Producers in Franklin County are eligible to apply for the 2023 Livestock Forage Disaster Program Benefits on native and improved pastures, annual ryegrass, annual crabgrass and long season small grains. Compensation can be provided if you suffered grazing losses for covered livestock due to drought.
Also, disaster assistance is available for livestock losses. The Livestock Indemnity Program, known as LIP, provides assistance to you for livestock deaths in excess of normal mortality, caused by adverse weather, disease and attacks by animals. The USDA is changing the fair market value for beef over 800 pounds. AG Secretary Tom Vilsack:
The deadline for both programs is January 30th. For either program, contact the Franklin County USDA Service Center or the Franklin County Conservation District, who can move you in the right direction for the application process.
