The USDA is finalizing rules for Covid-19 financial assistance for farmers. In addition to regular FSA programs, the agency will likely play a key roll in any additional disaster assistance due to this pandemic. All producers should be prepared to contact their local Farm Service…
Click here for a fact sheet of tips for self-employed individuals regarding the CARES Act.
The Equine Science Center has created a webpage with a resource list for Covid-19 Equine Related Resources for New Jersey. The page is a compilation of resources that have been made available by groups such as the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, New Jersey Farm…
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that was signed into law last week contains many provisions that may be of great assistance to the agriculture industry. NJFB has summarized to major provisions in this document.
A letter acknowledging that ag employees are part of the critical infrastructure is a available for agricultural employers to provide to their employees. Click here for a copy of this letter.
Produce growers should check out this informative article from the Vegetable Growers News with great tips to minimize COVID-19 risks. Click here for the story.
As farms that market direct to the consumer they can be open. The farm owner/manager sets the conditions for those visits. The order for entertainment and exhibitions, fairs and shows means all events are cancelled! It is recommended for the next 10-14 days that horse…
NJFB staff has compiled a list of resources designed to provide guidance for ag employers to help limit farm employees exposure to COVID-19. Other information included in this document covers the new additional benefits under the recently amended Family Medical Leave Act. Click here for…
The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board today approved a suite of new programs designed to support businesses and workers facing economic hardship due to the outbreak of the novel coronavirus COVID-19. The package of initiatives includes a grant program for small businesses, a zero-interest…
Click here for the latest update on COVID-19 and how it impacts New Jersey’s agricultural businesses.
