COVID-19 Viticulture Update 06/05/2020
New Today:
Government Resources:
- USDA has announced crops that will be eligible for assistance through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP).
- For farmers who have received PPP and EIDL funds through the CARES Act, knowing how to use them in tandem is important. Find information here.
Webinar:
- June 16 @ 11 a.m.: Managing Spotted Wing Drosophila.
Surveys:
- WineAmerica is trying to assess the impact of COVID-19 for the month of May (from May 1 to May 31) to share with congress as a part of their effort for increased aid for the wine industry. This survey requires a quick response, please complete the survey by close of business this Friday, June 5. Survey Link
- First Peak: How Did COVID-19 Impact NC Agriculture in April 2020? See survey results
Daily COVID-19 Update as of 6/5/2020:
- North Carolina (12:15 p.m. EST): 33,255 confirmed positive/ 1,263 deaths
- USA: (7:33 p.m. EST): 1,894,753 positive/ 109,042 deaths
- World (7:33 p.m. EST): 6,724,516 positive/ 394,018 deaths
Other Helpful Resources:
COVID-19: Farming Resources, NC State Extension
Food Safety, NC State Extension
COVID-19 Resources and Information, NC State Extension
NC Muscadine Grower Association COVID-19 Resource Page
NC Wine Database for NC Wineries. Please enter your information
This post was created by Emma Volk and Mark Hoffmann
