USDA helps farmers, ranchers and communities affected by Hurricane Fiona

WASHINGTON, September 29, 2022 – Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack has ordered the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to assist in the recovery efforts of farmers, ranchers and residents affected by Hurricane Fiona. USDA staff in offices across the country are ready to respond with a variety of program flexibilities and other types of assistance to producers and communities in need.

Hurricane Fiona caused widespread impacts along its path, particularly in Puerto Rico, which suffered its worst flooding since Hurricane Maria in 2017, and power outages across the island, which continue in many areas.

“Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this terrible storm, especially in Puerto Rico, which has come so far in recovering from Hurricane Maria,” said Secretary Vilsack. “I want everyone to know that USDA stands ready to offer whatever resources we have available to help those in need.”

Safety Measures for Food Protection:

USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is helping affected residents make measures to reduce their risk of foodborne illness as they return home from severe weather and flooding.

Aid to agricultural operations in case of disaster:

USDA offers a full suite of disaster assistance programs to help growers recover after disasters.

    Ranchers and perennial crop growers often have few risk management options, but there are several disaster programs for them. Among the main programs offered by the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) are:

    It is also essential that producers keep records to document damage or loss and to report losses to their local USDA Service Center as soon as possible.

    In addition, the Natural Resources Conservation Service USDA (NRCS) may provide financial resources through its Environmental Quality Incentives Program to help with immediate needs and long-term support to help recover from natural disasters and conserve water resources. USDA can also help local government partners defray the cost of recovery activities, such as debris removal and shoreline stabilization, to address natural resource-related problems and hazards through the Emergency Program for the Protection of Hydrographic Basins .

      On farmers.gov, the Tool Search for Disaster Assistance , the Fact Sheet USDA Disaster Assistance Programs at a Glance (PDF, 1.4 MB) and the Farm Loan Search Tool can help growers and homeowners determine program or loan options available. For crop insurance claim assistance, growers and homeowners should contact their crop insurance agent. For the FSA and NRCS programs, you should contact your USDA Service Center.

      The USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is already providing assistance to affected communities in Puerto Rico through the distribution of USDA Foods providing high-quality, nutritious food 100% grown and produced on farms in the United States. FNS is prepared to work with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), municipalities and local authorities, to provide more emergency nutritional assistance to people in need.

      The USDA touches the lives of all Americans every day in many positive ways. In the Biden-Harris Administration, USDA is transforming America’s food system with an increased focus on more resilient local and regional food production, fairer markets for all producers, and ensuring access to safe, wholesome food. and nutritious foods in all communities, building new markets and income streams for farmers and producers using climate-smart food and forestry practices, making historic investments in clean energy infrastructure and capabilities in rural America , and committing to equity across the Department by removing systemic barriers and creating a more representative America’s workforce. To learn more, visit www.usda.gov.

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