Farmers effected by dry conditions in 2023 can now receive federal aid to offset losses .
   Governor Tate Reeves announced that DeSoto County , along with the rest of Mississippi , has been designated disaster areas due to the 2023 drought .
   The disaster designation makes farm operators in DeSoto County , and across the state , eligible for consideration for Federal Aid that assists with material losses caused by the drought . This includes: dead crops , reduced yields , or heightened costs to maintain those plants .
   The Farm Service Agency Emergency Local Assistance is in the form of loans . The number to call is ( 662 ) 560 - 9001 Ext 2 .
   Farmers have 8 months to apply for assistance .

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