The Trump administration has pledged more than $15 billion in payments and initiatives to U.S. agriculture producers in recent weeks, targeting relief from elevated diesel and fertilizer costs ahead of Tuesday's midterm elections.

The Department of Agriculture outlined the package, which includes an $8 billion one-time payment program for farmers impacted by rising diesel prices. Additional allocations cover $1.8 billion for producers and landowners in conservation programs, $573 million for fertilizer manufacturing projects, and $57 million to expand meat processing capacity. Specialty crop producers will receive $86.6 million in grants for innovative projects.

The USDA also plans $13.8 billion in safety net program payments for eligible producers for the 2025 crop year. These payments aim to offset shortfalls for key commodities including corn, soybeans, wheat, and rice. At least $5 billion in guaranteed loans for ranchers and fishermen were also announced.

Officials said further details on the diesel payments will be released this month, though the timing of distributions remains unclear. The measures come as farmers continue to face input cost pressures tied to global events.

The announcements underscore the administration's focus on bolstering the agricultural sector and rural economies in the lead-up to the elections.