Ag producers can get USDA emergency loans
The recent presidential disaster declaration for much of the Texas Hill Country following severe weather over the Fourth of July weekend opened up emergency loans to ranchers and farmers through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency.
The application deadline is March 13, 2026. Loans can be used for recovery needs, including:
- replacing essential items such as equipment or livestock;
- reorganizing farming operations;
- and refinancing certain debts.
The FSA will review loan applications based on the extent of losses, security available, and repayment ability.
Impacted areas
Primary counties eligible: Llano, McCulloch, and Mason
Contiguous counties also eligible: Blanco, Brown, Burnet, Coleman, Concho, Gillespie, Kimble, Menard and San Saba
Triggering disaster: Severe storms, straight-line winds, and flooding
More resources
On the USDA’s farmers.gov, the Disaster Assistance Discovery Tool, Disaster Assistance-at-a-Glance fact sheet, and Loan Assistance Tool can help agriculture producers determine program or loan options. To file a Notice of Loss or to ask questions about available programs, contact your local USDA Service Center.
FEMA offers assistance programs for individual residents, public groups (including government agencies), and private nonprofit organizations. Find FEMA help at fema.gov/assistance.