USDA Designates 7 Maine Counties as Drought Disaster Areas

Feds declare drought a natural disaster in much of Maine, unlocking relief

The USDA's designation unlocks drought relief for farmers, businesses and nonprofits throughout most of Maine.

USDA designates 7 Maine counties as drought disaster areas

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated seven Maine counties as natural disaster areas because of drought, making eligible farmers able to apply for emergency loans through June 21, 2027.

Maine drought prompts low-interest disaster loans to small businesses

The U.S. Small Business Administration offers low-interest disaster loans of up to $2 million to Maine's small businesses affected by a prolonged drought.

USDA offers disaster assistance to agricultural producers in Maine impacted by drought

USDA offers disaster assistance to agricultural producers in Maine impacted by drought sthompson Mon, 11/02/2026

Feds declare drought a natural disaster in much of Maine, unlocking relief in 14 counties

The USDA designated much of the state a disaster area last year due to the drought, making similar forms of relief available.