Farm Aid Disaster Resource Tracker


1	National, Regional State?	Organization	Name of Resource	Notes

2	National	Farm Aid, Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA, Farmer Legal Action Group	Navigating Disaster Assistance for Farmers	Critical steps to follow following a disaster and overview of USDA disaster programs
3	National	Farm Aid	Farm Aid Disaster Assistance for Farmers
4	National	Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA	Disaster Preparedness
5	National	Iowa State University, Multi State Partners hip for Security in Agriculture	All Hazards: Drought	These resources will help you prepare for and protect your family, farm, livestock and crops during drought situations.
6	National	Weathering the Storm:	A Guide to Preparing for Disaster and Finding Disaster Assistance for your Farm or Ranch
7	National	Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA	Disaster Recovery Resources for Farmers
8	National	Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA	Farmer Crisis Hotline	Toll-free at 866.586.6746. The hotline is open Monday-Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST. Hotline staff and farmer advocate available
9	National	Farm Aid	Farmer Hotline	Toll free at 1-800-FARM-AID (1-800-327-6243). Farmer Services staff answer the hotline Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST.
10	National	Farm AId	Farm Aid Resource Guide for Farm Crisis Support
11	National	National National Drought Mitigation Center, University of Nevada	Drought Monitor Map
12	National	Farmers Legal Action Group	Guides to Disaster Assistance	Detailed overviews of USDA disaster assistance programs. Use search function to find programs. Archives on the right of site.
13	National	Extension Disaster Education Network	Drought	Drought resource collection, types of drought, drought measurement, impacts, additional national resources
14	National	Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center (UMASH)	Drought Toolkit	A number of resources that may help “weather” this uncommon dry time in agriculture. It is important to check in with yourself and your family for signs and symptoms of stress and fatigue.
15	National	Texas A&M AgriLife extension	Always Drought Ready	Ranchers need to be flexible enough to coordinate and move when range signals are given; that’s working with nature and embracing a commitment to stewardship at the highest level. Maximizing every drop of average rainfall each year requires attention to every detail. Recognize the situation, know the rangeland and know the soils.
16	National	University of California Agricultural and Natural Resources	Drought Decision Support Tool for Ranchers	This decision support tool helps ranchers align their proactive and reactive drought strategies. The tool also includes a forage planning calendar and economic analysis spreadsheets for comparing the costs of drought strategies.
17	National	ATTRA	Grazing Management Strategies for Drought Podcast, episode 220	NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Tracy Mumma and Regenerative Livestock Specialist Justin Morris discuss how important it is to adapt livestock grazing strategies to drought conditions. Learn to develop a drought plan, re-evaluate stocking rates, and invest in the future of your forage.
18	National	Internet Hay Exchange	National Hay Exchange	State by state hay exchange, hay wanted directory, hay calculator
19	National	Western Extension Committee	Negotiation in Agriculture	Drought can necessitate re-negotiating agreements and contracts. These guides can help to prepare.
20	National	Farm Progress	Exercise caution when storing drought-affected grain	Preservation and optimization of grain stored on the farm, especially drought-affected grain, can greatly affect the dollars paid at the elevator this coming winter or spring.
21	National	South Dakota State University Extension	Forage Inventory and Demand Calculator	Excel-based calculator that compares the quantity (tons) of forage available and the quantity of forage needed to meet feed requirements on a livestock operation.
22	National	Colorado State University Extension	Alternative Feeds for Cattle During Drought	Alternative feed considerations, stretching the hay pile, planning for forage seasons
23	National	University of Nebraska Center for Advanced Land Management Information Technologies (CALMIT)	CALMIT RESEARCH Drought	Satellite based drought and hydrology monitoring explained and demostrated
24	National	Department of Agriculture Economics, Oklahoma State University	Rural Tax Education: Weather-Related Sales of Livestock	article describing the tax treatment and options related to selling livestock due to weather events such as drought
25	National	Beef Cattle Research Council	Feed Testing & Analysis for Beef Cattle	Feed testing rationale, Sample collection, testing types, interpretation
26	National	Beef Cattle Research Council	Test Stock Water and Reduce Worry	Stock water testing, tips and resources
27	National	Beef Cattle Research Council	Experiencing Drought Stress? Ask An Expert	Webinar addressing cattle health, alternative feeds and water safety
28	National	Ogallala Water Coordinated Agriculture Project	"Topics"	Resource guides for irrigation, soil health, drought management, cover crops, and management for forage, range and livestock
29	National	National Young Farmers Coalition	How Young Farmers and Ranchers Are Essential to Tackling Water Scarcity in the Arid West	Publication summarizes a survey conducted among beginning farmers in western states, conservation tools, barriers to resolution, and recommendations.
30	National	NOAA	National Integrated Drought Information System	Historic data, research, updates nationally and by state
31	National	University of Nebraska	National Drought Mitigation Center	The Drought Center helps people, organizations and institutions build resilience to drought through monitoring and planning, and we are the academic partner and web host of the U.S. Drought Monitor.
32	National	NOAA	National Integrated Drought Information System	Overview of drought impacts on agriculture, crop and livestock data, key issues, early warning systems
33	National	USDA and NDSU	Webinar on drought resources
34	National	USDA NRCS	Drought Calculator	To help ranchers and other rangeland managers assess the impacts of drought on forage production, enabling them to make better informed decisions as to alternative drought strategies
35	National	USDA	Drought Designated Counties	Updated monthly
36	National	USDA	Disaster Assistance Discovery Tool	A step by step process to determine which disaster assistance program producers qualify for
37	National	USDA	Disaster Resource Center	Provides information on how to prepare, recover and build long-term resilience during disasters and emergencies.
38	National	USDA	USDA Disaster Fact Sheet	Disaster Program by disaster category
39	National	USDA	Non-Insured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP)	Payments for producers of non-insurable crops of food, fiber, and animal forage. Not for livestock. Including native grass for grazing. Insurable crops vary by county.
40	National	USDA	Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP)	Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) – Payments to farmers of qualifying livestock (owners or contract growers) for losses to grazed lands or crops specifically for animal feed. Meant to offset additional feed costs.
41	National	USDA	Tree Assistance Program (TAP)	Payments to tree growers (orchard and nursery)
42	National	USDA	Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP)	Financial assistance for farmers of livestock, honeybees and farm-raised fish lost due to drought. Must report losses within 30 days of loss (15 days for honeybees). Higher payments for socially disadvantaged, limited resource, beginning, or veteran farmers. Covers cost of transportation of water for farms that normally don’t transport water during drought.
43	National	USDA	Emergency Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) Haying and Grazing	Allows increased haying and grazing on CRP land without loss of CRP payment.
44	National	USDA	Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP)	Cost sharing program to help restore forests
45	National	USDA	Emergency Loan Program	Emergency loans for farmers in a county (and also contiguous counties) declared a disaster. At least 30% of crop loss is required to qualify.
46	National	USDA	Emergency Conservation Program (ECP)	Cost-share program to enable farmers to rehabilitate farmland or install water-conserving irrigation systems
47	National	USDA	Emergency Haying and Grazing on CPR Land	Emergency haying and grazing of CRP acres may be authorized to provide relief to livestock producers in areas affected by a severe drought or similar natural disaster. Authorized by county based on severity of drought.
48	National	USDA	Making Your Land More Resilient to Drought- article	Multimedia
49	Arizona	Arizona state government	Drought Resources and Assistance	National, SW regional and Arizona state resource list
50	Arizona	Arizona Department of Water Resources	Conservation-Agriculture	Water-efficiency information and assistance for Arizona farmers and ranchers.
51	Arizona	Arizona Department of Water Resources	Agriculture Program	Overview of Certificate of Irrigation Grandfathered Rights (IGFR), agricultural conservation programs, and irrigation districts
52	California	California Department of Food and Agriculture	California Drought Assistance	Organizations, tools and articles
53	California	CAFF	CAFF's Water Program: Centering Small Farms and Equity in Groundwater	CAFF aims to uplift the voices of and offer direct support to small-scale, limited-resource, women-owned, beginning, and underserved farmers. CAFF is sharing this work with the UC ANR Small Farms Network. Functions:Educating farmers on what the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act is, how it may impact their wells and groundwater access, and what changes may be coming to their region Facilitating meetings between local Groundwater Sustainability Agencies and farmers Supporting the development of legal resources for small and underserved farmers at UC Davis Law School, particularly for groundwater adjudication cases Connecting underserved farmers with Dudek’s technical engineering resources for groundwater level monitoring, analysis of well interference, and more
54	California	CAFF	California Ag Water Stewardship Initiative	List of agencies in CA that offer technical support for farmers facing drought.
55	California	USDA	California Climate Hub	California specific resources related to monitoring and preparing for temperature change
56	California	Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA)	Member directory	Listing of CA irrigation districts, water agencies, city water offices to contact for assistance
57	California	University of California, Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources	California Institute for Water	Online information for farmers about farming during drought. Includes tip sheets, seminars, and a list of drought experts working (some directly with farmers) across California
58	California	University of California, Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources	Foothill Farming: Drought Planning	Links to assistance programs, crop and livestock resources, local drought information
59	California	Community Alliance of Family Farmers	CAFF Family Farmer Emergency Fund	Applies to farm losses from wildfires including loss of property, equipment, crops, livestock, sales, etc. Funds are made available curtsey of the American Red Cross and some restrictions apply. Openning June 15, 2022, Deadline August 15, 2022
60	California	State Water Resources Control Board	Agriculture	Overview of the Irrigated Lands Regulatory Program, databases and tools
61	Colorado	Connecticut Department of Agriculture	Agricultural Drought and Climate Resilience Office (ADCRO)	Drought and climate change present serious threats to Colorado’s agricultural production and rural economies. However, farm and ranch management also provide a key to both mitigate climate impacts and create a more resilient Colorado. CDA’s Agricultural Drought and Climate Resilience Office (ADCRO) drives policy and supports programming that strengthens Colorado’s producers’ ability to mitigate and respond to drought and a changing climate.
62	Colorado	Rocky Mountain Farmers Union	Same	RMFU worked with 13 CO farmers to create drought plans, and have been hosting workshops for other CO farmers. If you hear from any CO farmers you can send them to Rocky Mountain Farmers Union, specifically Harrison Topp harrison.topp@rmfu.org
63	Colorado	Colorado State University Extention	Colorado Drought Advisors	Drought Advisors is a network of professionals committed to improving access to technical resources for drought preparation and response among Colorado producers.
