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Terry Bertrand, a beloved member of the Brownfield community, gained her wings on July 5, 2023, at the age of 72. She was born on December 23, 1950, to Isidore John and Geneva Mae Staudt in Sweetwater, and brought warmth and joy to the lives of those around her throughout her journey.
Read moreRobert Luther Pace, lovingly known as Buddy, passed away on July 2, 2023, in his hometown of Brownfield, Texas. Born on December 23, 1951, to A.C. and Lettie Mae Pace, Buddy lived a life characterized by his vibrant personality, unwavering humor, and an immense heart that touched the lives of all who knew him.
Read moreUSDA is extending the deadline for the Emergency Relief Program (ERP) Phase Two and Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program (PARP) to July 14, 2023, to give producers more time to apply for assistance. The original deadline was June 2. Additionally, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is partnering with nine organizations to provide educational and technical assistance to agricultural producers and provide assistance in completing an ERP Phase Two application. The extended deadline will give producers more time to work with these partner organizations and apply for assistance. Cooperative Agreements for ERP Phase Two Application Assistance Through cooperative agreements with FSA, the following organizations are providing free assistance to producers across the United States and territories. Alabama State Association of Cooperatives Farmers Legal Action Group, INC.
Read moreIn response to feedback received from the producers, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is improving crop insurance for hemp. USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) is strengthening the hemp crop insurance policy by adding flexibilities around how producers work with processors as well as improving consistency with the most recent USDA hemp regulation.
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