USDA declares all Mo. counties as disaster areas due to drought

Wednesday, July 18, 2012

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Farmers throughout Missouri affected by the heat and drought that has gripped the state will now have access to low-interest loans and other assistance from the federal government, Gov. Jay Nixon said today. U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Vilsack has designated all 114 counties as primary natural disaster areas, following a request by the Governor. USDA today announced the designation of 97 additional counties, in addition to the 17 counties previously announced. Because it is contiguous to St. Louis County, the City of St. Louis also is included in the designation.

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