Florida Agriculture Hoping for Federal Disaster Relief

In light of what Hurricane Irma stirred up, now is a good time to review how well you cover your assets.

With billions of dollars lost to Irma, financial assistance will be crucial for many.

Striking images from the field reveal not only the storm’s destructive nature, but also paths to recovery and reconstruction.

Preliminary damage estimates confirm storm’s ferocity.

USDA chief grants extra time and special procedures to document and file claims.

The devastating human toll from Hurricane/Tropical Storm Harvey has rightly dominated news coverage. Growers and those who work with them, however, should also think about how this historic storm will also affect them. 

State of emergency declared for fast-forming tropical system.

U.S. Apple Association working with AgriLogic Consulting, LLC and USDA Risk Management Agency to offer new risk management option which takes into effect weather damage and fire blight loses.

Water Shortage Warning Order expanded to all counties within St. Johns River Water Management District.

USDA designates four counties as primary natural disaster areas; loans offered to those eligible.

Growers are hoping for federal assistance as cleanup from the storm continues.

Between drought in the Northeast, forest fires in the West, and Hurricane Matthew in the Southeast, many growers and marketers are trying to figure out what their next steps should be.

Even though the major storm didn’t make landfall in the Sunshine State, Mother Nature made sure to leave her mark.

Early estimates on property losses surge into the billions. FEMA assistance now available.

Learn the steps to protect your farm against major losses.

Whole Farm Revenue Protection offers coverage for diversified specialty crop growers.

The funds are for programs to help underserved growers and ranchers to learn how to manage long-term risks and challenges.

New coerage lowers risk for producers and strengthens farm safety net.

U.S. Apple Association, United Fresh Produce Association, Western Growers Association, National Peach Council, National Potato Council, and California […]