Farmers and ranchers who have been hurt financially by the coronavirus pandemic have an opportunity to get aid from the federal government starting this week.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program through August 28.
Farmers and ranchers have been hit hard by issues related to the closures of restaurants and schools. They left many farmers without a market for their goods, forcing them to euthanize animals and destroy crops.
Farmers and ranchers whose commodities have sustained a price decline of 5% or greater, or sustained losses because of supply chain disruptions caused by the pandemic, are among those targeted for aid. Eligible commodities include certain crops, livestock, wool and dairy.
Those interested in a full list of eligibility guidelines and procedures for aid applications can visit the USDA’s page about the program at www.farmers.gov/cfap.
Eligible farmers and ranchers will get one payment, according to the USDA.
Source: WBKO
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