USDA Announces Details of Direct Assistance to Farmers through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program.
So, Farmers and Ranchers to Receive Direct Support for Losses Related to COVID-19.
Release & Contact Info
Press Release
Release No. 0266.20
Contact: USDA Press
Email: press@oc.usda.gov
(Washington, D.C., May 19, 2020) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced details of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). In addition to other provisions, it will provide up to $16 billion in direct payments. So, it can deliver relief to America’s farmers and ranchers impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. In addition to this direct support to farmers and ranchers, USDA’s Farmers to Families Food Box program is partnering with regional and local distributors. Those whose workforces have been significantly impacted by the closure of many restaurants and hotels. Also any other food service entities, to purchase $3 billion in fresh produce, dairy, and meat. In addition, it will provide to deliver boxes to Americans in need.
“America’s farming community is facing an unprecedented situation as our nation tackles the coronavirus. President Trump has authorized USDA to ensure our patriotic farmers, ranchers, and producers are supported and we are moving quickly to open applications to get payments out the door and into the pockets of farmers,” said Secretary Perdue. “These payments will help keep farmers afloat while market demand returns as our nation reopens and recovers. America’s farmers are resilient and will get through this challenge just like they always do with faith, hard work, and determination.”
Beginning May 26, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), through the Farm Service Agency (FSA), will be accepting applications from agricultural producers who have suffered losses.
