The GDA has lengthened the enrollment period for the Farm Recovery Block Grant. We now have till April 30th, 2020 to complete the online application. For more info, please visit: farmrecovery.com.
An update from Commissioner Black in reference to Governor Kemp’s shelter-in-place order and what is means for Ag Business activities:
“As directed by Governor Kemp, a statewide Shelter in Place Order will commence tonight, April 3, 2020.
The Federal list of Critical Infrastructure business activities is included in the Order. Many Georgia Department of Agriculture regulated establishments and industry activities are included. No letter of acknowledgement or authorization is required for qualified businesses to operate or travel. The Order does recommend 16 public health related best management practices.
The Order exclusively designates the Georgia Department of Economic Development as the sole arbiter regarding qualification of Essential Businesses. Please direct questions regarding qualifications to the Georgia Department of Economic Development at 1-404-962-4000. Your Georgia Department of Agriculture team stands ready to assist you during these challenging times. Direct any regulatory inquiry through the normal channels and visit our COVID-19 webpage. We are working daily.
Keep your family safe. Please obey these directions. God bless.”
Lastly, UGA Extension has moved to all county offices operating 100% through teleworking. This means the Crisp Co office will no longer be servicing the general public at the office as of Monday, April 6th.
That said, I will still be available to answer grower and homeowner questions via phone and will continue to conduct on-site consultations on a case-by-case basis.
Please reach out to me (229-417-7062) with any questions, comments, and/or concerns. This is a fluid situation that is changing daily and I appreciate everyone’s patience. Everyones’ health and well-being is my top priority.
Please be safe everybody.
Best Wishes,
Joshua Grant
