Uncle Sam to the Rescue: Cash for Flooded Feed Bills!

2026-04531 — Supplemental Disaster Relief Program and Dairy Margin Coverage Program; Correction

The USDA fixed some important rules for farmers in the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program and the Dairy Margin Coverage Program. These changes help sugar beet growers and certain crop insurance holders get the right disaster payments, and clarify who dairy farmers can qualify if they stopped milk production. The updates take effect March 9, 2026, making sure payments and eligibility are fair and clear.

2025-20455 — Agricultural Disaster Indemnity Programs; Approval of Information Collection Request

Farmers and ranchers hit by disasters will get help faster thanks to new approved forms and info rules. The USDA just got the green light to collect the info they need to pay out disaster aid smoothly through October 2027. This means quicker payments and clearer paperwork for those who grow our food when tough times strike.

2025-12803 — Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) Stage 1

The Farm Service Agency is launching the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) Stage 1 to help farmers who lost crops, trees, and vines due to wildfires, storms, drought, and other disasters in 2023 and 2024. Eligible producers can get payments based on past insurance and disaster aid records, making it quick and easy. Stage 1 kicks off now, with more help coming in Stage 2 later!

2025-09581 — Emergency Livestock Relief Program (ELRP) 2023 and 2024

The Emergency Livestock Relief Program (ELRP) 2023 and 2024 helps livestock producers who lost animals or feed because of droughts or wildfires in 2023 and 2024. If you already signed up for a related program, you don’t need to apply again—payments will be calculated automatically. This means faster help and money in producers’ pockets without extra paperwork!

2026-05148 — Information Collection Request; Power of Attorney

The Farm Service Agency is updating the Power of Attorney form used by people who let others act for them in farm programs and crop insurance. This change helps make sure signatures and actions are legit and reduces paperwork hassle. If you’re involved with these agencies, you can share your thoughts by May 18, 2026—no extra costs or delays expected.

2026-04511 — Information Collection Request; Emergency Relief Program (ERP) 2022

The Farm Service Agency is updating its paperwork for the Emergency Relief Program (ERP) 2022 to check that farmers who got help are following new rules about crop insurance for the next two years. Even though the application period ended in August 2024, they still need info to make sure everyone plays by the rules. This update affects farmers who received ERP aid and could impact how they stay eligible for future support.

Previous: 2025-17611 — Safety Zone, Black River Bay, Sackets Harbor NY

The Coast Guard is setting up a temporary safety zone in Black River Bay, Sackets Harbor, NY, to keep everyone safe during an Army helicopter water jump exercise. Boats and people can’t enter this area unless the Coast Guard says it’s okay. This helps protect folks, boats, and the environment from any risks during the training.

Next: 2025-17769 — Arizona Underground Injection Control (UIC) Program; Class I-VI Primacy

Arizona just got the green light to manage all underground injection wells (Classes I-VI) in the state, making sure water stays safe and clean. This means the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) will take charge instead of the EPA, except on most Indian lands. This change starts soon and helps Arizona keep a close eye on underground wells without extra costs for the public.