State Senator Carla Nelson (R-Rochester) today issued the following statement regarding news that local Farm Service Agency offices have reopened despite the federal government shutdown.

“It’s such great news that FSA offices are open again. It means that farmers and ranchers can finally get help with the challenges they are facing, including loans, crop insurance, and other aid they need to keep going. With harvest season upon us, time is especially critical. While I hope U.S. Congressional Democrats will agree to end the shutdown as soon as possible, FSA offices reopening will at least give ag families some breathing room. 

“I would encourage people to call or visit your local FSA office to see what help is available and when they’re open. Please remember they don’t have a lot of staff so you might need to wait a bit, but it’s still a big step in the right direction.”

These FSA offices serve Dodge and Olmsted Counties:

DODGE COUNTY FARM SERVICE AGENCY
916 2nd Street NE
Dodge Center, 55927
507-374-6364 ext 2

OLMSTED COUNTY FARM SERVICE AGENCY
3555 9th Street NW
Rochester, 55901
507-282-6153 ext 2

More information can be found at https://www.fsa.usda.gov/state-offices/minnesota.