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In this episode, we cover insights and considerations for applying for direct payments through the USDA's Coronavirus Food Assistance Program. Episode 24.
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0:00 – Introduction
4:00 – Direct Payments Program
5:52 – Eligibility and Documentation Requirements
9:30 – Challenges for Small and Direct-to-Consumer Growers
12:32 – Specific Considerations for Spring Producers
16:02 – Timeline and Payment Expectations
17:18 – Conclusion and Next Steps
In this episode, you’ll meet our new Staff Attorney Rich Lavigne as he and our Executive Director Rachel Armstrong discuss USDA’s Direct Payments through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), which opens for applications on Tuesday May 26th, 2020. We cover eligibility, paperwork preparation, compensation, timelines, and more.
For more in-depth information on CFAP direct payments, especially for direct-to-consumer farmers, register for our upcoming webinar on Wednesday May 27th, 2020 at this link.
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Disclaimer: We are working hard and fast to get information together about COVID-19 related programs to share with the farming community as quickly and accurately as possible. Please note that things are rapidly shifting during this time and what was accurate info 2 days or 2 weeks ago may not be accurate tomorrow. As such, please look for our most recent updated information on all COVID-19 issues.
