Summary
The government shutdown is affecting farmers in the United States by stopping the flow of information and funding from the Department of Agriculture. This includes delaying financial aid that farmers were counting on to help them through tough economic times.
Key Facts
- The U.S. government is currently experiencing a shutdown.
- The shutdown is affecting the Department of Agriculture.
- Farmers are not receiving information and funding due to the shutdown.
- A planned bailout for farmers is on hold because of the shutdown.
- The agriculture sector is already in a deep recession, adding to the challenges farmers face.