Trump Announces Farm Relief Measures at White House

President Donald Trump hosted more than 800 farmers on the South Lawn of the White House on Friday, March 27, 2026, where he announced a series of measures to address rising costs in the agricultural sector and promised additional federal relief.

The event, which featured several tractors including one painted gold, highlighted Trump's efforts to support an industry facing increased expenses for fuel, fertilizer and equipment. Trump referenced a recent $12 billion aid package distributed through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Farmer Bridge Assistance Program, funded by tariff revenues. "I just gave you 12 billion," he told the crowd. He added that his administration would seek further assistance by requesting additional farm relief in an upcoming funding bill and pushing Congress to pass a new farm bill.

Amid strains from the ongoing conflict with Iran, which has disrupted global oil and fertilizer supplies through the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Trump outlined specific policy changes. The Environmental Protection Agency will revise guidelines on diesel emissions systems, eliminating requirements for diesel exhaust fluid sensors on farm equipment, a move expected to...