FARGO, N.D, May 26, 2020 – Agricultural producers can now apply for USDA’s Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), which provides direct payments to offset impacts from the coronavirus pandemic. The application and a payment calculator are now available online, and USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) staff members are available via phone, fax and online tools to help producers complete applications. The agency set up a call center in order to simplify how they serve new customers across the nation.
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Non-Specialty Crops and the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program
Are you a non-specialty crop producer whose operation has been directly impacted by the coronavirus pandemic? The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program provides direct relief to producers who faced price declines and additional marketing costs due to COVID-19.
Murphy’s Law 2020 #6 -Natural Resources Interim – Posting
All Interim committees for our North Dakota Legislature have gone to meetings via phone, internet, etc. Not many have convened...
ASA’s Recent “Issue Update” Brings Soy Producers New COVID-19 Information, Updates and Resources
ASA provided a few new COVID-19-related updates and resources on Monday, May 11. ASA along with other leading commodity and agricultural organizations, signed onto the following letters:
Emotional Health Resources for Farm and Ranch Stress
During Mental Health Month in May, the American Soybean Association (ASA) launched a proactive communications campaign to combat #FarmStress and offer #SoyHelp. Below are North Dakota specific resources along with ASA resources as well:
#SoyHelp Offered to Overcome Farm Stress
The American Soybean Association (ASA) COVID-19 Task Force conducted a survey in April regarding the effects of COVID-19 on soy growers, their operations, employees and families. Stress reported by the 86 farmer respondents from across the soy-producing states was high. ASA, state soybean affiliates and the United Soybean Board (USB) want to help.
Application available for economic injury disaster loans and grants
Applications for the Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and EIDL Advance programs are now available for agricultural...
No-cost counseling services available to farm, ranch families
When the stresses of agriculture seem too great, farmers don’t have to go it alone. Caring and confidential counseling sessions...
House Passes $484 Billion C-19 Relief Package
Yesterday evening, the House passed the latest $484 billion C-19 relief package aimed at small businesses and hospitals. The fourth coronavirus relief bill so far, it had overwhelming bipartisan support, passing through the House with 388-5 approval.
Guidance for AG-Related Businesses to Ensure Continuation of the Food Supply Chain
Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring has issued guidance for ag-related businesses to ensure continuation of the food supply chain, while maintaining a healthy workforce.
https://www.nd.gov/ndda/news/guidance-offered-ag-related-businesses