How will USDA’s $700 million in disaster assistance be used to help Florida farmers?

Federal assistance is on the way for Florida farmers and ranchers.

USDA has announced nearly $700 million in disaster aid, focused on areas like infrastructure, citrus, and timber, in addition to direct market losses.

Florida Farm Bureau President Jeb Smith spoke with RFD-TV’s Suzanne Alexander about the need for aid in the state, the impact recent disasters have had, and how the funding will be used.

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