"You can't afford it. Bottom line, there's nothing to discuss. You can't afford it without the subsidies," Davis said.

The expiration of federal health care subsidies is set to significantly increase health insurance premiums for U.S. farmers, making coverage unaffordable for many. The challenging economic conditions, including tariffs, inflation, and rising input costs, have already battered farmers' bottom lines. Without major intervention from Washington, many farmers will have to choose between being uninsured or leaving farm work for a job that offers health insurance. The financial and health risks associated with farming, including higher rates of injury, medical debt, and mental health issues, underscore the importance of affordable health care for this workforce.