Starting Jan. 4, agricultural producers who suffered losses due to natural disasters during the 2008 crop year can sign up for the Supplemental Revenue Assistance Payments program. The SURE program provides financial assistance to farmers who experienced crop reduction or quality loss and who’s county or contiguous county has been declared a primary disaster. According to a USDA press release, producers who sign up in January should expect payment the same month. Producers are encouraged to apply at their local FSA county office.
