Farmers in two south Louisiana parishes who lost property during extreme weather in April through June may be eligible for federal aid, Louisiana Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain said Tuesday.
Physical-loss loans are available for farmers in St. Tammany and Washington parishes who lost property caused by straight-line wind, flooding and a tropical storm that occurred April 9 through June 25, Strain said in a news release.
Physical-loss loans can help producers repair or replace property essential to the success of the agricultural operation, he said. Examples of property commonly affected include essential farm buildings, fixtures to real estate, equipment, livestock, perennial crops, fruit and nut bearing trees and harvested or stored crops and hay.
“In Louisiana, weather is always challenging for agricultural producers and this year is no different,” Strain said. “Disaster assistance is essential to help producers recover and remain in business.”
The deadline to apply is March 16, 2022.
Strain said producers may contact their local Farm Service Agency office for further information.
Topics Catastrophe Natural Disasters Louisiana Windstorm Numbers
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