COVID-19

Need for documentation clarified for essential ag in Pennsylvania

Reports have been circulating online – originating primarily in surrounding states, suggestive of potential conflicts between law enforcement officers and farm workers during these times of restricted travel. Thus far, situations like this have not... more »

Senators Peters, Stabenow urge support for farmers during coronavirus pandemic

U.S. Democratic Senators Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenow, both of Michigan, urged the Trump Administration April 6 to ensure the continuity of the U.S. food supply and to support rural areas during the coronavirus (COVID-19)... more »

Farm Credit Administration outlines process providing COVID-19 lending help

The Farm Credit Administration is issuing this informational memorandum to provide Farm Credit System (System) institutions with guidance on troubled debt restructuring (TDR) reporting, borrower rights and nonaccrual determinations when working with borrowers affected by... more »

How to operate a strawberry U-pick during the COVID-19 pandemic

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper has issued a stay-at-home order, which went into effect on Mar 30. COVID-19 has rapidly changed the individual freedoms that many of us took for granted, to ensure the greater... more »

Paycheck Protection Program available to agricultural producers

The U.S. Department of Treasury and Small Business Administration have released an interim final rule on the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Agricultural producers are eligible to participate in the program and should reach out to... more »

Alabama agriculture remains essential during stay-home order

Farmers and agricultural businesses will continue to serve Alabama residents under a stay-at-home order issued April 3 by Gov. Kay Ivey. The order aimed at limiting the spread of COVID-19 is effective Saturday at 5... more »

Some tips on continuing produce sales with COVID-19

Demand for fresh local produce and other farm products is on the increase. Currently, for growers that sell directly to the public, COVID-19 presents some challenges to meet that demand. Farmers' markets in Delaware are... more »

Virus education materials in indigenous languages, dialects and Spanish

Gene McAvoy of University of Florida Cooperative Extension shared this reference that you might find useful. These resources were gathered by the Rural Women’s Health Project, with thanks to Evelyn Moraga in Guatemala, Dr. Laura... more »

Small Business Administration offers loans due to impact from coronavirus

The Small Business Administration is offering low-interest loans due to the damaging effects of the coronavirus. After the passage by the House and Senate of the CARES Act, an additional $10 billion has been added... more »

Agriculture an essential service as Texas enforces stay-at-home order

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has issued an essential services order. The order would require anyone who is not considered an essential critical infrastructure worker to stay home. The order will limit everyone who lives or works... more »

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