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Do you grow specialty crops? Learn about the risk management options available to specialty crop growers, including individual crop insurance programs and other options that provide coverage for many crops under one program: farmers.gov/blog/ask-expert-…
The final date for agricultural producers to apply for or make changes to their existing crop insurance coverage is quickly approaching. Sales closing dates vary by crop and location, but the next major dates are Nov. 20, Nov. 30, Dec. 1 and Jan. 31. rma.usda.gov/news-events/new…
Associate Administrator Ken Selzer recently provided an RMA update to members of the American Association of Crop Insurers’ Seeding the Future Leadership Program. Through this program, members learn various aspects of advocacy to become the next generation of industry leaders.
Administrator Pat Swanson toured Milk Made Dairy, a third-generation California operation, and discussed their participation in RMA's livestock insurance programs. Livestock insurance programs are available in all states and counties: rma.usda.gov/policy-procedur…
Were you impacted by Hurricane Isaias? USDA offers several options to offset losses and help get you back on your feet. Reach out to your crop insurance agent to file a Notice of Loss if you have Federal crop insurance and experienced an eligible loss. farmers.gov/protection-recov…
Amy Cook is a farmer in Tularosa, New Mexico, where she carries crop insurance coverage for her pecan and pistachio operation. Having crop insurance gives Amy peace of mind to plan for the future, thanks to the certainty it offers when disaster strikes. youtu.be/47nDe224Oz8?si=VZKw…
Beginning with the 2027 crop year, organic cranberry and stonefruit producers can select Enterprise Units and Optional Units by organic practice, giving growers the same unit structure flexibility already available to conventional producers. rma.usda.gov/news-events/new…
RMA Administrator Pat Swanson and staff toured olive, almond, winegrape, rice and pistachio operations in Northern California to learn more about their industries and gain insight on their specific risk management needs.
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🚨 Producers and residents in the path of Hurricane Isaias should prepare now. Be sure to follow food safety guidance and protect your pets and livestock.
USDA has programs that provide assistance in the wake of disasters. Our staff in regional, state, and county offices stand ready to assist as conditions develop and to support recovery. usda.gov/about-usda/news/pre…
RMA is enhancing Federal crop insurance options for grape producers in Michigan and Ohio, expanding coverage to additional counties across both states and allowing producers to receive variety-specific pricing and optional units. rma.usda.gov/news-events/new…
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RMA Administrator Pat Swanson spoke at the @CIPAToday Fall Meeting in California this week and met with crop insurance professionals from across the nation to discuss USDA’s ongoing efforts to improve the Federal crop insurance program for America's farmers and ranchers. 🇺🇸
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Risk Management Agency retweeted
If you're in the path of Hurricane #Isaias, now is the time to prepare. ⛈️
Taking a few simple steps now can help protect your farms, families, pets, and food supplies when severe weather strikes.
🔗 For more resources, visit usda.gov/disaster.
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Whole-Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) provides a risk management safety net for all commodities on the farm under one insurance policy and is available in all counties nationwide. Learn how it works in this video: youtu.be/c2rWNTK01H8
In response to grower and industry feedback, we've extended the end of insurance date for lemons grown in Monterey County, CA, beginning with the 2028 crop year. 🍋 Interested growers: contact a crop insurance agent before the Nov. 20 sales closing date. rma.usda.gov/news-events/new…
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While in Maine, RMA Administrator Pat Swanson and FPAC Under Secretary Richard Fordyce had the opportunity to learn about the lobstering process firsthand, from harvesting on a commercial lobster boat to storage and sales at the Greenhead Lobster Buying Station.
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Last week, RMA Administrator Pat Swanson and FPAC Under Secretary Richard Fordyce met with several lobsterman associations in Stonington, Maine, the state’s largest lobster port, to discuss potential crop insurance options for the lobster industry.
Ben Clark, owner of Clarkdale Farms in Massachusetts, lost his entire peach crop in 2023 due to warm days in January followed by subzero temperatures in February. Having crop insurance helped offset his losses and get the farm through the rest of the year.
Are you returning home to your family farm or starting your own after military service? RMA supports veterans by providing crop insurance benefits designed to help you protect your farm or ranch. Learn more: rma.usda.gov/about-crop-insu…
RMA recently expanded insured causes of loss through the grapevine insurance program. Eligible producers interested in purchasing coverage should contact a crop insurance agent before the sales closing date, Nov. 1, 2026. rma.usda.gov/news-events/new…
While sales closing dates vary by crop and location, Sept. 30 is a major sales closing date for fall-planted crops in many parts of the country. Contact your crop insurance agent to learn specific details and lock in coverage. rma.usda.gov/news-events/new…
