Programs available for Nebraska farmers suffering from drought conditions.
0 The Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) is providing information to Nebraska’s farmers and ranchers in need of assistance due to prolonged dry conditions in the state.
“The U.S. Drought Monitor has updated its drought status.
“In response to the worsening conditions, we are outlining several tools that are available for farmers and ranchers to utilize.” Emergency Haying and Grazing of CRP Several counties in Nebraska are authorized for emergency haying or grazing on Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) acres.
Any county in Nebraska with a border that falls within 150 miles of those D2 or greater designated drought areas in those three states are eligible for the emergency haying or grazing.
For details on haying roadside right-of-ways and to obtain permits contact the NDOT Maintenance Office in your district.
NDA Hay Hotline The Nebraska Department of Agriculture offers a resource for farmers and ranchers looking to buy or sell hay.
The Hay & Forage Hotline can be found on the NDA website.
This proclamation will allow the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency to replenish fire retardant materials which have been partially depleted by fire suppression efforts in Nebraska and by assisting other states with wildfires which have been aided by drought conditions.
The NDA Drought Central Website contains information on all these programs and will be continually updated with valuable resources.