The Trump administration has officially canceled the $3 billion Partnership for Climate-Smart Commodities, a landmark initiative launched under President Biden to promote sustainable farming practices across the U.S. The program funded 135 projects aimed at improving soil health, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and enhancing carbon sequestration in agriculture. Its beneficiaries included major environmental groups and farm cooperatives working to implement regenerative practices nationwide.

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the decision was made after a review found that a significant portion of the funding was going toward administrative and organizational costs rather than directly benefiting farmers. The USDA has outlined new conditions for future applications—requiring at least 65% of funds to go directly to producers, and demanding proof of payments issued by the end of 2024. While some projects may reapply under these rules, many have been left in limbo.

This move is part of a broader rollback of climate-focused policies initiated during the Biden era. The Trump administration has also targeted other environmental programs, including a $20 billion agricultural emission reduction initiative. Critics argue that these cuts will stall progress toward climate resilience in the farming sector, while supporters claim the funds were being misused and lacked measurable impact.

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Trump administration cancels $3 billion climate-friendly farming program