USDA Releases Farmer Bridge Assistance Program Payment Rates The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has officially released the long-awaited payment rates for the Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program, providing clarity and certainty for producers planning the 2026 growing season. Announced late last year, the FBA Program delivers $12 billion in total assistance, with $11 billion allocated to row crop farmers …
Breakdown of FBA Funding
$12 Billion Farmer Bridge Payment Program Offers Relief Amid Market Challenges American farmers are set to receive significant financial relief through the newly announced $12 billion Farmer Bridge Payment Program, a move that has been met with strong support across the agricultural community. The program is designed to help farmers manage the impacts of persistently low commodity prices and the …


