1. United States
2. Ohio
3. Letter

The dismantling of USAID raises significant concerns about the potential negative impact on American farmers who rely on the agency's annual purchases of around $2 billion worth of crops like rice, wheat, lentils, and peas. This agricultural trade provides a crucial market for farmers across rural America. Shuttering USAID without a plan to maintain these purchases could deal a major blow to the livelihoods of many in the farming community. It is imperative to consider the ripple effects on the domestic agricultural sector before taking actions that could severely undermine a key revenue stream for American farmers. Continuing USAID's crop procurement is necessary to prevent harmful economic consequences for rural economies heavily dependent on this funding.