poor pollination this spring, and President Trump’s tariffs will take a big bite out of U.S. deficit levels.
Big Bill, Big Backup: What the Safety Net Looks Like
Southeast Regional Ag News
The proposed “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act includes key provisions for risk management and the farm safety net, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation.
Keeping California Family Farms Competitive
California Ag Today
With small farms making up the majority of U.S. agriculture, the American Farm Bureau Federation is pushing for policies that protect family-run operations. As California farmers face mounting challenges, new USDA attention could bring much-needed support.
Backing the Backbone: New Push for Small Farm Policy
Southeast Regional Ag News
The American Farm Bureau Federation is urging USDA action to support small, family-owned farms—nearly 90% of all U.S. farms. With thousands of operations lost, the call is clear: small farms need help to thrive, not just survive.
Florida Farm Bill Signed into Law
Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida’s 2025 Farm Bill is now law. With strong bipartisan support, the legislation brings sweeping changes aimed at strengthening agriculture and consumer protections across the state.