The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that the general signup period for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) has been extended. The CRP general signup has previously been scheduled …
FSA Helped Farmers and Ranchers Address 2020 Challenges
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) helped producers address a variety of 2020 challenges. The unprecedented pandemic created turmoil throughout the entire food supply chain. COVID-19 challenges …
Less Than 10 Days Left to Apply for Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2
There are less than 10 days left to apply for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 (CFAP 2). The program provides direct relief to producers who continue to encounter challenges …
New Farmers.gov Feature Allows Entities to Conduct Online Business with USDA
DAVIS, Calif., September 21, 2020 – An update to farmers.gov now provides access to farmers and ranchers who are members of an entity, as well as individuals and entities with …
Working Together: Walnut Growers Added to CFAP Direct Payments
Federal aid for producers impacted by COVID-19 will now include the California walnut industry. USDA announced additional commodities that qualify for direct grower payments through the Farm Service Agency (FSA), …
USDA Offers Extensions and Deferrals Due to Coronavirus Hardships
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is offering assistance to the industry for those experiencing coronavirus hardships. USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) is authorizing extended deadlines for payments. The Farm …
Working Together: MFP Change May Mean More Operations are Eligible
A slight change to the calculation of income to receive Market Facilitation Program payments from impacts of the trade wars over the last two years could mean more money for growers. Assistant …
FSA Offices Reopen for Three Days While Government Shutdown Continues
Farm Service Agency (FSA) county offices have been closed for the duration of the government shutdown, however, FSA offices will be reopening for a brief period after a recent announcement …
Farm Service Agency County Committee Nomination Period Begins June 15
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced today that the nomination period for local Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committees begins on Wednesday, June 15, 2017. “County committees allow farmers and …
Farm Service Agency Cooperative Agreements
Expands Education for Minority, Women, New, Military Veteran and Urban Producers The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced cooperative agreements with 46 partners to educate producers, including those who have …
Cost Share Opportunities for Organic Producers/Handlers
Organic Producers and Handlers May Apply for Certification Cost Share Reimbursements; Expanded Eligibility for Transition and State Certification Cost The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that starting March 20, …
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