Farmers Get Lifeline Amid Tariff Crisis | Albany News

Albany News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 18, 2026 · 1m

Farmers got a lifeline—thirty million dollars in state funding to combat tariff-driven costs, with up to twenty-five thousand bucks per farm. Two tracks: dairy and broader ag sectors including livestock, specialty crops, and aquaculture. Deadlines pushed back as demand surged; applications accepted until Tuesday night for support ranging from one thousand to twenty-five thousand dollars based on farm type and revenue. This isn’t just aid—it’s a state-backed effort to keep agriculture standing strong amid rising feed, machinery, and input costs. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…