Are you facing challenges from extreme weather events such as Hurricane Helene or prolonged drought conditions? These events can result in significant damage to your crops and livestock. This page offers a range of disaster relief resources designed specifically for farmers dealing with flood damage or drought.
Flood Resources
If you are a Virginia agricultural producer impacted by Hurricane Helene and need supplies or volunteers, please complete this form.
If you are interested in donating supplies such as hay, feed, and fencing, or volunteering your time to help impacted farmers, please complete this form.
Virginia Cooperative Extension Hurricane Resource Page.
Drought Resources
In our area, many farmers are still facing the detrimental impacts of the drought. Various resources are available to help. Browse the resources below to get connected or download one of our resource guides.
Download the Drought Resource Guide (WV, VA, MD)
- Virginia
- Virginia Department of Environmental Quality - Drought Resources
- Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services - Many Virginia Farmers Continue to Experience Drought Conditions (Press Release)
- Drought.gov - Virginia
- Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services - Hay Clearing House
- West Virginia
Download the West Virginia Drought Resource Guide
- Drought.gov - West Virginia
- Emergency Drought Relief Reimbursement Grant Program - Office of the Governor
- Drought 2024 Resources - WVU Extension
- Quick Guide to Drought Management - WVU Extension
- Drought Resources - WV Department of Agriculture
- Farm Family Wellness Alliance Quick Guide to Drought
Management - WVU Extension
- Additional Drought Resources
- Disaster Assistance Fact Sheet - USDA FSA
- Drought Monitor - University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- USDA Farmers.gov - Drought protection and recovery
- USDA FSA - Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program
- USDA Risk Management Agency
- National Drought Mitigation Center - During Drought
- National Drought Mitigation Center - Drought Response Strategies
- National Drought Mitigation Center - Education, Planning and Monitoring
Additional Resources
- Recordkeeping
Recordkeeping is a fundamental piece of any operation. It is important to discover which tactics work best for you, so you can stay prepared!
- How to Apply for Disaster Relief Programs
Disasters such as floods and droughts can severely impact your farming operation. Here is a simple guide to help you navigate disaster relief programs.
- Knowledge Center Member Portal
Members of Farm Credit of the Virginias have exclusive access to resources within the Member Portal. Connect to resources related to risk management, weather risk, mental health and more. Within the Member Portal, you can access:
- Risk Management Checklists
- Farm Emergency Preparedness Plans
- Crop Insurance Information and Resource Guides
- Heat Stress Resources and Posters
- Mental Health Resource Guide
- and More!
Need assistance logging in? Contact your Farm Credit of the Virginias loan officer or branch office.
- Stress Management
To cope with stress, Farm Credit of the Virginias provides resources through the Member Assistance Program. Learn more about the services included in the program.