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US (FL): Recovery loans available for those affected by storms

North Florida experienced historic low temperatures and exceedingly rare snow in last week, leading state Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson to launch efforts to implement a loan program to help farmers, ranchers and other agricultural interests adversely impacted by the winter storm.

Simpson announced Tuesday his department is accepting applications for interest-free loans for agricultural businesses. Growers, farmers and ranchers can now apply for the Agriculture and Aquaculture Producers National Disaster Recovery Loan program if the winter storm damaged their businesses or property.

The loans can be used to repair property and remove debris. The money can also be used for restoration of physical property such as fences, greenhouses, buildings and equipment and for aquaculture operations. Simpson said he'll lobby for additional funding for the loans during the Legislative Session, which begins March 4.

"Delivering immediate support to agricultural producers impacted by the recent winter storm, like our nursery growers in North Florida who were hit especially hard, is a critical first step to get them back on their feet," Simpson said. "The Natural Disaster Recovery Loan Program provides a start with immediate financial relief, ensuring that Florida's farmers and ranchers begin to rebuild their buildings and infrastructure."

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