The U.S. Department of Agriculture has elevated the drought status of areas within the Cherokee Nation to extreme this week, meaning local farmers and ranchers now qualify for relief funds.
Those with livestock and crops can apply for emergency disaster loans. This is the fourth driest period in northeast Oklahoma since 1921.
The Oklahoma Climatological Survey says the area is approximately 3 inches of rain below normal.
Oklahoma has one of the lowest livestock herds in the state’s history, as owners are forced to sell livestock because of little or no grass or winter hay for cattle. This trend will eventually lead to an increase of beef prices at the grocery store.
Information on applying for disaster loans: Pat Gwin, (918) 453-5704.
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July 31, 2012
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