1、 Federal Agricultural Recovery Resources for Hurricane-Related Losses Megan Stubbs Specialist in Agricultural Conservation and Natural Resources Policy September 8, 2017 Following the destruction of Hurricane Harvey, which hit the Texas coast on August 25, 2017, many in the agriculture industry are
2、facing large-scale production losses as well as extensive damage to land and facilities. Hurricane Irma now poses a similar threat to Florida, other southeastern states, and several U.S. territories. Crops such as rice, cotton, soybeans, and cattle appear to be among the hardest hit areas of agricul
3、tural production from Hurricane Harvey. However, to date no official loss estimates have been released. Sugar, citrus, cotton, specialty crops, and livestock are just a few of the crops that could face production losses from Hurricane Irma depending on the path and severity of the storm. This Insigh
4、t provides a short overview of select agricultural recovery resources related to hurricanes such as Harvey and Irma. It is not a comprehensive list (see “CRS Resources” below for more information about programs) and is not intended to provide up-to-date information on unfolding events. For additiona
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