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flag U.S. farmers face growing climate threats as proposed budget cuts endanger USDA Climate Hubs vital for resilience.

flag Farmers across the U.S., including Iowa’s Jessica Krupicka, are facing worsening climate impacts like heavier rains, hotter summers, and erratic weather that threaten crops and livelihoods. flag The USDA’s 11 regional Climate Hubs, established in 2014 to provide science-based adaptation support, are now at risk of elimination due to proposed 2026 budget cuts exceeding $145 million. flag While nearly 80% of Iowa farmers acknowledge climate change, the potential loss of the hubs could hinder critical efforts to build resilience in agriculture, forestry, and rural communities.

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