The Harvest Fuel Relief Program distributes $8 billion to mitigate rising diesel costs, as announced by President Trump and Secretary Rollins in Kansas. Row crop payment rates will be released in November, with details for other commodities to follow; Trump credited Senator Roger Marshall for leading the effort to secure the funding.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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USDA Sets Calculation Rules for $8B Farmer Fuel Relief
Commodities1 day ago
One-time payments to agricultural producers will be based on planted acreage, production costs, crop yields, and prices to offset market disruptions. Eligible farmers can apply for the assistance through online accounts connected to the federal agriculture agency to cover a portion of losses during the 2026 crop year.
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