Cuts to the federal government by the Trump administration led to significant staffing reductions at the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Nearly a quarter of the service's staff nationwide was lost in 2025. Many of those who left were experts who provided assistance to farmers with conservation efforts, specifically soil and water conservation.

These experts played a crucial role in supporting farmers. Their departure has left a gap in the help available to farmers. The loss of these local experts has impacted the ability of farmers to receive guidance on conservation.

Further information on the impact of these staffing cuts is available from the source.