Farm Bureau Appreciates Distribution of Aid to Farmers

Mar 19, 2025

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on USDA’s announcement that it will release $10 billion in economic assistance for corn, soybean, wheat, cotton, rice and other field crop farmers, which was authorized by Congress in December.

“We appreciate Secretary Rollins for prioritizing delivery of the first $10 billion in much-needed aid. It will help farmers who are facing low commodity prices while wrestling with inflation, high interest rates and increased supply costs. For the third straight year, farmers lost money on almost every major crop planted.

“AFBF engaged with lawmakers to ensure they understood the challenges facing rural America, and we were pleased that aid for farmers was included in the December continuing resolution. We urge USDA to move quickly to distribute the remaining aid approved by Congress, including support for farmers hit hard by natural disasters.

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Video: Residue Management

Residue Management conservation practice manages the amount, orientation, and distribution of crop and other plant residue on the soil surface year-round while limiting soil-disturbing activities used to grow and harvest crops in systems where the field surface is tilled prior to planting. This video explores how Ryan McKenzie implemented this conservation practice on his farm in Samson, Alabama.

Practice benefits:

• Increases organic matter

• Improves air quality

• Decreases energy costs

• Reduces erosion

• Improves soil health

The Conservation at Work video series was created to increase producer awareness of common conservation practices and was filmed at various locations throughout the country. Because conservation plans are specific to the unique resource needs on each farm and also soil type, weather conditions, etc., these videos were designed to serve as a general guide to the benefits of soil and water conservation and landowners should contact their local USDA office for individual consultation.