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President Donald Trump announced an $8 billion support program for U.S. farmers aimed at helping offset fuel costs during the harvest season.

The program is focused on diesel or other fuel costs faced by farmers during harvest, according to the supplied reports.

The Hindu reported that payments would be administered by the Farm Service Agency. The report did not identify the department referenced in connection with the agency.

The Hill reported that Trump made the announcement on a Monday during a rally in Kansas while campaigning for Republican Senator Roger Marshall. The Hill described the measure as temporary relief.

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  1. The HillTrump announces $8B relief program for farmers
  2. The HinduU.S. to launch $8 billion support program for farmers to offset diesel costs, Trump says
  3. ANSATrump annuncia 8 miliardi di dollari per gli agricoltori contro il caro gasolio