64	Colorado	Colorado State University Extention	Drought-Agriculture	CSU Extension Fact/tip sheets, other resources
65	Colorado	Colorado State University Extention	Irrigation Scheduling	The purpose of irrigation scheduling is to determine the exact amount of water to apply to the field and the exact timing for application. The amount of water applied is determined by using a criterion to determine irrigation need and a strategy to prescribe how much water to apply in any situation.
66	Colorado	Colorado Department of Agriculture	Agricultural Drought and Climate Resilience Office	Working closely with farmers, ranchers, commodity groups, state and local agencies, and the US Dept of Agriculture, ADCRO provides voluntary technical assistance, non-regulatory programs, and incentives to producers to increase their ability to anticipate, prepare for, mitigate, adapt to, and respond to hazardous events and trends related to drought or the climate.
67	Colorado	Colorado Hay Directory	Colorado Hay Directory
68	Connecticut	Connecticut Department of Agriculture	Farmland Restoration, Climate Resiliency &	2024 was the pilot year for the program. Grant provides matching funds to Connecticut farmers, nonprofits and municipalities to support investments that increase the long term climate resiliency of farming operations and decrease farm vulnerability to extreme weather events.
69	Hawaii	Hawaii state government	Preparedness Grant (RRP)	USDA disaster program highlights
70	Idaho	Idaho Department of Agriculture	Rangeland Drought	Description of newly formed Idaho State Drought Task Group, cover crop exchange candidates for USDA relief program, additional drough management resources
71	Idaho	University of Idaho Range Extension	UI Extension Drought Resources	Irrigation, various crop, livestock drought related management, other drought links
72	Iowa	Iowa State University Extension	Disaster Relief/Drought	Behavioral health resources, drought updates, crops, livestock resources
73	Iowa	Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center (UMASH)	Upper Midwest Drought Kit	Multiple resources for farmers in the Upper Midwest, including resources for Social Wellbeing
74	Kansas	Kansas Natural Resources Conservation Services	Kansas Drought Information	Drought planning considerations, planning for rangeland, other drought resources, updated news
75	Kansas	Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition	Drought Information	Current conditions, assistance and information
76	Kansas	Kansas State University Extension	Beef Tips	Ranch management and drought monitoring
77	Kansas	Kansas State University Extension	Mobile Irrigation Lab	This web site provides information on the activities of the Mobile Irrigation Lab and to provide free software and media downloads, technical bulletins and links to other useful resources to assist in irrigation management and cropping system strategies.
78	Maine
79	Minnesota	Minnesota Department of Agriculture	Drought Resources	Minnesota DNR, USDA programs, University of Minnesota Extension, grazing, hay sales
80	Minnesota	2021 Drought Relief Funds	Minnesota Department of Agriculture	Eligible farmers and producers may receive up to $7,500 for actual expenses incurred after June 1, 2021, and before May 23, 2022. All counties in Minnesota EXCEPT Goodhue, Rice, Wabasha, and Winona are eligible
81	Minnesota	2021 Drought Disaster Recovery Loan Program	Minnesota Department of Agriculture	Applies to farmers whose operations are in counties or contiguous counties suffering from D2+ severe drought. Zero percent interest loans to purchase feed for livestock that may be short at harvest, the increased cost of feed due to the drought, or to repair or replace farm irrigation systems.
82	Minnesota	University of Minnesota Extension	Extreme Weather Resources	Crop and livestock drought resources
83	Minnesota	University of Minnesota Extension	Hay suppliers in MN
84	Minnesota	Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center (UMASH)	Upper Midwest Drought Kit	Multiple resources for farmers in the Upper Midwest, including resources for Social Wellbeing
85	Montana	Montana State University Extension	Wildfire and Drought Resources	Developed by MSU Drought and Wildfire Task Force. Resources for general, recovery, disaster planning, mental health, webinars
86	Montana	Montana Stockgrowers Association	The Drought Hub	Current state wide drought conditions, available USDA programs, hay hotlines, mental health resources, tax deferral options
87	Montana	Montana Stockgrowers Association	Tax Deferral Options	Explains tax deferral option for income made from liquidating herds due to drought.
88	Montana	Montana State University Extension	2021 Drought Series	Drought management recordings including cattle reproduction strategies, forage management options, cattle management, and range conditions and grazing
89	Montana	Montana Dept of Ag	Hay Hotline	Listings for hay for sale or donation in Montana.
90	Nebraska	Nebraska State Government	Drought Central	USDA programs, livestock and forage resources, weather, educational resources, credit assistance
91	Nebraska	Nebraska Natural Resoures Conservation Services	Drought	NRCS drought fact sheets, links to other resources, news and updates
92	Nebraska	University of Nebraska	Nebraska Drought Resources	Crops, forage, farm management, irrigation, soil and weed management as relate to drought
93	Nebraska	Legal Aid of Nebraska	Agricultural Disaster Resources	USDA programs, Chapter 12 literature, water laws, agricultural disaster handbook
94	Nebraska	Nebraska Department of Agriculture	Hay and Forage Hotline	Sellers of available hay and forage can contact this number and have their name, contact information, and inventory placed on the "Sellers List," which is updated regularly. The Nebraska Department of Agriculture will then make the "Sellers List" available to buyers by mail or by this web site. Once buyers obtain this information, they will be responsible for contacting the sellers directly to negotiate any transactions. Phone: 402-471-4876
95	Nevada	University of Nevada	Living with Drought	Up-to-date data and direction to assistance and educational programs
96	Nevada	University of Nevada Extension	Sign Up for Emergency Notifications	Local Emergency Notification Systems, commonly known as Reverse Dial, are used by safety officials to send phone calls, emails and texts to a specific area with a prepared message during an emergency.
97	New Mexico	New Mexico Department of Agriculture	Drought Resources	Extension, local conservancy and federal resources and assisance programs
98	New Mexico	New Mexico State University Extension	Drought Management for Range Livestock Producers	Drought management plan development, feeding options, drought management assessment tools
99	New Mexico	New Mexico State University Extension	New Mexico Drought Resources	Drought management information and tools
100	New Mexico	New Mexico State Office: Farm Services Agency	New Mexico Farm Service Agency Programs	Current USDA loans, natural disaster relief program information, county office locator
101	New Mexico	New Mexico State Office: Natural Resources Conservation Services	New Mexico NRCS	Current NRCS conservation programs
102	North Dakota	North Dakota State University	North Dakota State University Drought Page	Information on drought management in North Dakota
103	North Dakota	North Dakota Department of Agriculture	Drought Resources	List of state based drought resources including tax topics and hay map
104	North Dakota	Rugby Livestock Auction	Livestock Feed/Water Resources	Financial, farmstress, feed/water, hay resources
105	North Dakota	North Dakota Department of Water Resources	Drought Disaster Livestock Water Supply Project Assistance Program	Program provides the Department of Water Resources the ability to provide cost-share assistance to livestock producers with water supply shortages caused by drought. Eligible livestock producers in all North Dakota counties may qualify for up to $4,500 in cost-share assistance.
106	North Dakota	Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center (UMASH)	Upper Midwest Drought Kit	Multiple resources for farmers in the Upper Midwest, including resources for Social Wellbeing
107	New York	NY Department of Agriculture and Markets	Emergency Management	An extreme heat event/incident is often defined as 3 or more days with abnormally high heat exceeding 90 degrees. Many farmers and producers work outdoors without air conditioning and sometimes without much shade or cover from the sun. It is important to take preventative measures to mitigate the effects of extreme heat and keep your staff and livestock safe.
108	Oregon	Oregon Water Resources Department	Oregon Water Resources Department
109	Oregon	Oregon State University Extension	Livestock Water Management During a Drought
110	South Dakota	South Dakota state government	Drought Resources	Forage information, USDA programs, farm stress, disaster assistance, suicide prevention, feed/water testing, SDSU links
111	South Dakota	Oregon state government	Oregon Disasater Assistance Program (ODAP)	Forgivable loan to provide state level assistance to fill gaps in federal disaster programs or act as bridge loan until Oregon’s producers can receive certain USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) disaster assistance. ODAP will be administered by banks and credit unions who are familiar with agriculture. APplications will be available through the banks. Sample applicatoin and participting banks are on the announcement website. In effect May 9th-June 3rd, 2022.
112	South Dakota	National Integrated Drought Information Systems	South Dakota	Current U.S. Drought Monitor Conditions for South Dakota
113	South Dakota	South Dakota State University Extension	Drought	Crops, livestock, range/land management, business/economics, articles, events
114	South Dakota	South Dakota State University Extension	Forage Resources for South Dakota Farmers and Ranchers
115	South Dakota	South Dakota Soil Health Commission	South Dakota Grazing Exchange	State map highlighting available grazing land by type of livestock
116	South Dakota	Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center (UMASH)	Upper Midwest Drought Kit	Multiple resources for farmers in the Upper Midwest, including resources for Social Wellbeing
117	Tennessee	Tennessee Farm Disaster Fund	Tennessee Farm Bureau	Grants from this fund are directed to farm and rural communities to help families rebuild the agricultural infrastructure, and are intended to provide support to Tennessee Farm Bureau members with active farms in agricultural production who have incurred substantial damage to their homes, farms and/or personal property due to a presidentially-declared natural disaster
118	Texas	Texas A&M AgriLife Extension	Agrilife Extension Resources: Water	Water is one of Texas’ most critical natural resources, so maintaining the health and sustainability of the Texas water sources and aquifers is vitally important. Our educational resources and regional experts teach Texans about water conservation, management and quality
119	Texas	Texas A&M AgriLife Extension	Drought Management Strategies Publications
120	Texas	Texas Alliance for Water Conservation	Resources	Technical guides, studies, tools available in a wide range of formats
121	Utah	Utah Department of Agriculture and Food	Hay and Drought Resources	Drought defence, crop and irrigation management, range and livestock management, hay resources, USDA emergency loans, emergency grazing approval.
