University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources

July 28, 2006

Farm Mediation Clinics set for August

The farm mediation program sponsored by the Nebraska Department of Agriculture conducts farm mediation clinics at locations throughout Nebraska. The clinics in August are:

Alliance — Thursday, Aug. 3
North Platte — Thursday, Aug. 10
Lexington — Thursday, Aug. 17
Norfolk — Thursday, Aug. 17
Beatrice — Thursday, Aug. 24
Ainsworth — Tuesday, Aug. 29
Norfolk — Wednesday, Aug. 30
The clinics offer individual and confidential information and education on farm finances; the laws, regulations and policies governing Farm Services Agency (FSA); debt restructuring and other legal options; and how the mediation program can help work with lenders to find an agreeable and workable solution. The Farm Hotline (1-800-464-0258) must be contacted to make an appointment and to learn the clinic location in the town where individuals wish to make an appointment.

The contact for the Farm Mediation program at the Nebraska Department of Agriculture is Marian Beethe (402-471-6890) or marianjb@agr.state.ne.us

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