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USDA Grants Up to $500K Emergency Loans to NY Farmers

7/28/2026

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On July 23, USDA Secretary Tom Rollins approved emergency loans for New York farmers in 32 counties hit by March 31-May 14 weather disasters, authorizing up to $500,000 and covering 100% of documented losses.
State estimates show over $30 million in losses and some farms losing 90% of their harvests.
Senator Michelle Hinchey introduced S8707A, a grant program that reimburses up to 50% of losses, capped at $150,000 per farm per year.

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On July 23, USDA Secretary Tom Rollins approved emergency loans for New York farmers in 32 counties hit by March 31-May 14 weather disasters, authorizing up to $500,000 and covering 100% of documented losses.
State estimates show over $30 million in losses and some farms losing 90% of their harvests.
Senator Michelle Hinchey introduced S8707A, a grant program that reimburses up to 50% of losses, capped at $150,000 per farm per year.