Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP)
USDA FSA
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Funding Amount
Up to 60% of monthly feed cost
Default Deadline
Rolling / Open year-round
About This Program
Payments for grazing losses due to drought or fire on federally managed land.
Who's Eligible
- ✓ Livestock producers affected by qualifying drought or fire
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