RISK MANAGEMENT ...
NEW TOOLS ...
USDA adds new resources to Farmers.gov
Site has updated tools and information to help agricultural producers
WILDFIRE ...
Complex of fires now largest in Calif. history
There are four other extremely large fires consuming large swaths of the state as well
FUNDING ...
Loans available to support disaster losses
Low-interest loans available for NYS ag producers impacted by natural disasters
WILDFIRE RELIEF ...
OFRF donates $50,000 for wildfire relief
Funds will be distributed by Okla. Cattlemen’s Foundation through an application process
ROAD TO RECOVERY ...
Putting victims first in wildfire legislation
Jim Wood joins legislative Wildfire Preparedness and Response Conference Committee
NATURAL DISASTER ...
Crucial support for nonprofits, recovery groups
FEMA’s voluntary agency liaisons coordinate comprehensive emergency management effort
NATURAL DISASTER ...
Sen. Cruz briefed on progress in S. Texas' recovery
Holds roundtable discussions with local officials on continuing support for recovery
INTERNATIONAL ISSUES ...
Fruit farmer raises funds for Japanese flood victims
Lin Ting-tsai donated his weekend sales of dragon fruits to support Japanese farmers
DISASTER ...