Application Cutoff for Natural Resource Conservation Funds Approaching
October 6, 2023
Farmers and ranchers interested in preventing erosion, improving soil health, conserving water and wildlife, or making other natural resource conservation improvements to their property are encouraged to apply.
USDA Extends Application Deadline for Discrimination Financial Assistance Program to Jan. 13
October 6, 2023
The deadline extension is intended to allow more time for farmers currently in harvest season to get assistance and training, and apply for the program.
USDA to Begin Issuing $1.75 Billion to Ag Producers Through Critical Emergency Relief Programs
September 28, 2023
This week, FSA will issue more than $581 million in 2021 and 2022 drought and wildfire emergency relief to eligible ranchers, and $1.17 billion in crop disaster assistance.

USDA Launches Program to Address Workforce Challenges for Farmers, Ranchers
September 22, 2023
Ag employers can begin applying for a new pilot program that aims to help address workforce needs, promote a safe work environment, and support expansion of lawful migration pathways for workers.
USDA Announces Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Funding Awarded to Nebraska
September 1, 2023
Some of the projects to be funded by the grant feature research on mitigating adverse effects of diseases in dry beans, evaluating the effectiveness of tomato varieties, and the development of new irrigation technology.
USDA to Provide Additional Financial Assistance to Farm Loan Borrowers Facing Risk
August 24, 2023
The additional funds are expected to aid another 3,500 eligible Farm Loan Program borrowers through the Inflation Reduction Act.
USDA Extends Application Deadline for Revenue Loss Programs to July 14
June 21, 2023
FSA has partnered with nine organizations to provide educational and technical assistance to agricultural producers and provide assistance in completing an ERP Phase Two application by the new deadline.
Workshops to Cover Managing Forage and Cattle Price Risk with USDA Programs
June 8, 2023
Specific insurance programs that will be covered during the workshops are Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage (PRF), Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) and Annual Forage insurance (AF).