After the Fire Landowner Financial Assistance

There may be financial programs available to assist landowners after a wildfire. Deadlines vary by program, so review the specific requirements of each. 

USDA Farm Service Agency

Visit the Natural Resources Conservation Service to learn more about support for farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners.

The Emergency Conservation Program provides emergency funding and technical assistance for farmers and ranchers to rehabilitate farmland damaged by natural disasters and funding for carrying out emergency water conservation measures in periods of severe drought. 

The Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-raised Fish (ELAP) provides emergency assistance to eligible producers that have losses due to wildfires and other conditions.   

The Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP) helps owners of non-industrial private forests in restoring forests that have been damaged by natural disasters.  

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service

NRCS programs assist landowners to conserve, protect, and enhance natural resources on private lands; to reduce soil erosion; enhance water quality and quantity; increase wildlife habitat; and assist with recovery actions due to natural disasters. 

Environmental Quality Incentives Program is a conservation program that provides financial and technical assistance to farmers and ranchers who face threats to soil, water, air, and related natural resources on their land.