Agrosts warn that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz could pose a serious threat to food security for the current growing season due to weather challenges and geopolitical uncertainties. The farmers detailed their hardships in a March 19 letter to the president, including a January winter storm, inflation concerns, trade uncertainties, and declining crop prices. They called for additional resources to ensure a strong, reliable and affordable domestic food supply for communities across the country. Potential support includes Farmer Bridge Assistance Program payments, support for specialty crop growers, and tax incentives. The Democratic National Committee argues that President Donald Trump has abandoned America's farmers, focusing instead on foreign interests and tax cuts for billionaires.