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"Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP)" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP) is sponsored by USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA). EFRP provides financial assistance to help landowners restore forest land damaged by natural disasters, including southern pine beetle infestations. Approved practices can include softwood forest restoration.
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Reports * Financial Management Information * Acreage Crop Reporting Streamlining Initiative (ACRSI) # Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP) The Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP), administered by the Farm Service Agency (FSA), helps non-industrial private forestland owners recover from natural disasters such as wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes, windstorms, ice storms, floods, and other qualifying events.
EFRP provides funding and technical support for approved conservation practices that restore forest health, mitigate further damage, and promote sustainable forest management. Eligible applicants include owners of non-industrial private forest land that has suffered damage due to natural disasters. The damage must significantly impair the land’s productivity or pose a threat to forest health.
Applications are accepted following a natural disaster event. Forestland owners should apply as soon as possible after the disaster occurs to ensure timely assistance. To apply for the Emergency Forest Restoration Program, forestland owners must submit a request for assistance to their local FSA office.
The application process includes an assessment of the damage, documentation of the disaster impact, and a description of the proposed conservation measures. Detailed enrollment instructions and deadlines are available through the local FSA office. * Removing debris from forestland.
* Site preparation for natural regeneration or tree planting. * Tree planting and forest stand improvement. * Restoring forestland roads and stream crossings.
* Implementing other practices that mitigate disaster impact and promote forest recovery. * Payment Rates: EFRP provides cost-share assistance of up to 75% of the cost of approved conservation practices.. * Funding: The availability of EFRP funds is subject to annual appropriations and is provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Funding priorities may be established based on the severity of the disaster and the extent of the damage. **Additional EFRP Benefits** * Environmental Restoration: EFRP supports the restoration of forest health and productivity, enhancing ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration, water quality, and wildlife habitat.
* Sustainable Forest Management: By encouraging the implementation of best management practices, EFRP promotes the long-term sustainability and resilience of forestlands. * Economic Stability: EFRP helps forestland owners recover from the financial impact of natural disasters, supporting the economic stability of rural communities.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants must complete restoration to meet technical standards established through FSA by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service or the state forestry agency, and document all costs. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows cost-share is reimbursed for up to 75% of the lesser of the actual costs incurred or allowable cost after a restoration activity is complete. Maximum cost share is $500,000 per entity, per natural disaster event. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was June 12, 2025, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP) is funded by USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Emergency Conservation Program (ECP) is sponsored by USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA). The ECP provides funding and technical assistance to farmers and ranchers to restore farmland damaged by natural disasters and for emergency water conservation measures in severe droughts. This could be relevant for repairing fences or ponds damaged by natural disasters.
Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) is sponsored by USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA). The SDRP offers disaster assistance to agricultural producers. While specific details on cattle ranching impact would need to be verified, FSA programs generally include emergency relief and restoration for livestock and grazing land in the case of natural disasters.
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