Those interested in receiving the Farm Service Agency Newsletter or needing more program information may contact Laurie Thiboutot via email at: laurie.thiboutot@me.usda.gov.or marcia.hall@me.usda.gov.

Crop Loss Reports

With the recent cold snap, some may have suffered damages to your crops.  Reporting such losses within in 15 days of recognizing a loss is a requirement if you have NAP or crop insurance.  Regardless of your insurance coverage, notify your FSA field office, which allows for a complete and accurate loss report. Contact Farm Services Agency by calling 207-743-5789 #2 or email laurie.thiboutot@me.usda.gov  or marcia.hall@me.usda.gov.

Looking for Candidates for County Committee

Nominations for candidates to run for the County Committee election will be accepted through August 2, 2010.    For more information contact Marcia Hall at 743-5789 #2 or via email at marcia.hall@me.usda.gov or laurie.thiboutot@me.usda.gov.

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service News

Introducing our new Zone District Conservationist

Lance Gorham,  District Conservationist Lance has a Bachelor Degree in Forestry, Masters Degree in Science and Environmental Law and Doctorates in Environmental Biology, Philosophy and Law.  He has most recently worked with Natural Resources Conservation Service in Vermont.  Lance began his service as the Zone Supervisory District Conservationist in Lewiston December 21, 2009.  The zone includes overseeing the work in Androscoggin, Sagadahoc and Oxford Counties.