FSA Offers Disaster Assistance to Nebraska Producers Impacted by Recent Winter Storms
February 2, 2024
Nebraska farmers and ranchers are encouraged to contact FSA to learn about assistance programs for severe winter weather losses and how to apply.
Dealing with Stress from Winter Weather Woes
January 29, 2024
From subzero temperatures and blizzards to potential flooding in the coming weeks, the Midwest has had a tumultuous 2024 so far. This article provides positive relief strategies to help Nebraskans cope with stress and frustrations from these challenges.
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USDA November 2023 Lending Rates for Agricultural Producers
November 17, 2023
USDA FSA's website features the Loan Assistance Tool, an interactive online, step-by-step guide that assists producers through the farm loan process.
Geospatial Technology Can Help Corn Producers Assess Potential Wind Damage in Fields
October 27, 2023
In a 2023 study, USDA ARS researchers used a GPS-mounted yield monitoring system to assess green snap in corn fields and more accurately estimate yield loss.
The Soil Health Exchange: Are Soil Health Factors Impacting Yield Following Wildfire?
October 17, 2023
UNL experts weigh in on soil health factors that may be contributing to lower yields in irrigated corn this year, after wildfires scorched southeast Nebraska fields during the fall of 2022.
Farm Rescue: Helping Farm and Ranch Families in Crisis
October 3, 2023
For farmers and ranchers who have experienced a major illness, injury or natural disaster, Farm Rescue volunteers are available to help during this harvest season.
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 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.