122	Utah	Utah State University	Drought Resources	Range and livestock, crop and economic resources as they relate to drought; current county data
123	Utah	Utah State University	Defense Against Drought	Six drought defense tools outlined
124	Washington	Washington State Department of Agriculture	Drought Information	"WSDA shares information regarding agricultural-related problems and concerns with decision makers. WSDA also assists in coordinating federal funding under a federal drought declaration by connecting federal drought relief authorities with farmers and ranchers in need of assistance. WSDA can also help those in need of assistance find possible resources for relief"
125	Washington	Washington Department of Ecology	2022 Drought	Emergency grant available July 28-November 25, 2021 for drought related agricultural emergencies (potential for loss of life of agricultural animals or crops), please contact the WSCC at (509) 385-7509 ; Updates on drought situation in Washington state; temporary transfer of water rights; expedite processing for emergency drought permits
126	Wisconsin	Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center (UMASH)	Upper Midwest Drought Kit	Multiple resources for farmers in the Upper Midwest, including resources for Social Wellbeing
127	Wyoming	Wyoming state government	Drought Information and Resources	Hay exchange, USDA emergency programs, stress management, weather forecasts
128	Wyoming	Wyoming state government	Wyoming Drought Monitor
129	Wyoming	Wyoming Department of Agriculture	Drought Programs and Assistance	Pasture and feedlot availability list, USDA conservation and disaster relief programs
130	Wyoming	University of Wyoming Extension	Navigating Drought in Wyoming	Published in June, 2018. Management plans pre- during- and post drought.
131	Wyoming	University of Wyoming Extension	Wyoming Small Acreage Irrigation	This document is organized into four sections to help answer these questions. The first is, “Can I irrigate?” This section explains how to determine if a property has a water right, how much water does the water right entitle the irrigator to use, how water rights may work within a subdivision, and a brief description of Wyoming water law. The next section, “How can I irrigate?,” discusses various irrigation methods used across Wyoming. The third section, “Should I irrigate?,” then discusses how to determine when to irrigate and how much water to apply. The last section, “Irrigation Conflicts in Your Neighborhood,” gives some points to consider if you find yourself in a water conflict.
132	Regional: Texas, NM, Arizona, western parts of OK and KS		Drought Discussion Podcast	Designed for ranchers and rangeland managers, bringing listeners seasonal precipitation outlooks and seasonal forage productivity outlooks for the Southern Plains, New Mexico, and Arizona. New episodes that are released every two weeks provide updated outlooks as the forage forecast incorporates the precipitation-to-date into end of season forage production estimates.


1	National or State?	Organization	Name of Resource	Website	Notes

2	National	Farm Aid, Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA, Farmer Legal Action Group	Navigating Disaster Assistance for Farmers	https://www.rafiusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Navigating-Disaster-Assistance-for-Farmers-Hurricanes-1-1.pdf	Critical steps to follow following a disaster and overview of USDA disaster programs
3	National	Farm Aid	Farm Aid Disaster Assistance for Farmers	https://www.farmaid.org/our-work/resources-for-farmers/farmer-resource-guides/disaster-assistance-for-farmers/
4	National	Weathering the Storm:	A Guide to Preparing for Disaster and Finding Disaster Assistance for your Farm or Ranch	https://www.farmaid.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/FRN_guide-weathering_the_storm.pdf
5	National	Farm Aid	Farmer Hotline	https://www.farmaid.org/our-work/resources-for-farmers/	Toll free at 1-800-FARM-AID (1-800-327-6243). Farmer Services staff answer the hotline Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. eastern time.
6	National	Farm Aid	Farm Aid Resource Guide for Farm Crisis Support	https://www.farmaid.org/our-work/resources-for-farmers/farmer-resource-guides/crisis-support-farm-aid-resource-guide/	Guide with resources for farmstress, legal assistance, underserved farmers, USDA programs following natural disasters
7	National	Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA	Farmer Crisis Hotline	https://www.rafiusa.org/hotline/	Toll-free at 866.586.6746. The hotline is open Monday-Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. eastern time. Hotline staff and farmer advocate available
8	National	Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA	Disaster Preparedness	https://www.rafiusa.org/programs/farm_advocacy/disaster-assistance/disaster-preparedness/
9	National	Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA	Disaster Recovery Resources for Farmers	https://www.rafiusa.org/programs/farm_advocacy/disaster-assistance/disaster-recovery-resources/
10	National	Farmers Legal Action Group	Guides to Disaster Assistance	http://www.flaginc.org/farmers-guides-to-disaster-assistance/	Detailed overviews of USDA disaster assistance programs. Use search function to find programs. Archives on the right of site.
11	National	Extension Disaster Education Network	Wildfire	https://extensiondisaster.net/hazard-resources/naturally-occurring/fire/	Description, statistics, causes, protection, resources
12	National	Disaster Relief Haulers		https://www.disasterreliefhaulers.org/	We are driven by a single goal; to bring hope, supplies and compassion to those who have been impacted by natural disasters; mainly wildfires. We are a small group from Ohio who know that all we want is to be able to help others and gain new friends along the way. Hay and supply hauling, fence building and repair.
13	National	Farmer Campus	Farming Through Wildfire Season	https://farmercampus.com/fires/	Free, self-led online course with a learning network of fellow farmers, a downloadable Fire Resilience Workbook, farmer centered research and a collection of producer stories sharing impact and recovery to help you garner actionable solutions, deepen your understanding, and leave with a hands-on tool to build fire resilience on your farm.
14	National	Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center	Farm Safety Check: Preventing Field Fires	http://umash.umn.edu/farm-safety-check-preventing-field-fires/	Safety Checklist, links to supplemental articles
15	National	Community Alliance with Family Farmers	Disaster Recovery	https://caff.org/disaster-resilience-disaster-recovery-iframe/	Financial aid, livestock, land management post fire, food safety
16	National	Incident Information System	Federal Government	https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/?state=3	US map of active wildfires
17	National	FEMA	Be Prepared for a Wildfire	https://www.ready.gov/sites/default/files/2021-12/ready_wildfire_info-sheet.pdf	Pre, during, post wildfire safety and protection
18	National	Texas A & M Extension	Safeguarding Against Wildfire	https://texashelp.tamu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/managing-caring-for-horses-burns.pdf	Fire resistant buildings, creating defensible spaces, managing fuel loads and fuel breaks
19	National	Texas A & M Extension	Protecting farms and Ranches from Wildfires	https://texashelp.tamu.edu/browse/by-type/agriculture-disasters/farm-ranch/protecting-farms-ranches-from-wildfires/	Steps to take before, during and after wildfire
20	National	Oregon State University	Wildfire Preparedness in Agriculture	https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/certificate/wildfire-preparedness-in-agriculture	Over the course of seven modules, you will learn how to create an emergency farm plan for your land. This farm plan will provide prevention steps you can take with your equipment and vegetation in order to help mitigate wildfires. You will also cover creating defensible space and fuel breaks in agricultural areas.
21	National	Western Exension Committee	Negotiation in Agriculture	https://negotiation.farmmanagement.org/	Drought can necessitate re-negotiating stocking rates or other considerations. These guides can help to prepare.
22	National	Oregon State University	Post-Fire Resources for Forested lands	https://extension.oregonstate.edu/sites/default/files/documents/8341/post-fire-resource-packet-updated-041322.pdf	Some Oregon resources, but most are useful everywhere. Topics related to caring for your land after a wildfire including assessing land after a fire, mitigating erosion, sample contracts for hiring contractors, tax considerations, financial assistance, reforesting
23	National	Oklahoma State University Extension	Wildfire: Preparing the Ranch and Farm	https://extension.okstate.edu/fact-sheets/wildfire-preparing-the-ranch-and-farm.html	Preparation, risk management, livestock
24	National	High Plains Intermountain Center for Agricultural Health and Safety	What Agricultural Producers Need to Know about Wildfire Smoke	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMW_qr__4u0	Ten minute You Tube video
25	National	Internet Hay Exchange	National Hay Exchange	http://www.hayexchange.com/index.php	State by state hay exchange, hay wanted directory, hay calculator
26	National	Department of Agriculture Economics, Oklahoma State University	Rural Tax Education: Weather-Related Sales of Livestock	https://ruraltax.ou-ext.usu.edu/files-ou/Livestock_Sales.pdf	Article describing the tax treatment and options related to selling livestock due to weather events
27	National	Beef Cattle Research Council	Feed Testing & Analysis for Beef Cattle	https://www.beefresearch.ca/research/feed-value-estimator.cfm	Feed testing rationale, Sample collection, testing types, interpretation
28	National	Beef Cattle Research Council	Test Stock Water and Reduce Worry	https://www.beefresearch.ca/blog/test-stock-water-reduce-worry/	Stock water testing, tips and resources
29	National	Texas A & M Extension	Managing and Caring for Horses Affected by Fires	https://texashelp.tamu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/managing-caring-for-horses-burns.pdf
30	National	Veterinary Clinics of North America	Disaster Response and Beef Cattle Operations		Publication that requires purchase. Discusses effects of disasters on beef cattle operations, Cattle assessment on site during emergencies; Humane euthanasia and carcass disposal; Emergency nutrition for cattle; Communication during natural disasters and working with authorities; and mental health during times of disaster.
31	National	Michigan State University	Is Food Safe After A Fire?	https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/is_food_safe_after_a_fire	Offers information on usability of food exposed to fire and steps to decontaminate canned goods and cookware exposed to fire-fighting chemicals.
32	National	Center for Disease Control	Wildfires	https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/wildfires/index.html	Preparation for wildfires, staying safe during wildfires, clean up after wildfires, private wells after a wildfire and more
33	National	Red Cross	Wildfire Relief	https://www.redcross.org/about-us/our-work/disaster-relief/wildfire-relief.html	Shelter, food, supplies, medical care, behavioral health counselors available
34	National	USDA	Wildfire	https://www.farmers.gov/protection-recovery/wildfire	Farm and ranch fire preparedness, recovery, reporting losses, disaster relief programs
35	National	USDA	Disaster Resource Center	https://www.usda.gov/topics/disaster-resource-center	Provides information on how to prepare, recover and build long-term resilience during disasters and emergencies.
36	National	USDA	USDA Disaster Fact Sheet	https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Internet/FSA_File/disaster_assistance_program.pdf	Disaster Program by disaster category
37	National	USDA	Wildfire Designated Counties	https://www.fsa.usda.gov/news-room/emergency-designations/index	Updated monthly
38	National	USDA	Disaster Assistance Discovery Tool	https://www.farmers.gov/protection-recovery/disaster-tool	A step by step process to determine which disaster assistance program producers qualify for
39	National	USDA	Non-Insured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP)	https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-Public/usdafiles/FactSheets/noninsured_crop_disaster_assistance_program-nap-fact_sheet.pdf	Payments for producers of non-insurable crops of food, fiber, and animal forage. Not for livestock. Including native grass for grazing. Insurable crops vary by county.
