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USDA Declares Drought Disaster Zones in Virginia and Alabama

4/2/2025

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Drought has struck hard, prompting the USDA to designate 22 localities in Virginia and 20 counties in Alabama as natural disaster zones. Farmers in these affected areas can seek emergency loan assistance from the Farm Service Agency, with an eight-month window starting March 25, 2025, to secure vital support for their struggling livelihoods.

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Story summary

Drought has struck hard, prompting the USDA to designate 22 localities in Virginia and 20 counties in Alabama as natural disaster zones. Farmers in these affected areas can seek emergency loan assistance from the Farm Service Agency, with an eight-month window starting March 25, 2025, to secure vital support for their struggling livelihoods.