USDA to offer extension to removing hay bales on CRP land

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirms to North Dakota Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak producers can request an extension to the 15-day limit to remove hay bales on Conservation Reserve Program land by contacting their Farm Service Agency office.

Fedorchak made the request after meeting with farmers and ranchers in Dickinson last week.

“This is perfect example of a timeline established in Washington that doesn’t make sense in the field. The last thing farmers need in the middle of harvest is a short, arbitrary timeline squeezing them,” Fedorchak said. “I’m grateful for the producers who shared this feedback at my roundtable and I appreciate Secretary Rollins and USDA for listening and responding so quickly. I encourage any producer who needs additional time to contact their local county office and request an extension.”