40	National	USDA	Crop Insurance	https://www.usda.gov/topics/farming/crop-and-livestock-insurance	Provides indemnity payments to growers who purchased crop insurance for production and quality losses related to drought and other weather hazards, including losses from an inability to plant caused by an insured cause of loss.
41	National	USDA	Emergency Watershed Program (EWP- Recovery)	https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/detail/national/programs/landscape/ewpp/?cid=nrcseprd1381472	Offers vital recovery options for local communities to help people reduce hazards to life and property caused by floodwaters, droughts, wildfires, earthquakes, windstorms, and other natural disasters. Project funds address erosion related watershed impairments. EWP Floodplain Easements –provide an alternative to Recovery effort
42	National	USDA	Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP)	https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-Public/usdafiles/FactSheets/livestock_forage_program_lfp-fact_sheet.pdf	Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) – Payments to farmers of qualifying livestock (owners or contract growers) for losses to grazed lands or crops specifically for animal feed. Meant to offset additional feed costs.
43	National	USDA	Tree Assistance Program (TAP)	https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-Public/usdafiles/FactSheets/tree_assistance_program-tap-fact_sheet.pdf	Payments to tree growers (orchard and nursery)
44	National	USDA	Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP)- depends on circumstances	https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-Public/usdafiles/FactSheets/elap-general-fact-sheet.pdf	Financial assistance for farmers of livestock, honeybees and farm-raised fish lost due to drought. Must report losses within 30 days of loss (15 days for honeybees). Higher payments for socially disadvantaged, limited resource, beginning, or veteran farmers. Covers cost of transportation of water for farms that normally don’t transport water during drought.
45	National	USDA	Emergency Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) Haying and Grazing- depends on the circumstances	https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-Public/usdafiles/FactSheets/crp_haying_grazing_factsheet.pdf	Allows increased haying and grazing on CRP land without loss of CRP payment.
46	National	USDA	Livestock Indemnity Program	https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/disaster-assistance-program/livestock-indemnity/index	Provides benefits to livestock owners and some contract growers for livestock deaths in excess of normal mortality that are the direct result of an eligible adverse weather event. In addition, LIP covers attacks by animals reintroduced into the wild by the Federal Government or protected by Federal Law. Also, LIP provides assistance to livestock owners that must sell livestock at a reduced price because of an injury from an eligible loss condition.
47	National	USDA	Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP)	https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-Public/usdafiles/FactSheets/emergency_forest_restoration_program-fact_sheet.pdf	Cost sharing program to help restore forests
48	National	USDA	Emergency Loan Program	https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-Public/usdafiles/FactSheets/2019/emergency-loan-program.pdf	Emergency loans for farmers in a county (and also contiguous counties) declared a disaster. At least 30% of crop loss is required to qualify.
49	National	USDA	Emergency Conservation Program (ECP)	https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-Public/usdafiles/FactSheets/emergency-conservation-program-ecp-fact_sheet.pdf	Cost-share program to enable farmers to rehabilitate farmland or install water-conserving irrigation systems
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51	Arizona	University of Arizona Extensoin	Soil Erosion Control After a Wildfire	https://extension.arizona.edu/pubs/soil-erosion-control-after-wildfire
52	Arizona	Arizona Climate Office	Arizona State University	https://azclimate.asu.edu/	Provides and analyzes current weather conditions, watches, warnings and forecasts
53	Arizona	Arizona Department of Agriculture
54	Arizona	Arizona Department of Environmental Quality	Wildfire Support	http://www.azdeq.gov/node/2913	Offers air quality monitoring, emergency response units, technical assistance and expertise, inspection and assessments, restoration and recovery efforts.
55	Arizona	Arizona Department of Agriculture	So, You Might Be Evacuated. Now What?	https://www.azfb.org/Article/So-You-Might-Be-Evacuated-Now-What	Article on preparing to evacuate in event of widlfire
56	California	CAFF	Wildfire Resilience Program	https://caff.org/wildfire-resilience-program/	Technical Assistance for farmers, resources, community forums for questions, and emergency funds (coming soon).
57	California	CAFF	Disaster Recovery	https://caff.org/disaster-resilience/disaster-recovery/	From financial aid to techniques that help restore your land after a fire, we’ve compiled these resources to help get you back on your feet.
58	California	California Climate and Agriculture Network	Resources for Climate Resilience	https://calclimateag.org/climate-impacts-resources/
59	California	California Department of Social Services	Guide to Disaster Assistance Services for Immigrant Californians (English)	https://baylegal.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/DisasterAssistanceGuideforImmigrantCaliforniansFinal.pdf	Resources and services for undocumented workers
60	California	California Department of Social Services	Guide to Disaster Assistance Services for Immigrant Californians (Spanish)	https://foodforpeople.org/sites/default/files/Disaster%20Assistance%20Guide%20SpanishFinal.pdf	Resources and services for undocumented workers
61	California	California Department of Food and Agriculture	Wildlife Recovery Services	https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/firerecovery/	Site combines emergency response, recovery and resilience information into a single place for easy access by users. It is a one-stop portal that include local and state resources, healthy services, shelters and housing, preparedness information, and more.
62	Colorado	Colorado State University	Wildfire Preparedness for Horse Owners	https://extension.colostate.edu/topic-areas/agriculture/wildfire-preparedness-for-horse-owners-1-817/
63	Colorado	Colorado State University	Addressing the Impacts of Wildfire on Water Resources	https://extension.colostate.edu/topic-areas/natural-resources/addressing-the-impacts-of-wildfire-on-water-resources-6-706/
64	Colorado	Colorado State University	Use of Wells and Septic Systems Following a Wildfire	https://extension.colostate.edu/docs/pubs/fire/septicsystems.pdf
65	Colorado	Colorado Department of Agriculture	Colorado Comeback: Agricultural Stimulus	https://ag.colorado.gov/colorado-comeback-agricultural-stimulus	Updates on $76 million agriculture grant/stimulus plan
66	Colorado	Colorado State University Extention	Colorado Water Center	https://extension.colostate.edu/topic-areas/water/#water_irr	Clearinghouse of programs and publications.
67	Colorado	Colorado Hay Directory	Colorado Hay Directory	https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dxnH9ivtsgSB46vOJpss5Stg_Qf41inG/view
68	Hawaii	Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization	Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization	https://www.hawaiiwildfire.org/home	Working with communities across Hawaii on wildfire prevention, mitigation, and planning activities in the Hawaii-Pacific region through proactive, collaborative, and forward-thinking projects.
69	Idaho	Idaho Fire Information	Idaho Fire Map	https://www.idahofireinfo.com/
70	Idaho	University of Idaho Range Extension	UI Extension Drought Resources	https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/drought	Irrigation, various crop, livestock drought related management, other drought links
71	Idaho	Idaho Department of Lands	Rangeland Fire Protection Associations	https://www.idl.idaho.gov/fire-management/rangeland-fire-protection-associations/	The ten RFPAs leverage the extensive local knowledge among Idaho ranchers to provide swift initial attack on rangeland wildfires.fighting capacity, fire maps, local organizations, history, reports, grant information
72	Montana	Montana State University Extension	Wildfire and Drought Resources	http://aboutus.msuextension.org/wildfiredrought/WildfireDroughtDrought.html	Developed by MSU Drought and Wildfire Task Force. Resources for general, recovery, disaster planning, mental health, webinars
73	Montana	Montana State University Extension	After Wildfire	https://www.readygallatin.com/download/website/handouts/wildfire/4455.pdf	Free downloadable 52 page guide regarding livestock,establishing pastures, native weed management, water quality, forest restoration, economic decisions, tax implications,
74	Montana	Farm Rescue	Farm Rescue	https://farmrescue.org/	Help farmers and ranchers who have experienced a major illness, injury or natural disaster by providing the necessary equipment and volunteer workforce to plant, hay or harvest their crop. Livestock feeding assistance is also available to ranchers.
75	Montana	Montana Dept of Ag	Hay Hotline	https://agr.mt.gov/Hay-Hotline	Listings for hay for sale or donation in Montana.
76	Nevada	University of Nevada Reno Extension	Sign Up for Emergency Notifications	https://extension.unr.edu/publication.aspx?PubID=3336	Local Emergency Notification Systems, commonly known as Reverse Dial, are used by safety officials to send phone calls, emails and texts to a specific area with a prepared message during an emergency.
77	Nevada	University of Nevada Reno Extension	Living with Fire	https://extension.unr.edu/program.aspx?ID=16	Provides recommendations to residents on preparing for wildfire and reducing wildfire threats to homes and communities.
78	Nevada	University of Nevada Reno Extension	Best management practices for livestock and equine during wildfire smoke events	https://extension.unr.edu/publication.aspx?PubID=4394	Provides recommendations for best management practices for livestock and equine owners during wildfire smoke events. Some of these recommendations may not be applicable to owners of large quantities of livestock and/or equine.
79	Nevada	State of Nevada Goverment	Wildland Fire Information	https://dem.nv.gov/fire_information/	State fire activity, regional/local fire information, safety/preparedness, recovery resources
80	New Mexico	New Mexico Department of Agriculture	Rangelands and Grazing Lands	https://nmdeptag.nmsu.edu/agricultural-programs-and-resources/rangeland-and-grazing.html	Information about federal grazing lands in the event of a wildfire
81	New Mexico	New Mexico State University College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES)	Learning to Live With Fire	https://aces.nmsu.edu/defensible_zone/index.html	Fire preparation instructions, evacuation list, post fire resources, webinars- see "Proactive Steps to Save Your Farm and Ranch"
82	New Mexico	Santa Fe Fire Department	Collecting livestock supplies and supplying temporary pens per Santa Fe Chronicle article.	https://www.sfreporter.com/news/2022/05/02/relief-options/; https://www.santafenm.gov/fire_department	From article: "The Santa Fe Fire Department is collecting supplies for ranchers and farmers impacted by the fires, asking for troughs, hay, bowls, crates and paper products for animals. Fire Chief Brian Moya tells SFR that supplies for livestock are being used to set up temporary pens for animals displaced by the fires."
83	New Mexico	New Mexico State Forestry	After Wildfires: A Guide for New Mexico Communities	https://www.afterwildfirenm.org//	Realtime information on wildfires, a list of resources available to communities and individuals for assistance, and a technical guide with information about post-fire treatments to address the catastrophic effects of a wildfire on the land and to prepare for potential flooding. If you are reading this guide before a wildfire occurs, use it to help you plan ahead.
