19 days agoVirginia Governor Declares Emergency to Expedite Hay Transport Amid Drought
In response to a severe hay shortage caused by ongoing drought conditions, Virginia's Governor Abigail Spanberger declared a State of Emergency. This action facilitates expedited transportation of hay through waivers and emergency funding to support farmers and livestock producers statewide, aiming to mitigate economic impacts in the sector.
60 days agoUSDA Declares Drought Disaster Areas for Oklahoma Counties, Opens Emergency Loans
The USDA has designated Alfalfa and Grant counties in Oklahoma as disaster areas due to severe drought. Producers can apply for emergency loans for recovery, impacting procurement of agricultural resources and services across affected counties.
150 days agoUSDA Declares Drought Disaster Areas Across 34 Texas Counties
The USDA has designated 34 Texas counties as natural disaster areas due to ongoing drought. This designation facilitates emergency loans for agricultural recovery, impacting procurement for agricultural service providers and equipment vendors.
159 days agoProposed Cuts to Bureau of Reclamation Impact Water Management Funding
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum's proposed 22% funding cut for the Bureau of Reclamation threatens vital water management programs amid drought. Senator Cortez Masto calls for increased investment, emphasizing Nevada's conservation efforts and the need for federal support in water infrastructure projects.