The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently announced August 14, 2024, as the deadline for commodity and specialty crop producers that suffered losses as a result of a 2022 natural disaster to apply for the Emergency Relief Program (ERP). An estimated $3.2 billion in funding was allocated by Congress to cover an estimated $10 billion in uncovered crop losses.
5 Important Points to Know When Applying:
- ERP 2022 is a revenue program that covers revenue losses exceeding 30% for crops, trees, bushes and vines due to qualifying 2022 calendar year natural disaster events.
- The 2022 ERP payment calculation includes a progressive payment factor.
- All producers must have all eligibility forms filed with the Farm Service Agency (FSA) by October 14.
- Form FSA-510, a request for an exception to the $125k payment limitation, is only needed if calculated payments for a person or legal entity exceed the $125k payment limitation.
- The $900,000 Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) regulations do not apply to ERP.
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Pinion’s experienced Farm Program Services Team has a thorough understanding of Farm Service Agency programs and Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) regulations that are critical in determining eligibility for various agricultural programs. While AGI and emergency relief application processes may seem straightforward, they involve complexities that require careful consideration of various factors contained in the USDA regulations.
Contact our team of experts for assistance with Farm Service Agency eligibility, compliance, and program participation.