84	New Mexico	New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management	2022 Wildfires	https://www.nmdhsem.org/2022-wildfires/	Emergency declarations, current fire status, agricultural and livestock resources
85	New Mexico	New Mexico State Office: Farm Services Agency		https://www.fsa.usda.gov/state-offices/New-Mexico/index	Current USDA loans, natural disaster relief program information, county office locator
86	New Mexico	New Mexico State Office: Natural Resources Conservation Services		https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/site/nm/home/	Current NRCS conservation programs
87	North Dakota	North Dakota State University Cooperative Extension	Wildfires Can Impact Grasslands	https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/newsreleases/2021/april-12-2021/wildfires-can-impact-grasslands
88	North Dakota	Farm Rescue	Farm Rescue	https://farmrescue.org/	Help farmers and ranchers who have experienced a major illness, injury or natural disaster by providing the necessary equipment and volunteer workforce to plant, hay or harvest their crop. Livestock feeding assistance is also available to ranchers.
89	Oregon	Northwest Interagency Coordination Center	Interactive Map: Wildfires in Washington and Oregon	https://www.q13fox.com/interactive-map-wildfires-burning-in-washington-oregon
90	Oregon	Oregon Department of Agriculture	Wildfire Resources	https://www.oregon.gov/oda/agriculture/Pages/WildfireResources.aspx	Fire locator map; livestock care; soil care post fire
91	Oregon	Oregon State University Small Farms Program	Small Farms, Local Food and Wildfires	https://smallfarms.oregonstate.edu/smallfarms/disasters/small-farms-local-food-and-wildfires	Interactive fire maps, air quality, evacuation, livestock, food safety, funding, post fire clean up
92	Oregon	Oregon state government	Oregon Disasater Assistance Program (ODAP)	https://www.oregon.gov/oda/agriculture/Pages/DroughtDisaster.aspx	Forgivable loan to provide state level assistance to fill gaps in federal disaster programs or act as bridge loan until Oregon’s producers can receive certain USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) disaster assistance. ODAP will be administered by banks and credit unions who are familiar with agriculture. APplications will be available through the banks. Sample applicatoin and participting banks are on the announcement website. In effect May 9th-June 3rd, 2022.
93	South Dakota	Argus Leader	Hazard Mapping System: Fire and Smoke	https://data.argusleader.com/fires/	Wildfire map
94	South Dakota	Farm Rescue	Farm Rescue	https://farmrescue.org/	Help farmers and ranchers who have experienced a major illness, injury or natural disaster by providing the necessary equipment and volunteer workforce to plant, hay or harvest their crop. Livestock feeding assistance is also available to ranchers.
95	South Dakota	South Dakota State University Extension	Forage Resources for South Dakota Farmers and Ranchers	https://extension.sdstate.edu/forage-resources-south-dakota-farmers-and-ranchers
96	South Dakota	South Dakota State University Extension	Management for Recovery of Rangeland After Wildfire	https://extension.sdstate.edu/management-recovery-rangeland-after-wildfire
97	South Dakota	South Dakota Soil Health Commission	South Dakota Grazing Exchange	https://www.sdgrazingexchange.com/	State map highlighting available grazing land by type of livestock
98	Tennessee	Tennessee Farm Disaster Fund	Tennessee Farm Bureau	https://tnfarmbureau.org/tennessee-farm-disaster-fund	Grants from this fund are directed to farm and rural communities to help families rebuild the agricultural infrastructure, and are intended to provide support to Tennessee Farm Bureau members with active farms in agricultural production who have incurred substantial damage to their homes, farms and/or personal property due to a presidentially-declared natural disaster
99	Texas	Texas A&M AgriLife Extension	Fire Danger Forecast	https://twc.tamu.edu/tfs/rawsd/rawsfcst.png	Daily forecast of fire danger throughout the state
100	Texas	USDA	USDA Targets Funds in Texas to Help Landowners and Managers with Wildfire Recovery and Restoration	https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/detail/tx/newsroom/releases/?cid=NRCSEPRD1905822
101	Utah	State of Utah Government	Utah Wildfire Info	https://utahfireinfo.gov/	Current fires and fire restrictions information
102	Utah	Utah State University Extension	Post-Wildfire Resources	https://extension.usu.edu/post-wildfire/index	Post fire hazards, post fire team availability, financial resources,
103	Utah	Utah Department of Agriculture and Food	Hay and Drought Resources	https://ag.utah.gov/droughtresources/	Drought defence, crop and irrigation management, range and livestock management, hay resources, USDA emergency loans, emergency grazing approval.
104	Washington	Northwest Interagency Coordination Center	Interactive Map: Wildfires in Washington and Oregon	https://www.q13fox.com/interactive-map-wildfires-burning-in-washington-oregon
105	Washington	Washington State University Extension	Wildfire Recovery	https://wildfires.wsu.edu/agriculture-and-forest-landowners/	Provide resources and information regarding Agricultural and Forestry recovery, including livestock
106	Washington	Washington State Governors Office	Washington Wildfire Resources	https://www.governor.wa.gov/news-media/washington-wildfire-resources	Status updates, housing and shelter resources, state and federal resources
107	Washington	University of Washington	Heat, Fire, Smoke and Health in Washington’s Ag Industry	https://deohs.washington.edu/pnash/blog/heat-fire-smoke-and-health-washingtons-ag-industry	Research summaries of Washington producer/farmworker exposure risk, air quality monitoring
108	Wyoming	Wyoming state government	Drought Information and Resources (Hay Exchange information)	https://drought.wyo.gov/Assistance/Assistance.html
109	Wyoming	University of Wyoming Extension	Ag Producer Safety During Wildfires	https://www.uidaho.edu/-/media/UIdaho-Responsive/Files/Extension/topic/disaster/mp-145-1-ag-producer-safety-during-wildfires.pdf	General recommendations
110	Wyoming	University of Wyoming Extension	Wildfires	https://www.uwyo.edu/uwe/programs/wyo-disaster/wildfire.html	Links, post fire recovery, home resilience against wildfires
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2	Oklahoma, Texas	Small Business Administration	SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Texas Businesses and Residents Affected by the Smokehouse Creek and Windy Deuce Fires	Low-interest federal disaster loans are available to Texas businesses and residents affected by the Smokehouse Creek Fire and the Windy Deuce Fires. SBA assistance is available in Armstrong, Carson, Donley, Gray, Hansford, Hemphill, Hutchinson, Lipscomb, Moore, Potter, Randall, Roberts, Sherman and Wheeler counties in Texas; and Ellis and Roger Mills counties in Oklahoma.
3	Oklahoma	Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Foundation	Wildfire Disaster Relief Fund	Preserve and protect as we work to communicate with those affected to prepare to help our own. Our thoughts and prayers are with the farmers and ranchers impacted by the wildfires. As we navigate this time, we ask that you aid in the efforts of helping fellow producers by donating to our disaster relief fund. Thank you for being patient with us while we update this page as we collect more information. The OCF relief application is coming soon!
4	Texas	USDA	USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to Texas Farmers and Livestock Producers Impacted by Wildfires	Declaration of Disaster Assistance including enacted programs and directions to access them.
5	Texas	Texas State Government	Governor Abbott Issues Wildfire Disaster Declaration In February 2024	Notification of the counties that have received a declaration of a state of disaster
6	Texas	Texas Farm Bureau	Texas Panhandle Wildfire Relief Fund	Texas farmers and ranchers with an unreimbursed loss resulting from the wildfires may apply for assistance. Return the completed form by May 31st, 2024. Livestock supply points are also provided
7	Texas	Texas Farm Bureau	Wildfire Relief and Recovery	Disaster Assistance programs, Relief Fund information, Livestock supply points, hay information, fire updates, farm stress,
8	Texas	Texas Department of Agriculture	STAR Fund	STAR Fund is a cost share (50% of eligible expense) to qualified agricultural producers not to exceed $4,000 per applicant. STAR Fund money may be used to assist in rebuilding fences, restoring operations and paying for other agricultural disaster relief costs needed to rebuild their agricultural operations. If the applicant's county is included in the Texas Governor’s declaration of disaster, they have 90 days from the date of his proclamation to turn in an application. Applications will open on March 6th
9	Texas	Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association	Disaster Relief Fund	TSCRA’s Disaster Relief Fund provides financial assistance to ranchers in Texas and Oklahoma who are victims of a natural disaster and consequentially are financially needy or otherwise distressed. Assistance funds are designated for damage that occurred in disaster counties as declared by Texas. Producers must submit applications within 60 days of when the damage took place. As of 3/5/24: Applications will be available soon. Hay supply and other resources provided as well.
10	Texas	Working Ranch Cowboys Association	Disaster Relief Fund	Donation collection site as of 3/1/24. Keep an eye on site for active relief assistance funds
11	Texas	Ronnie Jackson, Congressman for Texas 13	Panhandle Wildfire Relief	Relief sites and organizations by county, listings of livestock and cash donations for general public and ranchers, veteran specific support information
12	Texas	Texas AgriIlfe Extension	2024 Texas Panhandle Wildfire Relief Resources	Regular updates to the list of local agricultural resources and contacts. our agency is coordinating with county judges and local emergency management officials to vet and designate county-specific resources for monetary donations/gifts.
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14	Texas	Texas AgriLife Extension	Texas Panhandle wildfires: Documenting agricultural losses	Steps to properly document losses in order to file insurance claims and benefit from USDA disaster assistance programs as they come on board. Includes a state based portal for reporting losses.
15	Texas	Texas AgriIlfe Extension Disaster Assistance and Recovery	Protecting Farms & Ranches from Wildfires	Specific steps to take before, during and after a wildfire for Texas farmers and ranchers
16	Texas	Texas AgriIlfe Extension Disaster Assistance and Recovery	Fires and Wildfires	Wildfire maps and updates, links to articles and assistance organizations
17	Texas	Texas AgriLife Extension	Hay, feed, fencing supplies needed to support Texas Panhandle wildfire victims	Supply points for livestock and money donation information
18		Texas AgriLife Extension	One-pager: Wildfire Relief for the Texas Panhandle	A one-page overview of supply points and donation locations/details
19	Texas	Texas Animal Health Commission	Natural Disaster: Animal Preparation and Response	Resources and information about livestock recovery, care, lost or found animals, carcass disposal, reporting losses
20	Texas		Panhandle Wildfire Recovery & Resources (Facebook Group)	Facebook group sharing updates on available community resources including supplies, equipment, labor, and more.
