Trump announced an additional $8 billion in financial aid for American farmers, citing rising fuel costs and market disruptions. Diesel costs ~$6.30 per liter, mostly due to the Iran war, which the USDA announcement conveniently fails to mention. The administration already provided $12 billion in emergency aid to farmers earlier this year, on top of nearly $14 billion in existing farm support. Meanwhile, Trump in March 2026: “Our farmers and agricultural producers do not want handouts. They really don't. ".

Trump announced an additional $8 billion in financial aid for American farmers, citing rising fuel costs and market disruptions. Diesel costs ~$6.30 per liter, mostly due to the Iran war, which the USDA announcement conveniently fails to mention. The administration already provided $12 billion in emergency aid to farmers earlier this year, on top of nearly $14 billion in existing farm support. Meanwhile, Trump in March 2026: “Our farmers and agricultural producers do not want handouts. They really don't. ".