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flag A government shutdown disrupts U.S. farm support, delaying payments and worsening financial stress for farmers.

flag American farmers, already struggling with low crop prices, trade tensions, and extreme weather, face added stress due to the government shutdown, which disrupted critical federal services including crop insurance, agricultural subsidies, and USDA support. flag Delays in payments and reduced access to agency staff have increased uncertainty, particularly during a key time for farm operations. flag Fourth-generation farmer Joe Maxwell said the shutdown worsened financial strain and hindered planning, raising concerns about long-term impacts on rural communities and food production.

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