21	Texas	GoFundMe	GoFundMe Texas Wildfire Relief Hub	GoFundMe has set up this hub so that individuals affected by the fires can create a fundraiser and link it to this disaster, so that folks looking to support can find and donate easily.
22	Texas	Texas Division of Emergency Management	Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT)	Texans can report damage to homes, businesses, and agricultural property using the Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT). The iSTAT survey can be filled out in English and Spanish online at damage.tdem.texas.gov and click on “Ongoing Wildfire Incidents."
23	Texas	Facebook Public Page	Panhandle Wildfire Recovery & Resources	One goal: find the needs and fulfill the needs for the devastation of the wildfires, in the Panhandle. This will be an ongoing group to help.
24	Texas	HF&C Feeds	High Cotton Relief Fund	Donation information for the High Cotton Relief Fund that is currently in the process of creation
25	Texas	The Amarillo Area Foundation	Panhandle Disaster Relief Fund	The Amarillo Area Foundation has set up a Panhandle Disaster Relief Fund, for residents who have lost homes, businesses, vehicles, livestock, grazing land and fencing. Visit https://amarilloareafoundation.org/disaster/ to donate


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2	National	USDA	Hurricane Ian Call Center	https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAFARMERS/bulletins/3307ea8	State-specific toll-free information lines where producers in need can receive immediate information regarding available FSA assistance. If your local FSA office is closed, you can contact the FSA Call Center at 1-877-508-8364. The line is staffed Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET.
3		USDA	Disaster Assistance Discovery Tool	https://www.farmers.gov/protection-recovery/disaster-tool
4		USDA	Commissioner Nikki Fried Shares USDA Disaster Assistance Programs for Agricultural Producers, Urges Early Reporting of Losses	https://www.fdacs.gov/News-Events/Press-Releases/2022-Press-Releases/Commissioner-Nikki-Fried-Shares-USDA-Disaster-Assistance-Programs-for-Agricultural-Producers-Urges-Early-Reporting-of-Losses	Press release from Florida Department of Agriculture 9/30/22
5		Rural Advancement Foundaation International-USA	PREPPING FOR AND HANDLING HURRICANE IAN	https://www.rafiusa.org/blog/hurricane-ian/
6		Rural Advancement Foundation International	Helpful Advice for Helpers After a Disaster	https://www.rafiusa.org/blog/disaster-resources/	Overview of disaster recovery resources, but also specific helpful suggestions for those assisting farmers and others following a natural disaster.
7		Rural Advancement Foundation International	Dealing with On Farm Disasters	https://www.rafiusa.org/blog/events/dealing-with-on-farm-disaster/	Eleven minute video provides overview of how to approach disaster preparedness and recovery for your farm - as well as to give an overview of some disaster relief programs that are available, especially for farmers
8		Rural Advancement Foundation International	Documenting Disaster Losses	https://rafiusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Documenting-Disaster-Losses.17.pdf
9		Consumer Financial Protection Bureau	A financial toolkit for victims of hurricanes Fiona and Ian	https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/blog/financial-toolkit-for-victims-of-hurricanes-Fiona-and-Ian/
10		Farmers Legal Assistance Group	Farmers’ Guide to Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA)	http://www.flaginc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Farmers-Guide-to-Disaster-Unemployment-Assistance-Sept-6-2017.pdf	Detailed explanation of the federal program Disaster Unemployment Assistance, available to producers
11		Colorado AgrAbility, Colorado State U. Extension	Coping With Natural Disasters	https://extension.colostate.edu/docs/pubs/consumer/10257.pdf
12		NC State University Cooperative Extension	Reconditioning Flood Damaged Tractors	https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/reconditioning-flood-damaged-tractors	Outlining the common stages of disaster recovery to provide understanding of the likely experience of those going through a natural disaster.
13		NC State University Cooperative Extension	Handling and Cleaning Up Damaged Pesticide Containers at Home	https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/handling-and-cleaning-up-damaged-pesticide-containers-at-home	Convert to PDF?
14		NC State University Cooperative Extension	After the Flood: Inspect, Purge, and Disinfect Your Well	https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/after-the-flood-inspect-purge-and-disinfect-your-well	Convert to PDF?
15		NC State University Cooperative Extension	Controlling Damage in Pesticide Storage Facilities on the Farm	https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/controlling-damage-in-pesticide-storage-facilities-on-the-farm	Convert to PDF?
16		NC State University Cooperative Extension	Reconditioning Flood-Damaged Farm Equipment	https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/reconditioning-flood-damaged-farm-equipment	Convert to PDF?
17		CDC	What to Wear After a Disaster	https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/cleanup/pdfs/debris_cleanup-H.pdf	Take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones during your cleanup after a hurricane, flood, or other natural disaster. Follow our cleanup tips and monitor your radio or television for up-to-date emergency information.
18		NCAT/ATTRA	Weathering the Storm: A Guide to Preparing for Disaster and Finding Disaster Assistance for your Farm or Ranch	https://attra.ncat.org/product/preparing-for-disaster/	This publication explains disaster declarations and briefly discusses federal disaster-assistance programs. It describes how recordkeeping, risk management, and insurance can help farmers be prepared for disasters, and it explores how environmental, social, and financial resilience can help agricultural producers mitigate and survive disasters.
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20	Florida	Florida Emergency Management	Hurricane Ian Relief	https://www.floridadisaster.org/	Shelters, power updates, supplies, FEMA, transportation, schools, business updates, disaster fund (distributes funds to service organizations that will serve individuals within their communities with disaster response and recovery), contact a loved one.
21		National Employment Law Project	DISASTER UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE: HOW WORKERS CAN ACCESS THE PROGRAM AFTER HURRICANE IRMA	https://www.nelp.org/publication/how-workers-access-dua-after-hurricane-irma/	Farmers and Ranchers qualify
22		Florida Department of Economic Opportunity	Apply for Hurricane Ian Disaster Unempoyment Assistance	https://floridajobs.org/Reemployment-Assistance-Service-Center/reemployment-assistance/claimants/disaster-unemployment-assistance
23		UF/IFAS University of Florida Cooperative Extension	Hurricane Ian Updates	https://disaster.ifas.ufl.edu/	Disaster preparation and recovery, Florida county emergency management, University of Florida Emergency resources, disaster handbook
24		UF/IFAS University of Florida Cooperative Extension	Disasater Handbook	https://branding.ifas.ufl.edu/downloads/uploads/Disaster%20Handbook/Extension/Disaster-Handbook-compressed-2020.pdf	Food and water, mental health, applying for assistance, farms, Covid 19. Farms section
25		Florida Emergency Management	Hurricane Ian Relief	https://www.floridadisaster.org/	Shelters, power updates, supplies, FEMA, transportation, schools, business updates, disaster fund (distributes funds to service organizations that will serve individuals within their communities with disaster response and recovery), contact a loved one.
26		USDA Hurricane Ian Call Center	Call center for Floridas hurricane Ian in the event the local office is closed	https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAFARMERS/bulletins/3307ea8	1-877-508-8364
27		Florida Farm Bureau	Ian disaster resources including emergeny grant apps	https://www.floridafarmbureau.org/hurricane-ian/	Resource list and grant app
28		Florida Cattlemens Assoc	Ian disaster resources including fencing assistance	https://fca.memberclicks.net/hurricane-ian-emergency-info	Resource list and fencing repair for cattlemen
29	Georgia	Georgia Organics	The Farmer Fund	https://www.thefarmerfund.org/apply	Meg at GO/Lori: Maximum $2000, no deadline. Must be member of Georgia Organics to be eligible.
30		Georgia Department of Labor	Disaster Related Benefits: Disaster Unemployment Assistance	https://dol.georgia.gov/faqs-individuals/individuals-faqs-disaster-related-benefits
31	Tennessee	Tennessee LocaL fOOD	Farmer Relief Fund	https://www.tnlocalfood.org/farmerrelieffund
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2	National	ATTRA: Sustainable Agriculture Program	Weathering the Storm: A Guide to Preparing for Disaster and Finding Disaster Assistance for your Farm or Ranch	https://attra.ncat.org/htmlpub/weathering-the-storm/	Disaster declarations, preparedness, assistance, financial resilience, environmental resilience
3	National	Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA	Disaster Recovery Resources for Farmers	https://www.rafiusa.org/programs/farm_advocacy/disaster-assistance/disaster-recovery-resources/	Immediate relief, after a disaster, instructional videos
4	National	Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA	Farmer Crisis Hotline	https://www.rafiusa.org/hotline/	Toll-free at 866.586.6746. The hotline is open Monday-Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST. Hotline staff and farmer advocate available
5	National	Farm Aid	Farm Aid Resource Guide for Farm Crisis Support	https://www.farmaid.org/our-work/resources-for-farmers/farmer-resource-guides/crisis-support-farm-aid-resource-guide/	Crisis support resources including farm stress
6	National	Iowa State University, Multi State Partners hip for Security in Agriculture	All Hazards: Floods
7	National	Farmers Legal Action Group	Guides to Disaster Assistance	http://www.flaginc.org/farmers-guides-to-disaster-assistance/	Detailed overviews of USDA disaster assistance programs. Use search function to find programs. Archives on the right of site.
