Are you facing challenges from extreme weather events or prolonged drought conditions? These events can result in significant damage to your crops and livestock. This page offers disaster relief resources designed specifically for farmers dealing with extreme winter weather and drought.
Flood Resources
- Maryland
Floods and Flood Relief Assistance - Maryland.gov
Flood Recovery Resources - University of Maryland Extension
FEMA - Maryland
- Virginia
Flood Resilience Planning Resources
Virginia Flood Protection Master Plan
Virginia Flood Resources & Help
FEMA - Virginia
- West Virginia
Governor Morrisey Declares State of Emergency for All 55 Counties Due to Severe Weather - Governor.WV.gov
Find An Open Shelter and Other Services - Red Cross
West Virginia Emergency Management
FEMA - West Virginia
WVU Center for Community Engagement Dollars for Disaster
Forage and Livestock Management Post-Flooding - WVU Forage Extension
- Additional Resources
Flood and Excessive Moisture resources - USDA
- Recovery on Your Operation
- Protect Your Operation
- Assistance for Communities
- Reporting Losses and Submitting Applications
- Documenting Severe Weather Events
- Resources
Drought Resources
Download the Drought Resource Guide
- Virginia
- Drought.gov - Virginia
- Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services - Hay Clearing House
- Virginia Department of Environmental Quality - Drought Resources
- West Virginia
- Drought.gov - West Virginia
- Drought Resources - WV Department of Agriculture
- Farm Family Wellness Alliance Quick Guide to Drought
Management - WVU Extension - Quick Guide to Drought Management - WVU Extension
- Additional Drought Resources
- Drought Monitor - University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- USDA Farmers.gov - Drought protection and recovery
- USDA FSA - Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program
- USDA Risk Management Agency
Extreme Winter Weather Resources
- Maryland
Maryland Department of Human Service
- Weathering Tough Times
- Virginia
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration - Winter Driving Tips
- VirginiaEmergency.gov
- Virginia Department of Transportation
- West Virginia
West Virginia Congressman Riley Moore Winter Storm Information
- Access organizations that provide non-federal assistance or services to constituents residing in the 2nd Congressional District of West Virginia.
- Additional Winter Weather Resources
Knowledge Center Digital Resource Hub
Ready.gov - FEMA's Ready Campaign
- Winter weather preparation, staying safe, generator safety and additional information
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 Digital Resource Hub
Members of Farm Credit of the Virginias have exclusive access to resources within the Digital Resource Hub. Connect to resources related to risk management, weather risk, mental health and more. Within the Hub, 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!
Access the Digital Resource Hub
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 rural well-being resources. Learn more about the services below: