USDA: Much of Nevada designated drought disaster areas
Carson City, Douglas and Lyon counties are among 12 that have been designated as primary natural disaster areas because of the ongoing drought, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced this week.
“Our hearts go out to those Nevada farmers and ranchers affected by recent natural disasters,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “President Obama and I are committed to ensuring that agriculture remains a bright spot in our nation’s economy by sustaining the successes of America’s farmers, ranchers, and rural communities through these difficult times. We’re also telling Nevada producers that USDA stands with you and your communities when severe weather and natural disasters threaten to disrupt your livelihood.”
The Nevada counties are Churchill, Humboldt, Nye, Clark, Lander, Pershing, Douglas, Lyon, Washoe, Esmeralda, Mineral and Carson City. Go here to see the latest drought designation map.
Farmers and ranchers in Elko, Eureka, Lincoln, Storey and White Pine counties in Nevada also qualify for natural disaster assistance because their counties are contiguous.