8	National	Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN)	Floods	https://extensiondisaster.net/hazard-resources/naturally-occurring/flood/	Description, statistics, causes, prevention, insurance info, resources
9	National	Ohio State University Extension	Produce Safety and Flooded Fields	https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/anr-27?fbclid=IwAR0BjpWga0EPXGc3TmMWd7yW8EkF8t5ejKtU4opTTGwaJvJ8pwrDivhHODc	Floodwaters contain contaminants such as chemicals, heavy metals, molds, bacteria, sewage, human (disease) pathogens, and fungi that can cause and speed fruit and vegetable rot or spoilage (1, 8). For this reason, flooding of produce fields is considered a high risk to produce safety and quality. Information and guidance
10	Kentucky	Community Farm Alliance partnership with the Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky	Central Appalachian Family Farm Fund	https://www.appalachianky.org/flood/	Fund to support small farmers affected by flood. Now accepting applications for $5000 grants. Focus is on the primary counties of Breathitt, Clay, Knott, Letcher, Perry, Floyd, Pike, Owsley, Leslie, Magoffin, Martin, and Whitley, but adjacent counties may qualify as well
11	Kentucky	Community Farm Alliance	2022 Eastern Kentucky Flood Assistance	https://cfaky.org/2022-eastern-kentucky-flood-resources/	Guide to accessing USDA disaster relief programs and loans; recovery resources
12	Kentucky	Food + Ag Flood Recovery Resources	Grow Appalachia, Community Farm Alliance, the Organic Association of Kentucky, the Kentucky Horticulture Council, the Kentucky Center for Agriculture	https://express.adobe.com/page/Xllnpn1RG1MQI/	Financial Resources, Guides and Best Practices for Navigating Resources, Technical Support, Soil, Produce, & Water Safety, and Mutual Aid
13	Kentucky	Eastern Kentucky Mutual Aid	Flood Relief Fund	https://www.facebook.com/groups/2557126217948530/about	Reach out directly via Facebook page with your needs
14	Kentucky	Kentucky Department of Agriculture		https://www.kyagr.com/disasters/eastern-ky-flood.html	Reporting guide, state based relief funds, livestock disposal, farm stress resources
15	Kentucky	State of Kentucky "Team Kentucky"	Flood Resources	https://governor.ky.gov/flood-resources	Comprehensive list of resources and fact sheets for all victims
16	Kentucky	Kentucky Sports Radio and Kentucky Chamber Foundation	KSR Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief Fund	https://www.kychamber.com/resourceseasternkentuckyflooding	Relief fund for Kentuckians to ensure they are able to rebuild.
17	Kentucky	Appalshop	Appalachian Flood Support Resources	https://appalshop.org/news/appalachian-flood-support-resources	Listing of local and state officials contacts, mutual aid funds, legal assistance, free wifi sites, clean up and recovery resources, suppy donation sites, shelter areas, cooling stations
18	Kentucky	U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Assistance	Small Business Administration	https://www.kychamber.com/sites/default/files/pdfs/FOCE_COM_KY17546_22-342_%28English%29_SBA-Offers-Disaster-Assistance_%28Pres%29_2022_8_1%20%282%29.pdf	Low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are available to businesses and residents in Kentucky following the announcement of a Presidential disaster declaration due to the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides that began on July 26. The disaster declaration covers Breathitt, Clay, Knott, Letcher and Perry Counties in Kentucky, which are eligible for both Physical and Economic Injury Disaster Loans from the SBA. Small businesses and most private nonprofit organizations in the following adjacent counties are eligible to apply only for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs): Bell, Floyd, Harlan, Jackson, Knox, Laurel, Lee, Leslie, Magoffin, Owsley, Pike and Wolfe in Kentucky, and Wise in Virginia.
19	Kentucky	Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief Community Document	Coalition	https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/1/d/1qWJVkr3tFtW3qHkW6n5YLpEsRYAqkpERsyCVz084l-4/htmlview#gid=0 (How do we share a Google doc online?)


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2	Connecticut	Connecticut State Government	Farmland Restoration Grant - Flood Response	provides matching funds to Connecticut farmers, nonprofits and municipalities to increase food and fiber production in the state by restoring lands into active agricultural production. FLRP focuses on restoring and improving land with prime and important farmland soils. For purposes of this program, farmland restoration is the act of bringing land into agricultural production for human food, animal feed, or livestock grazing. The maximum grant awarded is $20,000.00. Deadline: August 21st, 2023.
3	Connecticut	Connecticut Department of Agriculture	Agristress Helpline for Connecticut	CT farmers, farm families, or farm workers experiencing stress due to crop loss and other challenges can call or text a hotline maintained by the state’s farmer stress relief program at 833-897-2474. You can also visit CTFarmStressRelief.com for mental health and stress resources
4	Connecticut	Connecticut Department of Agriculture	2023 Grower Crop Loss Report July	This form will be used to gather data from growers related to crop loss impacts incurred due to the July 2023 flooding. By filling out this information it will assist these entities in determining if a disaster declaration can be obtained. Your farm name and contact information is not required
5	Connecticut	Center on Dispute Resolution Qunnipiac Law School	Connecticut Agricultural Mediation Program
6	Connecticut	Connecticut Department of Agriculture	Disaster Relief Resources	the Connecticut Department of Agriculture has compiled the following resources to assist agricultural producers as they navigate these challenges. If you need immediate support, please dial 2-1-1 and speak to a Community Resource Specialist that can connect you to help.
7		Connecticut Department of Agriculture	Resources available to Connecticut farmers affected by flooding	The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is sharing resources for Connecticut farmers who have suffered losses due to heavy rains or flooding. The department is also looking to make additional assistance available in the coming months.
8	Connecticut	Connecticut Department of Agriculture	Ag Stress Relief Tools	Available helplines, resources for managing stress, peer to peer networks
9	Connecticut	Connecticut state government	Federal Agriculture Disaster Declaration Requested from Governor Lamont
10	Connecticut	Connecticut Department of Agriculture	Farmer to Farmer Outreach Form	Connecticut's farming community is a tight-knit one that helps in times of crisis. In light of the recent excessive rainfall and flooding events, the Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) is providing this form in an effort to further assist impacted producers. We've already heard stories of farmers offering land to those who need it to replant, or delivering plants so that a new crop will be ready to harvest. We also know there are others who may not know where to turn and encourage you to fill out this form if you are in need or able to assist so that we can facilitate those connections. Connecticut Department of Agriculture staff are also available to meet with farmers one-on-one to explore resources available.
11	Connecticut	Berkshire Agricultural Ventures	Emergency Flooding Relief	For farmers in Berkshire MA, Columbia and Dutchess NY, and Litchfield CT counties, if your farm needs additional flooding relief, we can help with zero-interest or low-cost bridge loans while waiting for state and federal assistance to be funded or cash flow needs, a micro-grant through our Resilience Fund, and climate risk assessments and planning. To begin a conversation about assistance from BAV, please reach out by phone at (413) 248-6156 or email info@berkshireagventures.org.
12	Connecticut	Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development’	Small Business Boost Fund	Provides working capital loans of $5,000 to $500,000. The program also provides guidance from community lenders and technical service providers.
13	Massachusetts	United Way of Central Massachusetts	Massachusetts Farm Resiliency Fund	The MA Farm Resiliency Fund is being set up in partnership with the United Way of Central Massachusetts (UWCM) with the intention of both responding to the recent storm impact in western and central Mass, as well as having long-term potential to respond to how climate is affecting our farms.
14	Massachusetts	Community Involved in Sustaining Agriuclture (CISA)	July 2023 Flood Resources for Farmers	Reporting damages, financial assistance, product safety guidelines, general disaster assistance
15	Massachusetts	Berkshire Agricultural Ventures	Emergency Flooding Relief	For farmers in Berkshire MA, Columbia and Dutchess NY, and Litchfield CT counties, if your farm needs additional flooding relief, we can help with zero-interest or low-cost bridge loans while waiting for state and federal assistance to be funded or cash flow needs, a micro-grant through our Resilience Fund, and climate risk assessments and planning. To begin a conversation about assistance from BAV, please reach out by phone at (413) 248-6156 or email info@berkshireagventures.org.
16	Massachusetts	Community Involved in Sustaining Agriuclture (CISA)	Emergency Farm Fund	Applications accepted until October 1, 2023. Application review will begin August 1st. CISA, in partnership with the Franklin County CDC, is offering zero-interest loans of up to $25,000 for Massachusetts farms in Franklin, Hampden, and Hampshire counties affected by fluctuating winter temperatures that killed peach buds in February, the deep freeze of May 18, and widespread flooding in July.
17	Massachusetts	Franklin County Community Development Corporation	Loans and financing	If your business has been impacted by this storm, we are here to support you. If your cash flow has been affected and you need financing, we can help. Contact John Waite, Franklin County CDC at (413) 774-7204
18	Massachusetts	Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources	Natural Disaster Recovery (NDR) Program for Agriculture	Provides financial assistance to aid agricultural operations that were impacted by one or more of the 2023 Natural Disasters to rebuild and recover, with the aim of supporting job security, building resilience, and enabling future production. Applicant must have suffered a minimum of 15% crop loss
19	Massachusetts	Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources	2023 Agricultural Flooding Guidance & Resources	Many farms across Massachusetts have been impacted by the July 2023 storms. Federal, state, and private institutions have a range of resources to assist with relief and recovery. For farms with impacted crops, MDAR’s Produce Safety Division has developed this guidance to help farmers navigate the decisions that need to be made when dealing with flood impacts.
20	New Hampshire	Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network	NH Farm Strong	Useful information about farmer to farmer support networks and associated online resources
21	New Hampshire	Northeast Organic Farming Association of New Hampshire (NOFA-NH)	Farmer Relief Fund	New Hampshire crop and livestock farmers who have been impacted by frost, freeze, and flood events of 2023 and have suffered hardship and financial loss as a result are eligible to apply. Funds are reserved for certified organic NH farms or NOFA-NH member farms that have the highest need (organic certification is not a requirement to receive funding, but if you are not certified organic then you must be a NOFA-NH member)
22	New Hampshire	NH Department of Agriculture, Markets and Food	2023 Flooding Disaster Resources for Produce Growers	For specific questions about how produce crops or fields may be affected by flooding, please contact the NH DAMF Produce Safety Program Team at Victoria.m.smith@agr.nh.gov or reach out to UNH Extension Food Safety Team: 603-787-6944.
23	New York	Berkshire Agricultural Ventures	Emergency Flooding Relief	For farmers in Berkshire MA, Columbia and Dutchess NY, and Litchfield CT counties, if your farm needs additional flooding relief, we can help with zero-interest or low-cost bridge loans while waiting for state and federal assistance to be funded or cash flow needs, a micro-grant through our Resilience Fund, and climate risk assessments and planning. To begin a conversation about assistance from BAV, please reach out by phone at (413) 248-6156 or email info@berkshireagventures.org.
24	Vermont	Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont (NOFA-VT)	Farmer Emergency Fund	NOFA-VT’s Farmer Emergency Fund, established in 1997, supports organic and NOFA-VT member farmers who have been adversely affected by natural and unnatural disasters. Farmers may request up to $2,500 in grants that do not need to be repaid.
25	Vermont	Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont (NOFA-VT)	Flood Response Resources for Farmers	Resources that are available for affected farmers, farmworkers, producers, and processors as they recover. NOFA VT is also coordinating volunteer farm clean up efforts for farmer members.
