Saskatchewan announces assistance for livestock producers impacted by the severe spring storms

After dealing with two severe spring storms livestock producers in the extreme southeast are evaluating their potential for flooding and may need to move livestock, feed supplies, and equipment to higher ground.

Today the Provincial government announced assistance is available for eligible livestock producers through the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program or PDAP.

Local R-M's must request designation through the PDAP office to initiate assistance.

Producers in areas designated as eligible for assistance can then make claims for livestock loss, provided no other insurance or program coverage for loss is available.

Compensation for livestock losses will be calculated using the rates under the Wildlife Damage Compensation and Livestock Predation Program.

Livestock losses have been reported in several RM's in the southeast due to the recent spring storms.

Livestock producers are being encouraged to take photos/videos and document all livestock losses due to these extreme weather events.

The Emergency Flood Damage Reduction Program (EFDRP) is also available to assist residents and communities responding to flood-related challenges.