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🌱 Cumberland farmers: what new drought disaster aid can you apply for now?

Cumberland, Virginia Patch AM: a 3 min read

Hi Cumberland! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Cumberland farmers: what new drought disaster aid can you apply for now?

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Today's riddle: The top potato won what? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Partly sunny and comfortable, with a high of 78 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 81, low: 58.
  • Tuesday: Sunshine and nice, with a high of 72 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Farmers eligible for disaster aid (farmvilleherald.com) — Farmers in Cumberland County are now eligible for USDA drought disaster assistance after being added to the federal drought designation list. With most of Cumberland in extreme drought status, producers can apply for emergency loans and other Farm Service Agency programs within eight months of the disaster declaration to help manage losses and cash flow.
   

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