26	Vermont	Vermont Farm Fund	Emergency Loans	The VFF seeks to minimize the hurdles to secure a loan and receive funds to begin the disaster recovery process. The maximum Emergency Loan amount is currently $10,000. This is a zero percent interest loan, payable over 24 months with a flexible payment schedule. Qualifying applicants must be Vermont farmers or food producers who have suffered a devastating loss due to an unexpected natural disaster that puts their farm or farming career in danger. Applications are reviewed and responded to within 10 business days. Most loan funds are granted within 14 business days.
27	Vermont	NRCS Vermont	Additional funds for EQIP Program	$4 million additional cost share funds forn the following EQIP program projects: Cover Crop; Critical Area Planting; Fence; Pasture and Hay Planting; Mulching; Residue and Tillage Management, Reduced Till; Feed Management. Application deadline: September 1, 2023.
28	Vermont	University of Vermont Extension	Disaster and Flood Recovery Resources	Farming and Agriculture, General information, Health and Safety, Recovery Resources, Vermont Emergency Management, Weather Updates
29	Vermont	Vermont Agriculture Food and Markets	2023 Flooding Disaster Response and Recovery Resources	Notice of Governor and Presidential emergency declaration, reporting losses, recovery funding opportunities
30	Vermont	Vermont Agriculture Food and Markets and University of Vermont Exgtension	Free soil testing, heavy metal screening, and soil nitrate analysis	Free soil testing, heavy metal screening, and soil nitrate analysis for flood impacted farms through August 15th.
31	Vermont	Farm First	Anxiety/Stress	Self care, strategies and counseling availability
32	Vermont	Farm First	Farm First News	Link to disaster recovery guide, Vermont 211, Get Help for Your Farm Animals
33	Vermont	Vermont Digger	Following the Floods	Read VTDigger’s full coverage of historic flooding in Vermont on July 10 and its aftermath in the weeks and months to come
34	Massachusetts, New York, Connectictut	Bershires Agricultural Ventures	https://www.berkshireagventures.org/emergency-flooding-relief
35	All Affected Producers	Collaboration	New England Flood Relief Resources	This is a working and collaborative document started and curated by the team at American Farmland Trust’s New England Program to compile and share resources for flood relief + resources in New England. Both federal and state based resources provided.
36	All Affected Producers	Farm Credit East	Farm Credit East Cares Community Fund	$500 donation per producer to cover personal losses and other expenses. Impacted producers interested in receiving Farm Credit East Cares support can apply online at FarmCreditEast.com/floodrelief. Financial assistance is not limited to Farm Credit East members. Any farm, forest product or fishing business impacted by the July 2023 flooding in Farm Credit East’s eight state territory is eligible. Not intended to replace equipment, infrastructure, or business losses
37	All Affected Producers	USDA	Disaster Program Flexibilities	Policy flexibilities for key disaster assistance programs and crop insurance to aid Northeast agricultural operations that have been significantly impacted by recent flooding in 2023. Applies to all flood-impacted counties in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont. Includes payment deferral for some loans, deadline extensions for some disaster assistance programs, and waiving of some program notification windows.
38	All Affected Producers	Iowa State University, Multi State Partners hip for Security in Agriculture	All Hazards: Floods	These resources will help you prepare your family, home and farm, animals and business for flood situations.
39	All Affected Producers	Cornell University Produce Safety Alliance	Food Safety for Flooded Farms
40	All Affected Producers	University of New Hamphire Extension	Feeding Flooded Forages
41	All Affected Producers	University of New Hamphire Extension	Managing Flood Damaged Crops and Forage
42	All Affected Producers	University of New Hamphire Extension	FAQ about Handling Flooded Produce
43	All Affected Producers	USDA	Emergency Conservation Program Assistance the link is for NH, but the same boilerplate information goes out for any county that has either a primary
44	All Affected Producers	USDA	USDA Assists Farmers, Ranchers, and Communities Affected by Recent Flooding in Vermont	To help residents, farmers, and ranchers affected by the recent flooding in Vermont, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has directed the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to aid recovery efforts. USDA staff in the regional, state, and county offices are responding and providing a variety of program flexibilities and other assistance to residents, agricultural producers and impacted communities.
45	All Affected Producers	ATTRA: Sustainable Agriculture Program	Weathering the Storm: A Guide to Preparing for Disaster and Finding Disaster Assistance for your Farm or Ranch	Disaster declarations, preparedness, assistance, financial resilience, environmental resilience
46	All Affected Producers	Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA	Disaster Recovery Resources for Farmers	Immediate relief, after a disaster, instructional videos
47	All Affected Producers	Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA	Farmer Crisis Hotline	Toll-free at 866.586.6746. The hotline is open Monday-Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST. Hotline staff and farmer advocate available
48	All Affected Producers	Farm Aid	Farm Aid Resource Guide for Farm Crisis Support	Crisis support resources including farm stress
49	All Affected Producers	Farmers Legal Action Group	Guides to Disaster Assistance	Detailed overviews of USDA disaster assistance programs. Use search function to find programs. Archives on the right of site.
50	All Affected Producers	Farmers Legal Action Group	Farmers' Guide for Organic Farmers - Flooding and Whole Farm Revenue Crop Insurance	This booklet is intended to assist organic farmers in time of disaster. It looks at two important issues. First, it discusses the extremely challenging effect of a flood on an organic farm. Second, this booklet discusses a relatively new form of crop insurance – Whole-Farm Revenue -- that could benefit organic producers going forward.
51	All Affected Producers	Farmers Legal Action Group	Farmers' Guide to Flooding and Organic Producers	During a flood or other natural disaster there will be a series of challenges facing every farmer. For an organic farmer, the flood or other natural disaster will have results that can be unique to organic production. This booklet presents a short summary of some of the issues that organic producers may face during a natural disaster – and in particular with a flood.
52	All Affected Producers	University of Massachusetts Amherst Extension	Handling Flooded Produce: What Farmers Need to Know and Conducting Risk Assessments	Provides guidance to growers on how to evaluate produce crops that are intended for human consumption but have been affected by flood waters to ensure compliance with both state and federal law
53	All Affected Producers	Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN)	Floods	Description, statistics, causes, prevention, insurance info, resources
54	All Affected Producers	Ohio State University Extension	Produce Safety and Flooded Fields	Floodwaters contain contaminants such as chemicals, heavy metals, molds, bacteria, sewage, human (disease) pathogens, and fungi that can cause and speed fruit and vegetable rot or spoilage (1, 8). For this reason, flooding of produce fields is considered a high risk to produce safety and quality. Information and guidance


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3	Mississippi , Alabama, Georgia, Arkansas, Iowa, Indiana, Wisconsin	USDA	Farm Service Agency	https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/disaster-assistance-program/index	Variety of programs to help farmers, ranchers, communities, and businesses that have been hard hit by natural disaster events.
4	Mississippi	USDA	Risk Management Agency	https://www.rma.usda.gov/RMALocal/Mississippi;	If you have crop insurance, its important to contact your insurance agent immediately. More information at this site.
5	Alabama	USDA	Risk Management Agency	https://www.rma.usda.gov/RMALocal/Alabama	If you have crop insurance, its important to contact your insurance agent immediately. More information at this site.
6	Mississippi , Alabama, Georgia, Arkansas, Iowa, Indiana, Wisconsin	Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA	Farmer Crisis Hotline	https://www.rafiusa.org/hotline/	Toll-free at 866.586.6746. The hotline is open Monday-Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST. Hotline staff and farmer advocate available
7	Mississippi , Alabama, Georgia, Arkansas, Iowa, Indiana, Wisconsin	Farmers Legal Action Group	Farmers Legal Action Group	flaginc.org	Non-profit farm attorneys offering legal council at no charge.
8	Mississippi	Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation	Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation	https://msfb.org/2023/03/28/mississippi-strong-communities-comes-together-after-devastating-tornados/	MFB Volunteer corp and staff providing needs assessments, meals, etc.
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11		Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA	Disaster Recovery Resources for Farmers	https://www.rafiusa.org/programs/farm_advocacy/disaster-assistance/disaster-recovery-resources/	Immediate relief, after a disaster, instructional videos
12		Farm Aid	Farm Aid Resource Guide for Farm Crisis Support	https://www.farmaid.org/our-work/resources-for-farmers/farmer-resource-guides/crisis-support-farm-aid-resource-guide/	Crisis support resources including farm stress
13		Farmers Legal Action Group	Guides to Disaster Assistance	http://www.flaginc.org/farmers-guides-to-disaster-assistance/	Detailed overviews of USDA disaster assistance programs. Use search function to find programs. Archives on the right of site.
14		ATTRA: Sustainable Agriculture Program	Weathering the Storm: A Guide to Preparing for Disaster and Finding Disaster Assistance for your Farm or Ranch	https://attra.ncat.org/htmlpub/weathering-the-storm/	Disaster declarations, preparedness, assistance, financial resilience, environmental resilience
15		USDA	Disaster Assitance Discovery Tool	https://www.farmers.gov/protection-recovery/disaster-tool
16		USDA	Disaster Assitance Programs At-A-Glance	https://www.farmers.gov/sites/default/files/2022-07/farmersgov-disaster-assistance-brochure-07-21-2022.pdf	Brochure of USDA disaster assistance programs, defined and charted
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19	Mississippi, Arkansas, Georgia	FEMA	FEMA Disaster Assistance Helpline	www.DisasterAssistance.gov	1-800-621-FEMA (3362)
20	Mississippi , Alabama, Georgia, Arkansas, Iowa, Indiana, Wisconsin	SAMHSA	SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline	https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline	SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
21	Mississippi , Arkansas, Nebraska, Indiana	Red Cross	Red Cross	https://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter.html	Shelters with relief supplies, warm meals, critical sheltering, health and mental health services
22	Mississippi	Convoy of Hope	Convoy of Hope	https://convoyofhope.org/disaster-services/mississippi-tornado-relief/	Provision of essential relief supplies like food, water, hygiene kits, cleaning supplies, and sheltering resources.
23	Mississippi	Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith	March 24-25 Tornado Disaster Relief Information	https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/march-24-25-tornado-disaster-relief-information#:~:text=Survivors%20can%20apply%20at%20DisasterAssistance,Central%20Time%20in%20most%20languages.	Up-to-date nformation about state/local disaster relief resources
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