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Farmers to Benefit: Subsidies Surge Over 200% by 2026

9/9/2025

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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act boosts subsidies for farmers, particularly in cotton, rice, and peanuts, with average payments increasing over 200%.
Corn payments rise from $24.97 to $40.47 per acre, while soybeans see a shift towards Price Loss Coverage (PLC) enrollment.
The legislation enhances the Price Loss Coverage (PLC) and Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) programs.
The USDA aims to enroll an additional 30 million base acres in these programs.
Payments will start in fall 2026, amid concerns about low prices and rising loan interest.

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Story summary

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act boosts subsidies for farmers, particularly in cotton, rice, and peanuts, with average payments increasing over 200%.
Corn payments rise from $24.97 to $40.47 per acre, while soybeans see a shift towards Price Loss Coverage (PLC) enrollment.
The legislation enhances the Price Loss Coverage (PLC) and Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) programs.
The USDA aims to enroll an additional 30 million base acres in these programs.
Payments will start in fall 2026, amid concerns about low prices and rising loan interest.