As American farmers contend with collapsing commodity prices, rising input costs, and uncertain federal support, U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-Ark.) is calling on Congress and the White House to take urgent action. The chairman of the Senate Agriculture Committee is leading efforts to secure new rounds of economic aid for the farming sector, which is facing projected losses of $1.4 billion in Arkansas alone this season.

"It really is a crisis," Boozman told reporters. "The bottom line is our farmers are in a position where putting a crop in costs more than they'll ever make from it-and some can't even find a market."

The senator emphasized that the problem is nationwide, not just regional. "It's not just in the South or Midwest-it's everywhere," he said. "Agriculture is not about Democrats and Republicans. It's about survival."

Farmers are being squeezed from all sides: low commodity prices, skyrocketing fertilizer and fuel costs, shrinking export markets, and delays in Farm Bill provisions have left many operations in financial peril.

Boozman said he is working with colleagues and the White House to build bipartisan momentum for a relief package. Last year, Congress approved $31 billion in combined economic and disaster relief for agriculture. This year, the scope and timing remain uncertain.

"As far as I'm concerned, everything's on the table. We need to move in the next few months," Boozman stated. "Right now, we're building momentum. I've met with members, I'm meeting with the White House tomorrow. We need to reassure lenders that help is coming."

While the recent "One Big Beautiful Bill" offers long-term benefits, Boozman admits those funds won't be available until late next year, leaving farmers exposed in the short term.

"We need something now to get them through."

Beyond agriculture, Boozman also commented on the recent assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, condemning the violence and calling for a return to civil discourse.

"You can disagree without being disagreeable," said Boozman, recalling lessons from his Air Force veteran father. "We have to get back to empathy. This level of hostility is unacceptable on any side."

As the Senate reconvenes, Boozman's push for farm aid will test whether Washington can respond swiftly to rural America's growing distress-or whether help will come too late.