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ERP Phase II Announced - USDA Previews Crop and Revenue Loss Assistance for Agriculture Producers
The USDA is preparing to roll out the Emergency Relief Program (ERP) Phase Two as well as the new Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program (PARP), which are two programs to help offset crop and revenue losses for producers. USDA is sharing early information to help producers gather documents and train front-line staff on the new approach. November 15, 2022 -
USDA to Provide up to $20 Million for Construction of On-Farm Grain Storage Facilities in Areas Impacted by Recent Natural Disasters
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the USDA will make available $20 million in cost-share assistance to help agricultural producers in Kentucky, Minnesota, South Dakota and surrounding areas to rebuild storage facilities damaged by devastating natural disaster events in 2021 and 2022. This assistance will help producers who were hard-hit by disasters and are currently struggling with a lack of available grain storage have the resources they need as they head into the 2022 crop harvest. October 13, 2022 -
RMA Offers Virtual Workshops on Improvements to the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection and Micro Farm Insurance Options
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is offering virtual workshops on Oct. 11, Oct. 13, Nov. 15 and Dec. 13 for agricultural producers and stakeholders to learn about the latest updates and improvements to the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) and the Micro Farm insurance options. October 07, 2022
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2020 Pasture, Rangeland, Forage Modifications
The Risk Management Agency (RMA) released changes to the Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage (PRF) Rainfall Index Plan of Insurance for the 2020 crop year via PM-19-049 on August 30, 2019. At NAU Country Insurance Company, it is important to us, that you are aware of the changes. A summary of the 2020 changes are shown below, in addition to resources on quoting, application packets, historical indices, reporting features, processing, and so much more through our systems. September 09, 2019 -
AACI ISSUE Update - USDA Announces Details on Disaster Aid
On Monday, September 9, 2019, the American Association of Crop Insurers (AACI) released the first details of the disaster aid program aimed to assist producers who were impacted by natural disasters in 2018 and 2019, including hurricane Dorian. September 09, 2019 -
2020 Whole Farm Revenue Protection updates
NAU Country has made dedicated efforts in all facets of our team to become the Whole Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) experts, providing you with updates, training, and the most knowledgeable staff in the industry. As we look ahead to 2020 there are many important changes coming. September 09, 2019 -
Crop Insurance Helps Pennsylvania Farmer Manage Risk
National Crop Insurance Services recently visited the Grove City, Pennsylvania, farm of John Ligo to discuss how the farm safety net has helped protect his farm against risk. August 28, 2019 -
House Crop Insurance Caucus Shares Importance of Farm Safety Net
Congressional staff met at Capitol Hill recently for the official launch of the bipartisan House Crop Insurance Caucus, hosted by co-chairs Cheri Bustos (D-IL) and Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA). The House Crop Insurance Caucus will work to share with lawmakers the benefits of crop insurance and demonstrate how this program helps our farmers endure hardship by mitigating their risks. August 22, 2019 -
National Crop Insurance Services Launches New Website to Educate Public, Policymakers on Importance of Crop Insurance
National Crop Insurance Services (NCIS) recently launched their CropInsurance101.org website in an aim to help the public and policymakers learn more about the history and importance of crop insurance. Check it out today! August 19, 2019 -
New soil map layers for Field Insights
Field Insights™ continues to improve and impress! Our flagship farmer tool, Field Insights, has added additional Soil data Map Layers and Soil Components to help your farmers make the best decisions regarding their farm operations. August 13, 2019 -
2020 NCIS Update Highlights
NAU Country is committed to keeping you informed on the crop insurance industry updates from the 2020 National Crop Insurance Services (NCIS) meetings. Find out what changes are coming for the Supplemental Coverage Option, assigned yields, cover crops, Margin Protection, and so much more. August 09, 2019 -
How Does Crop Insurance Impact Your State?
Crop insurance is a cornerstone of U.S. farm policy. But what does that really mean for America’s farmers? To put it all into perspective, National Crop Insurance Services has highlighted the state-by-state impacts of crop insurance. July 30, 2019 -
AACI ISSUE Update - USDA Leaders announce second round of MFP Payments
On Thursday July 25, 2019, the American Association of Crop Insurers (AACI) issued an AACI Issue Update announcing details on the second round of Market Facilitation Program (MFP) payments. July 24, 2019