If farmers are in states with a USDA plan or operating under the 2014 Farm Bill hemp pilot program, USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Bill Northey said they can participate in USDA conservation programs. Diversified producers can also purchase whole farm revenue protection as long as they have at least a five-year history of farm income or a three-year history for beginning farmers. “The Farm Service Agency is also developing loan programs for producers that are available on a limited basis,” Northey explained to reporters. “Many hemp producers may also be able to purchase non-insured crop disaster assistance. That’s also offered through the FSA for adverse weather events.” To take advantage of these USDA programs, hemp producers must file an acreage report with FSA after spring planting. A USDA, state or tribal production number is also required in addition to the crop’s intended use.
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