PEORIA ( 25News Now ) - After President Donald Trump unveiled a $12 billion support package for U.S. farmers, those in Central Illinois are reacting to the funding.

Trump announced the $12 billion aid program Monday, funded by this year’s tariff revenues. The package includes up to approximately $12 billion in one-time payments distributed through a new program run by the United States Department of Agriculture to assist American farmers in response to temporary trade market disruptions.

The long-term effects for Illinois farmers remain unclear.

“It’s important that we look at the big picture and our thinking about ways to address long-term situations,” said Charlie Hensley, Manager of the Peoria County Farm Bureau.

Rob Asbell, a farmer from Brimfield, said government programs have

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