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Welcome to the North Carolina Farm Service Agency (FSA) website! We're here to support farmers, ranchers, and foresters with financial aid, technical expertise, and educational resources. Whether you need help with crop insurance, farm loans, or conservation programs, our experienced team is ready to assist you. Explore our website for valuable insights and how we can assist with your agricultural endeavors. Thank you for being dedicated to North Carolina agriculture!Upcoming Important Dates
| ℹ️ This does not include every deadline and only includes federal deadlines. Check with you local USDA Service Center to learn about all available programs, and programs that have local or state level deadlines. To view a schedule of USDA-observed holidays, visit our State Events tab. |
| Oct 31, 2024 | Organic Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP) USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) will accept applications for the Organic Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP) from May 15, 2024, through October 31, 2024. OCCSP provides cost share assistance to producers and handlers of agricultural products who are obtaining or renewing their certification under the National Organic Program (NOP). Learn More About OCCSP ⇒ |
| Nov 29, 2024 | Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP) The Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP) was created to assist certified organic dairy producers facing unique challenges in recent years. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) will accept ODMAP applications from September 30, 2024, through November 29, 2024. To apply, producers should contact FSA at their local USDA Service Center. Learn More About ODMAP ⇒ |
| Jan 31, 2025 |
Food Safety Certification for Specialty Crops Program USDA’s Farm Service Agency’s Food Safety Certification for Specialty Crops Program (FSCSC) assists specialty crop operations that incur eligible on-farm food safety program expenses related to obtaining or renewing a food safety certification in calendar years 2024 and 2025. The deadline to apply for FSCSC assistance for calendar year 2024 is January 31, 2025. Learn More About FSCSC ⇒ |
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