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USDA Opens $11 Billion Farm Relief Program Registration Next Month

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 5:31 PM

Agricultural producers can begin applying for federal assistance through a new USDA program starting February 23rd. The initiative will distribute $11 billion in direct payments to help farmers dealing with trade disruptions and rising costs.

The United States Department of Agriculture announced that registration will open Monday, February 23, 2026, for a new financial relief initiative targeting agricultural producers. The program, known as Farmer Bridge Assistance, is designed to distribute $11 billion in direct, one-time financial support to row crop farmers.

The federal assistance aims to help producers navigate ongoing challenges from disrupted trade markets and escalating production expenses. Farmers who maintain Login.gov accounts will have access to pre-completed application forms through the online portal when registration launches.

This substantial federal investment represents the government’s response to economic pressures facing the agricultural sector, particularly those growing row crops such as corn, soybeans, and wheat.

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