USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins announced the release of $20 million in previously frozen funds to fulfill contracts under key conservation programs, including the Environmental Quality Incentive Program and Conservation Stewardship Program.
This decision comes as the USDA reviews the Inflation Reduction Act funding to ensure its focus on supporting farmers.
Despite the funding release, uncertainty remains for many farmers, including those relying on IRA-backed programs like the Rural Energy for America Program.
Many farmers in similar situations await clarity on whether their contracts will be honored, highlighting ongoing concerns about shifting agricultural policy priorities.
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