President Trump and USDA Secretary Perdue announced a second round of aid through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program. Up to $14 billion will be used to help farmers devastated by the economic disaster caused by the COVID 19 pandemic.
The first round provided support to livestock, dairy, non specialty and specialty crop producers throughout the country. Many farmers were initially left out, although the program was expanded to include more commodities.
American Farm Bureau Federation President, Zippy Duvall, says farmers and ranchers saw demand for their markets disappear during the initial shockwave of the pandemic. Even though concerns over food supplies have lessened now, the economic hardships are still taking their toll on farm families across the country.
Sign up, for the Assistance Program began Monday and will continue through December 11th.
