Insurance
Temporary aid is often delayed, uncertain, and repeated assistance may also contribute to higher input costs.
The pilot program is designed to reduce paperwork ahead of the July 15 acreage reporting deadline.
A National Crop Insurance Services analysis highlights the difference between planning ahead and relying on disaster assistance.
USDA Conservation Secretary Richard Fordyce says enhanced risk management tools are helping farmers strengthen their safety net.
For farmers and ranchers, the biggest near-term pieces are in the safety net.
Chip Cortez with Specialty Risk Insurance joins us to discuss farm safety priorities during National Safety Month.
Farm financial stress can affect more than a balance sheet when markets weaken, and costs stay high. A 2026 Southern Extension Committee update says many operations are cutting expenses, restructuring debt, and seeking additional income.
Eligible producers have until July 15 to purchase coverage for the 2027 commodity year.
Prevented planting coverage pays farmers when adverse weather keeps insured crops from being planted.
Kevin Charleston with Specialty Risk Insurance joins us to discuss evolving insurance needs in the dairy sector and strategies to support dairy producers during National Dairy Month.