The French government has approved a 1.2 billion euro subsidy program to help farmers recover from the severe agricultural crisis caused by the extreme summer heat, drought, and wildfires. Minister of Agriculture Annie Genevard announced the initiative, called "Casi" (short for "heatwave, drought, fire"), on September 4. The plan is intended to provide immediate financial relief to affected farms, ensuring they can continue operations and avoid long-term damage to future harvests. To fund the initiative, the government has redirected resources from other areas of the budget. A decree published on September 11 revealed that 157 million euros were cut from the ecology, development, and sustainable mobility mission. Additionally, 783 million euros in funding have been temporarily put on hold as a precautionary measure. This includes 8.1 million euros from the risk prevention program and 160 million euros from the energy, climate, and post-mines program, according to media outlet Contexte. Deputy Minister for Public Accounts, David Amiel, warned on September 11 that public spending reductions will continue throughout the year. He urged all relevant ministers to continue their efforts in managing the budget while addressing the agricultural crisis. These cuts and reallocations reflect the government’s attempt to balance immediate relief for farmers with broader fiscal responsibilities. Thomas Gibert, a vegetable grower and spokesperson for the Confédération paysanne, criticized the government’s approach, calling it "totally scandalous." He argued that the measures simply apply existing policies without addressing the deeper challenges facing small farms. Gibert expressed concern that many farms may be forced to close due to the financial strain, potentially benefiting larger agribusinesses instead of local producers. His comments highlight the ongoing debate over how best to support France's agricultural sector amid environmental and economic challenges.