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USDA Milk Loss Program Assistance Due Date Moved to Oct. 30
California Ag Today
The due date for USDA’S Milk Loss Program (MLP) is this coming Monday, October 30th. The USDA extended the application deadline from October 16th, allowing more time for eligible dairy farmers to apply for much-needed, weather-related disaster recovery assistance.
Supporting Agriculture in Idalia’s Wake
Southeast Regional Ag News
With damage from Hurricane Idalia being assessed, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is doing what it can to assist.
Farm Bill Extension and Plant-based Meats Slowed
The Agribusiness Update
House Ag Chair GT Thompson says, "We're probably going to need an extension," referring to the 2023 Farm Bill, and U.S. consumers remain interested in plant-based meat alternatives, but higher prices have slowed purchases.
Florida Congressman Challenges USDA on Performance
Southeast Regional Ag News
At a recent budget hearing, Florida Congressman Scott Franklin pushed Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack on USDA service, saying it’s not what it should be post-pandemic.
The KISS Method of Farm Loans
Southeast Regional Ag News
A new, simplified direct loan application is now available for all producers seeking a direct farm loan from the Farm Service Agency.
Consider Conservation Programs for Extra Income Potential
Line on Agriculture
USDA Farm Service Agency Administrator, Zach Ducheneaux was interviewed by Line on Agriculture Host, Lorrie Boyer at the 2023 Commodity Classic in Orlando, Florida.
Conservation Priorities in the Next Farm Bill
Line on Agriculture
National Association of Conservation Districts Director of Government Affairs, Chris Young
FSA Emergency Relief Program Phase 1 Deadline Approaching… Phase 2 Coming Soon
California Ag Today
Phase one of the Emergency Relief Program is about to wrap up and has a deadline rapidly approaching. Zach Ducheneaux, Farm Service Agency Administrator, talks about the final part of ERP Phase One.
PLC, ARC, or STAX?
Southeast Regional Ag News
In 2023, FSA program decisions may not be as easy for cotton producers as they were in 2022.
FSA Emergency Relief Program Phase 1 Deadline Approaching… Phase 2 Coming Soon
California Ag Today
Phase one of the Emergency Relief Program is about to wrap up and has a deadline rapidly approaching. Zach Ducheneaux, Farm Service Agency Administrator, talks about the final part of ERP Phase One.
Time to Streamline the FSA Loan Process?
Southeast Regional Ag News
Slowing things down right at the get-go is the loan application. The initial paperwork is 29-pages at the short end according the USDA FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux.
FSA Emergency Relief Program Phase 1 Deadline Approaching… Phase 2 Coming Soon
California Ag Today
Phase one of the Emergency Relief Program is about to wrap up and has a deadline rapidly approaching. Zach Ducheneaux, Farm Service Agency Administrator, talks about the final part of ERP Phase One.
FSA Emergency Relief Program Phase 1 Deadline Approaching… Phase 2 Coming Soon
California Ag Today
Phase one of the Emergency Relief Program is about to wrap up and has a deadline rapidly approaching. Zach Ducheneaux, Farm Service Agency Administrator, talks about the final part of ERP Phase One.
Colorado River Waters in California and Online Grocery Sales Improve
The Agribusiness Update
California water agencies offer to take less Colorado River waters, and online grocery sales improve in third-quarter.
Net Cash Farm Income Higher and FSA Equity Investigation
The Agribusiness Update
USDA forecasts net cash farm income to increase 8.7% over last year, and USDA's Farm Service Agency investigation over equity concerns.
Georgia Disaster Designations and Next Gen Fuels Act
The Agribusiness Update
USDA designates 10 Georgia counties for disaster eligibility for emergency loans, and legislation called the Next Generation Fuels Act introduced in both the House and Senate.
Strawberry Genes Fight Deadly Disease and Next Gen Fuels Act
The Agribusiness Update
UC Davis researchers find a gene in strawberries that may ward off deadly Fusarium wilt, and legislation introduced called the Next Generation Fuels Act in both House and Senate.
House Ag Committee Looks to Ensure Viability of Young Farmers
Southeast Regional Ag News
More than half of American farmers will reach retirement age in the next 10 years.
NCBA Focuses on Risk Management in Farm Bill
Southeast Regional Ag News
The current Farm Bill expires on September 30, 2023.
FSA Vacancies
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse addresses staffing shortages at the USDA's FSA offices around the country.