Articles tagged under: WHIP+ Program
The Next Steps for the Newly Passed Disaster Aid
Published October 1, 2021
USDA will now start its work on implementing the $10 billion in disaster aid available for farmers and ranchers. North Dakota Senator John Hoeven hopes the WHIP+ program sign-up can be rolled out quickly. "I'm also hoping payments will move…Additional WHIP+ Funds Coming to Farmers
Published October 1, 2021
The majority of the $10 billion disaster assistance for agriculture in the continuing resolution extends the WHIP+ program to cover losses from drought, floods and more in 2020 and 2021. That’s something the National Association of Wheat Growers CEO Chandler…Disaster Aid Included in Continuing Resolution
Published September 25, 2021
House Democrats have passed a continuing resolution to fund the government through December. The CR includes an increase in the debt ceiling and disaster relief for agriculture. House Agriculture Committee Chairman David Scott says this is the fastest way to…Boozman Supports WHIP+ Extension
Published July 28, 2021
Senate Agriculture Committee Ranking Member John Boozman issued a statement of support following the passage of the WHIP+ extension bill in the House Ag Committee. Boozman said lawmakers need to explore all viable opportunities to reach producers who have been…Goule Expects Strong Support on WHIP+ Revamp in Senate
Published July 28, 2021
There hasn’t been much action on a 2020 and 2021 WHIP+ program in the Senate. National Association of Wheat Growers CEO Chandler Goule says the Senate is more focused on infrastructure and climate. "As soon as WHIP+ heads that direction,…WHIP+ Extension Passes House Ag Committee
Published July 28, 2021
The House Agriculture Committee marked up the $8.5 billion 2020 WHIP+ Reauthorization Act on Tuesday. The bill covers 2020 and 2021 disasters and includes all causes of loss from the previous WHIP+ program, expanding on the drought. Minnesota Congresswoman Angie…House Ag Committee Considers WHIP+ Program Extension
Published July 23, 2021
On Tuesday, the House Agriculture Committee will mark up a bill to extend the WHIP+ program. Combest, Sell and Associates managing partner Tom Sell says the bill will cover 2020 and 2021 disasters. "The bill includes all causes of loss…House Lawmakers Consider More Permanent Disaster Programs
Published June 24, 2021
Ad-hoc disaster programs were part of Wednesday’s House Agriculture Subcommittee hearing on the efficacy of the farm safety net. House Ag Committee Ranking Member Glenn “G.T.” Thompson said a more permanent disaster program is being considered. "I have three guiding…Watch for QLA and Remaining WHIP+ Payments
Published June 20, 2021
Quality Loss Adjustment Program payments and the additional 2019 WHIP+ Program payments are starting to make their way into farmer’s bank accounts. If you haven’t received those yet USDA Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux says to be patient. "One…