The Rice Production Program (RPP), a $250 million assistance initiative for rice farmers who endured low prices and high costs during the 2022 crop year, is reminding farmers that the application deadline is July 10, 2023. Administered by the USDA Farm Service Agency, the program includes an initial payment of 1-cent per pound and, if funds remain, a second payment of an equal amount. Farmers must submit additional forms and may apply for a higher payment limitation of $250,000. Pre-filled application forms have been mailed to eligible farmers, and those who have not received them can apply in person at their local FSA office.