SYRACUSE, NY — Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) is a risk-management tool offered by the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA). NAP provides financial assistance to producers of noninsurable crops when low yields, loss of inventory, or prevented planting occur due to natural disasters. “The 2014 Farm Bill expanded the NAP program and made it a great tool for New York producers to manage their risk,” said James Barber, the New York State Executive Director of FSA.

The deadline for NAP on most spring-planted crops is March 15, including beans, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cantaloupe, carrots, cauliflower, celery, cucumbers, eggplant, hops, artichokes, kohlrabi, peas, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, squash, tomatoes and watermelons, as well as several other crops.

NAP covers losses from natural adversities such as drought, freeze, hail, excessive wind and excessive moisture on crops. For more information on NAP, service fees, premiums and sales deadlines, contact your local FSA office or visit www.fsa.usda.gov/nap. To find a local FSA office, visit offices.usda.gov or call 315/477-6309.