https://www.rfdtv.com/farm-aid Federal Farm Aid Programs en-US Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/usda-harvest-to-hallways-initiative-launches-to-invest-in-child-nutrition-programs Secretary Rollins and Secretary Kennedy Jointly Unveil New Investments to Bring More Nutrient-Dense, Local Food into Schools and Give Cafeterias the Tools to Serve Healthier Meals Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/usda-harvest-to-hallways-initiative-launches-to-invest-in-child-nutrition-programs https://www.rfdtv.com/rural-money-farmers-face-aug-31-deadline-to-finalize-arc-plc-base-acre-increases With the Aug. 31 deadline approaching, Farm CPA Paul Neiffer encouraged farmers not to wait until the final days to address any questions or discrepancies with their records. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:31:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/rural-money-farmers-face-aug-31-deadline-to-finalize-arc-plc-base-acre-increases https://www.rfdtv.com/farm-bureau-highlights-growing-role-of-grasslands-crp-in-conservation Farm Bureau economist Cameron Castillo explains how Grasslands CRP supports conservation while allowing farmers and ranchers to continue some production. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/farm-bureau-highlights-growing-role-of-grasslands-crp-in-conservation https://www.rfdtv.com/business/blogs/firm-to-farm/the-farm-service-agency-probate-trap A carefully drafted will or trust can transfer property ownership. It cannot, by itself, rewrite federal program eligibility rules. For that reason, attorneys and CPAs advising farmers should include FSA participation in the standard estate-planning checklist. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/business/blogs/firm-to-farm/the-farm-service-agency-probate-trap https://www.rfdtv.com/usda-7-5-million-in-grant-funding-to-expand-cold-chain-capacity-and-increase-access-to-real-food The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced $7.5 million in grant funding available through the Cold Chain Grants for Emergency Food Assistance Program (CCG). Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:24:10 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/usda-7-5-million-in-grant-funding-to-expand-cold-chain-capacity-and-increase-access-to-real-food https://www.rfdtv.com/usda-undersecretary-fordyce-takes-rural-listening-tour-to-gather-producer-feedback USDA Undersecretary Richard Fordyce is traveling across rural communities to meet directly with farmers and ranchers and hear their concerns about federal programs. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:37:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/usda-undersecretary-fordyce-takes-rural-listening-tour-to-gather-producer-feedback https://www.rfdtv.com/usda-sdrp-application-deadline-extended-new-flexibilities-for-2023-2024-quality-losses The USDA has extended the application deadline for Stages 1 and 2 of the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program to Sept. 30, 2026, and is offering more flexibility for 2023-2024 quality losses on eligible crops. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:27:19 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/usda-sdrp-application-deadline-extended-new-flexibilities-for-2023-2024-quality-losses https://www.rfdtv.com/freedom-haulers-initiative-aims-to-fast-track-veterans-into-trucking-careers The Freedom Haulers Initiative aims to help military veterans transition into civilian trucking careers by reducing barriers to CDL testing and supporting new drivers. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/freedom-haulers-initiative-aims-to-fast-track-veterans-into-trucking-careers https://www.rfdtv.com/exclusive-usda-extends-disaster-relief-deadline-adds-flexibility The USDA is extending the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program application deadline to Sept. 30, giving farmers more time to seek assistance for 2023 and 2024 crop losses. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/exclusive-usda-extends-disaster-relief-deadline-adds-flexibility https://www.rfdtv.com/government-payments-mask-weaker-agricultural-market-revenue-trends Government payments are offsetting weaker crop and livestock market returns. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/government-payments-mask-weaker-agricultural-market-revenue-trends https://www.rfdtv.com/rural-money-2 Farmers receiving ARC and PLC payments could see reductions due to sequestration. A CPA explains how the cuts are calculated. Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:40:16 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/rural-money-2 https://www.rfdtv.com/nafa-alfalfa-producers-need-more-federal-support-and-expanded-risk-management-options The National Alfalfa & Forage Alliance is calling for more support as growers gain access to a new alfalfa revenue protection insurance program. Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:30:00 GMT https://www.rfdtv.com/nafa-alfalfa-producers-need-more-federal-support-and-expanded-risk-management-options