New Relief Funding for Timber Landowners Impacted by Hurricane Helene

Raleigh -- April 16, 2026: Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler has announced that the final category of the $221 million USDA block grant for Hurricane Helene recovery will begin accepting applications on April 20, 2026.The Timber Loss Relief Program (TLRP) is specifically designed to assist private landowners who suffered moderate to catastrophic timber damage. This program marks the last of four assistance categories provided through the federal block grant.Key Program DetailsThe TLRP is