Trump Administration Launches $700 Million Regenerative Pilot Program

The Trump Administration is launching a $700 million Regenerative Pilot Program to help U.S. farmers adopt practices that improve soil health, protect water quality, and boost long-term productivity. The initiative, announced by Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. is part of the Make America Healthy Again strategy and focuses on strengthening the nation’s food and fiber supply. “The Regenerative Pilot Program also puts Farmers First and reduces barriers to entry for conservation programs,” said Rollins. Kennedy added, “If we intend to make America healthy again, we must begin by restoring the health of our soil.” The program will streamline conservation efforts, allowing producers to bundle multiple regenerative practices into a single application. USDA is dedicating $400 million through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program and $300 million through the Conservation Stewardship Program for the first year.