"Crop losses are acres that were timely planted with the intent to harvest, but the crop failed and could not be harvested because of a disaster related condition," said Lindsey. "In order to meet FSA program eligibility requirements, producers must report crop losses to the Fannin County FSA office within 15 days of the disaster occurrence or when the loss first becomes apparent," she said.

Producers who have NAP coverage will be required to report crop losses on an FSA form CCC-576 - "Notice of Loss and Application for Payment Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program."

According to Lindsey, it is important that producers file accurate and timely reports before the crop is destroyed to prevent the potential loss of FSA program benefits.

Failed acreage reports allow the Agency to maintain an accurate record to report how many acres of each crop were destroyed or damaged by a disaster event. This information is used to determine county and state eligibility for programs like the Average Crop Revenue Election (ACRE) program, as well as future federal farm programs as legislated by Congress. Acreage reports are also used by other federal and state agencies.

For questions regarding crop losses, please contact the Fannin County FSA office at 903-583-9513.