What insurance should I purchase for my sustainable farm? How much insurance do I need? The last thing you want is to be stuck with no insurance if a catastrophic incident occurs; even worse is to be stuck with no coverage despite having insurance! This tip sheet discusses risk and return when seeking insurance for…
read moreRunning a farm or ranch operation often requires reliable use of buildings, equipment, vehicles, and supplies that enable dayto-day operations. Should you be protected in the case of damage or loss to these items? This guide will help you answer this question by sharing the fundamentals of how farm property insurance works to help you…
read moreWelcome to the Agricultural Law Section of the Oregon State Bar. The Section provides a supportive forum focusing on the legal needs and issues of importance for attorneys working with the agricultural community throughout Oregon. The lawyers in this group represent farmers, ranchers, owners, and other related parties on legal matters such as business contracts,…
read moreEligibility: Farmers must have an FSA account in order to apply. In order to be eligible, farms must have gotten their food safety certification in the same calendar year they're applying. So you must have your certification in 2025 if you're applying this year. You can also use these funds if you've renewed your certification…
read moreSBA provides low-interest disaster loans to help businesses and homeowners recover from declared disasters. Loans are available for physical damages, mitigation assistance, economic injury disasters, and military reservists. You can apply for a loan by using the tools on the site to search for your area and see if you qualify.
read moreFarm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund (FTCLDF) protects the rights of farmers and consumers to engage in direct commerce through legal representation and policy work. Our members receive help drafting the agreements they need to provide food directly to consumers. We are there for farmers facing inspection and regulatory issues and may provide representation of members facing…
read moreThis online resource, produced by the Niche Meat Processor Assistance Network, is a comprehensive guide to local meat processing for beginning farmers and ranchers. It includes fact sheets and rules sheets for processing, a crash course on small plant economics for livestock producers to consider in making processing decisions, and a short checklist for farmers…
read moreThis article produced by Oregon State University Beef Cattle Sciences outlines and answers some of the most common questions asked about utilizing custom-exempt slaughter and processing facilities in Oregon. It specifically lays out recommendations for beef, pork, lamb, and goat.
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read moreUSDA makes crop and livestock insurance information readily available and accessible by allowing customers to quickly calculate premiums, locate agents, and download files on demand.
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