Hurricane Relief Funding Available for Georgia Producers

The Georgia Department of Agriculture has opened a Hurricane Relief Block Grant Program, providing significant funding to assist producers with recovery. This program includes poultry operations and may apply to many of our gamebird producers.

Key Details:

• Application Period: March 16, 2026 – April 27, 2026
• Apply Online: https://agr.georgia.gov/hurricane-helene-block-grant
• Georgia Department of Agriculture Phone: (404) 656-3600

Coverage May Include:

• Loss of birds (including quail, pheasant, chukar, etc.)
• Damage to pens, flight pens, and facilities
• Feed losses
• Production interruptions

In addition to the state program, the USDA offers disaster assistance programs that may provide further support, including:

• Livestock Indemnity Program – for death losses
• Emergency Assistance for Livestock – feed and operational losses
• Emergency Loans – for rebuilding and recovery

USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA):

• Find Your Local Office: https://offices.sc.egov.usda.gov/locator/app
• General USDA Assistance Line: (877) 508-8364

Important:
If you experienced any storm-related losses, you are strongly encouraged to:

1. Apply for the Georgia Block Grant before the April 27 deadline
2. Contact your local USDA FSA office to report losses and explore additional assistance

Timely action and proper documentation (photos, records, receipts) are critical to qualifying for these programs.

If you believe you may qualify, don’t delay in beginning the application process.