PARKER, Colo. (RFD News) — USDA has released new guidance on payment limits for the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs.
Farm CPA Paul Neiffer joined us on Thursday’s Market Day Report to discuss USDA’s updated guidance on payment limits and actively engaged farming requirements.
In his conversation with RFD News, Neiffer said USDA has confirmed the ARC and PLC payment limit will be $160,000 for 2025 and $164,000 for 2026.
He said the changes are effective for the 2026 program year, with any required updates needing to be completed by Sept. 15.
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