USDA Provides Additional Flexibilities to Respond to 2024 Hurricanes

Dan Agri-Business, Economy, Emergency Conservation Program (ECP), Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP), Forestry, Funding, Hurricane, USDA-FSA, USDA-NRCS

Expedites Emergency Conservation and Disaster Recovery Payments for Producers in Nine States Impacted by Hurricanes in 2016 to 2023 (USDA-FSA/WASHINGTON/Dec. 5, 2024) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced it is taking steps to streamline and provide flexibilities for environmental compliance requirements for 2024 hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton allowing the Farm Service Agency (FSA) to expedite approval of payments …

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Urban Agriculture Bridging the Gap Between Cities and Farms

Dan USDA-FSA

Urban agriculture is playing a growing role in connecting city residents with the world of farming, according to Zach Ducheneaux, Administrator of the Farm Service Agency (FSA) at the USDA. In a recent discussion, Ducheneaux highlighted the value of urban agricultural initiatives in fostering understanding and support for agriculture, especially in areas far removed from traditional farms. Programs like the …

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Hurricane Helene Recovery Virtual Information Session is Thursday in Georgia

Dan Agri-Business, Economy, Funding, Georgia, Hurricane, USDA-FSA

The USDA Farm Service Agency in Georgia (FSA-GA) will host a virtual information session for Hurricane Helene Recovery on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00pm Eastern. The FSA-GA staff will discuss programs and resources that can support your farm’s recovery if impacted by Hurricane Helene, including the Emergency Conservation Program and the Emergency Forest Restoration Program.  Those who plan to attend should …

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Ballots Now Accepted in FSA County Committee Elections

Dan Agri-Business, USDA-FSA

The voting process for Farm Service Agency County Committee elections is underway with ballot submitted at local FSA offices or postmarked by December 2nd. Rod Bain has details. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

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Farm Service Agency Stresses Support for Farmers Amid Disasters

Dan Agri-Business, Funding, USDA-FSA

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is working to assist farmers facing natural disasters, particularly in the Southeast and California. In an interview with AgNet Media, Administrator Zach Ducheneaux highlighted the agency’s efforts to provide relief to producers who have suffered devastating losses due to recent hurricanes in the southeast and the extremes of flooding and drought …

Hurricane Helene

USDA to Issue More than $235 Million to Farmers Hit by Natural Disasters, Including Hurricane Milton

Dan Crop Insurance, Economy, Emergency Conservation Program (ECP), Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP), Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) program, Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Hurricane, USDA-FSA

Assistance includes $143 million for crop and forestry losses due to Hurricane Milton, $92 million to offset grazing losses due to drought and wildfire in 2022 (USDA-FSA/WASHINGTON, Oct. 30, 2024) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is issuing payments this week to agricultural producers impacted by natural disasters, including $143 million in crop insurance indemnities for Florida producers impacted by …

Florida FSA Reminder of USDA Hurricane Disaster Programs Available

Dan Agri-Business, Economy, Florida, Hurricane, USDA-FSA

In the aftermath of three hurricanes to affect Florida communities, homes, farms and businesses this year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) continues to deploy staff to assist with response and recovery efforts. USDA has put in place plans and program flexibilities to ensure farmers, and foresters and communities are able to get the support they need. The USDA Farm Service …

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FSA Updates Loan Assistance Tool to Support Lenders

Dan Agri-Business, Economy, Funding, USDA-FSA

The Farm Service Agency (FSA) has updated its Loan Assistance Tool (LAT) to better assist lenders with the loan application process. Originally designed to help farmers and ranchers streamline their loan applications, the LAT now offers new features tailored to meet the needs of lenders, improving access to resources and simplifying loan guarantees. The LAT provides an interactive, step-by-step guide, …

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NCBA Shares Hurricane Helene Disaster Resources

Dan Agri-Business, Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP), Emergency Conservation Program (ECP), Hurricane, Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP), National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), USDA-FSA, USDA-NRCS

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is sharing updated information about disaster relief programs available to cattle producers impacted by hurricanes – and opportunities to support disaster recovery through NCBA state affiliates.  NCBA President Mark Eisele encourages producers to utilize the relief programs available through USDA and contact NCBA if you encounter any challenges or need assistance.  Sign up begins Oct. 15, …