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Late winter and early spring freezing still impacting farms across Connecticut
A very cold snap of weather in February is taking its toll on peaches across Connecticut. “Those blossoms, those buds froze on us in February,” said Woody Scott with Scott’s Orchard and Nursery in Glastonbury. Woody Scott said his farm lost their entire peach crop during that February freeze. Peaches bud the previous year, and temperatures below a certain...
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Lamont seeks federal disaster declaration for flooded farmers
Gov. Ned Lamont Monday submitted a request for a federal disaster declaration to help Connecticut farms hit hard by flooding this month.
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Farmers cope with crop losses due to flooding
Connecticut farmers have lost thousands of acres of crops in flood waters this month and that may mean high prices for local produce for customers.
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Connecticut farmers cope with crop losses due to flooding
Connecticut farmers continue to grapple with crop losses due to flooding in the Connecticut River and heavy rainfall. “This year, 2023 for crop season is over,” said Lisa Gilbert with Gilbert Farm in Rocky Hill. Fields she grows in haven’t been accessible in over 10 days due to the swollen Connecticut River. They have some crops they can rely on…
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Governor Seeks Agriculture Disaster Declaration From Federal Government
After a brief cold snap earlier this month that led to extensive crop damage, Governor Lamont is requesting an agriculture disaster declaration from the federal government. If approved, the declaration could help farmers qualify for emergency assistance. Meteorological Summer begins June 1, but it was only a few weeks ago that it felt like winter in Connecticut. On May 18, overnight…
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Lamont Ask Feds For Help For CT Farmers After May Hard Freeze
Gov. Ned Lamont has asked the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture to declare a disaster related to a hard freeze May 18 that caused significant damage to crops on farms across Connecticut.
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New Website to Provide Support for Connecticut Farmers
The Connecticut Department of Agriculture is launching a new website to provide mental health resources to the state’s farming community. The new website features a variety of mental health resources for those working in the agricultural industry, including a free and confidential crisis and support line that’s staffed by agricultural specialists. Anyone can call or text the AgriStress Helpline...
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Connecticut Farmers Share Top Priorities for Farm Bill
Farmers from across Connecticut shared their top priorities and concerns with Senator Chris Murphy Friday.
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Connecticut Farmers Share Top Priorities for Farm Bill
Farmers from across Connecticut shared their top priorities and concerns with Senator Chris Murphy Friday. Murphy hosted the listening session to hear from farmers as Congress begins the process of reauthorizing the Farm Bill. “The Farm Bill is passed by congress every five years. It authorizes all of the programs that keep our farms alive, that help beginning farms thrive,…
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Community Steps Up to Help Beloved Family Farm in Watertown
People in Watertown are stepping up just two days after a fire destroyed an essential part of a family’s farm – the repair shop. The farm is called Young’s Longrange Farm LLC, and it’s a fourth generation owned and operated farm offering fresh produce and seasonal items. Lawrence Crimmins, who says the Youngs have been mentors since he purchased the...
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More Conn. Farmers Could Soon be Eligible for Aid Due to Drought
Gov. Ned Lamont has requested disaster declarations be approved for Litchfield and New Haven counties due to the difficulty for agricultural producers faced with the ongoing drought. The governor submitted a request to the U.S. Department of Agriculture on Monday, asking for the approval of primary natural disaster declarations. In his request, Lamont cites the high drought level for...
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Conn. Farmers Can Now Apply for Aid Due to Drought
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that businesses impacted by the ongoing drought in Connecticut can now apply for aid. Farmers in New London, Windham, Hartford, Middlesex and Tolland counties can apply for the Economic Injury Disaster loan. The U.S. secretary of agriculture recently issued a disaster declaration, which is aimed at helping farmers recover from damages...
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Worsening Drought Is Ruining Farmers' Crops
Farmers’ crops are being hit hard by worsening drought conditions. Connecticut is attempting to assist farmers with financials.
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Eastern Conn. Farmers Feeling Effects of Drought Conditions
Connecticut’s Interagency Drought Workgroup issued a Stage 1 notice for New London and Windham counties, giving a heads up for the possibility of a developing drought. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, most of eastern Connecticut is experiencing moderate drought conditions right now. Parts of Middlesex, New Haven, Hartford and Litchfield counties are facing abnormally dry conditions. Rich Campbell...
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Eastern Conn. Farmers Feeling Effects of Drought Conditions
Connecticut’s Interagency Drought Workgroup issued a Stage 1 notice for New London and Windham Counties, giving a heads up for the possibility of a developing drought.
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Program May Help CT Farmers With Rising Inflation Costs
The state is letting farmers know about tax exemption permits that could help them offset some rising costs due to inflation.