Farm Bureau Economist Details Enrollment Process for USDA Specialty Crop Relief Program

AFBF economist Danny Munch joins us to break down the program’s eligibility requirements and payment structure.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (RFD News) — Relief is on the way for specialty crop growers facing rising production costs and negative margins.

Enrollment is now open for USDA’s Specialty Crop Assistance Program, which is rolling out an additional $1.6 billion in assistance to eligible producers.

American Farm Bureau economist Danny Munch joined us on Thursday’s Market Day Report to discuss the program and what growers need to know before applying.

During his conversation with RFD News, Munch provided background on the assistance program and explained how payments will be calculated for participating producers.

The discussion also covered eligibility requirements, key limitations and exclusions, as well as the application process for growers seeking assistance.

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Knoxville native Neal Burnette-Irwin is a graduate from MTSU where he majored in Journalism and Entertainment Studies. He works as a digital content producer with RFD News and is represented by multiple talent agencies in Nashville and Chicago.


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