In 2021, California farmers confronted significant challenges exacerbated by the Trump administration's cuts to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which eliminated $1 billion in funding. This abrupt reduction strained farmers and food banks alike, leading to desperation among those in need of food resources. Despite a rapid organizing effort by farmers to demand compensation for their work, they found that funding was not guaranteed beyond 2025, leading to concerns about future support and continuity for food programs vital to vulnerable populations.
The administration of President Donald Trump chopped $1 billion from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, leading to financial pain for struggling farmers and food banks.
California farmers quickly organized an email and phone campaign to demand attention from federal officials, successfully ensuring payment for their harvests.
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