TNLA IS HERE TO ASSIST YOU THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT PERIOD
TNLA continues the search to expand our efforts, continue to check back as more resources become available.
In response to the winter storm disaster which created widespread damage across our nursery and landscape industry, the Texas Nursery & Landscape Association (TNLA) in partnership with Texas A&M Agrilife Extension have created an official state loss assessment survey. The data is currently being gathered by Texas A&M officials and used to qualify Texas for aid from the federal government. As of May 14, 2021 preliminary data shows that the industry has reported a total of $124.8 Million worth in losses with an average loss of $733,992. Stay tuned as more data is finalized.
Recovery Assistance Resources:
-USDA NRCS FINAL Signup Deadline for Winter Storm Assistance is April 2
-USDA Disaster Relief Programs At A Glance -USDA Winter Storm Disaster Center -USDA Tree Assistance Program (TAP) - Financial Assistance for eligible growers IRS HAS ANNOUNCED RELIEF FROM TAX SCHEDULE
Deadlines are postponed through June 15, 2021. This includes 2020 business returns, normally due on March 15, and individual and business returns normally due on April 15. Find more information visit here. |
TNLA staff is monitoring updates and will push out relevant information to help our entire industry. We are working with our counterparts in other states to make the horticulture industry's voice strong nationally to get the aid we will need. TNLA Members please call Ryan at (512 579-3851) if you have specific questions. Please ACCOUNT and DOCUMENT for the loss as best as possible.
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