The “One Big Beautiful Bill”—the legislative package bridging the gap to the next Farm Bill could reshape producers’ safety nets and risk management tools for the upcoming year. From higher reference prices for the Price Loss Coverage (PLC) program to adding crop base acres to updates of livestock disaster assistance, the changes offer a mix of immediate relief and long-term structural shifts.

With the volume of changes and the rapid emergence of new federal farm programs, producers are urged not to navigate the bureaucracy alone. Have questions? Add a local ProAg agent to your trust network to help you navigate these rapid changes.

Listen to the full interview with Oklahoma State University Specialist Dr. Amy Hagerman as she details the major farm bill changes for 2026.