Ohio agricultural producers impacted by natural disasters eligible for USDA loans

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“Ohio’s hardworking ag producers feed our neighbors, the nation and the world,” State Executive Director Leonard Hubert said. “When they suffer losses because of extreme weather, helping them get back on their feet is important. We encourage those affected to reach out to their local USDA Service Center to apply for these emergency loans.”

The 21 counties include Athens, Auglaize, Belmont, Crawford, Darke, Greene, Guernsey, Henry, Highland, Hocking, Jackson, Mercer, Miami, Monroe, Montgomery, Noble, Pickaway, Preble, Richland, Shelby, and Stark.

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Producers in other Ohio counties are also eligible to apply for emergency loans.

For more information on FSA disaster assistance programs or to find your local USDA Service Center, visit farmers.gov/recover.