By Jamie Martin
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is providing $675.9 million in disaster relief to help Florida farmers recover from severe hurricane damage. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins made the announcement during her visit with Florida agricultural leaders.
The USDA signed a block grant agreement with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS). Under this agreement, FDACS will manage a disaster recovery program aimed at farmers impacted by Hurricanes Idalia, Debby, Helene, and Milton.
The disaster aid will support losses related to farm infrastructure, citrus crops, timber resources, and direct market impacts. This funding comes from the $30 billion disaster assistance effort under the American Relief Act of 2025.
Florida is one of 14 states working with USDA to develop customized recovery programs to meet their unique needs. The goal is to cover losses not addressed by other USDA disaster relief programs and help farmers rebuild.
Collaboration with Governor Ron DeSantis’ office and FDACS ensures that the aid is effectively distributed to farmers in need. The assistance supports farm recovery, safeguards jobs, and helps stabilize Florida’s agricultural sector.
Farmers should stay informed through FDACS for application details and program guidelines. These resources will provide the necessary steps for farmers to access the available support.
This latest round of disaster aid shows USDA’s dedication to helping farmers recover from natural disasters.
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