Ranchers in Twin Falls who were impacted by the Long Butte fire are eligible for emergency funding through the United States Department of Agriculture.
The Emergency Conservation Program is designated to help producers in such a situation. Those who suffered loss and damage must submit a request for assistance by October 1.
Producers must submit an estimate of the cost for damage such as fences and pastures. The local Farm Service Agency office then submits the requests to the USDA for payments.
Lance Phillips, Twin Falls County executive director points out he cannot submit requests if he does not receive the figures. He estimates 36 producers will request for help for 24,000 acres of land.
To qualify ranchers must have suffered a minimum of $1,000 in damages. Each payment can be as high as $200,000.
Other programs are also available to help cover the loss of animals and feed. For more information, contact your local FSA office.
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