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So many ways to pay!
NAU Country offers online bill pay, payment by phone, paperless billing, paying bills by mail, and other convenient options for farmer premium payments. Learn more and access our helpful resources, including several Tips and Tricks through the Portal. Please review at your convenience for detailed step-by-step instructions to help answer any questions. August 25, 2025 -
Enter the 2026 NAU Country Photo Calendar Contest
*** THE CONTEST AND VOTING ARE NOW CLOSED - THANK YOU FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION! *** We're calling on NAU Country Agents, Farmers, Ranchers, Producers, Employees, and Friends to share your best farm and ranch photos! Submit your entries by Monday, September 8, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (CDT) for a chance to be featured in our upcoming calendar. Voting Begins: Monday, September 8, 2025. Voting Ends: Monday, September 15, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (CDT). August 19, 2025 -
USDA to Issue One-Time Mandated ADD PAY II Payment to Approved Insurance Providers
The USDA and Risk Management Agency (RMA) recently announced a one-time Congressionally mandated payment to Approved Insurance Providers (AIPs) administering eligible crop insurance contracts for 2022 and 2024 reinsurance year specialty crops through the Additional Payment Program II (ADD PAY II). August 13, 2025
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USDA Expands, Improves Crop Insurance Program for Producers Using Controlled Environments
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is expanding the Controlled Environment pilot crop insurance program to an additional 48 counties in 17 states for 2026 and succeeding crop years. March 11, 2025 -
NAU Country Celebrates FFA Week - February 15-22, 2025
NAU Country and the QBE Foundation proudly support National FFA Week (February 15-22, 2025)! Our partnership and sponsorship with the National FFA Foundation help set future farmers up for success. Plus, mark your calendars for Give FFA Day on Thursday, February 20, 2025! February 14, 2025 -
USDA Announces 2025 Enrollment Periods for Crop and Dairy Safety-Net Programs
The USDA recently announced 2025 enrollment periods for crop and dairy safety-net programs where producers can enroll in the 2025 Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs beginning January 21, 2025, and Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) beginning January 29, 2025. January 21, 2025 -
Help Your Farmers Be More Profitable!
At NAU Country, we are committed to empowering agents and farmers with tools to navigate market fluctuations and maximize profitability. Our offerings include the Opening Bell morning call, The Market Report emails, The afterMATH webinars, and The Thinking Cap videos, your go-to resources for staying informed on market tools and trends. December 18, 2024 -
Keep Food Safety in Mind this Thanksgiving
Turkey is the most popular dish during Thanksgiving celebrations, yet there are many inexperienced cooks who will be in the kitchen. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is encouraging consumers to practice food safety throughout the entire Thanksgiving process, from the grocery store to the dining table. November 27, 2024 -
Affordable and Accessible Updates to the Enhanced Coverage Option (ECO)
NAU Country is proud to announce exciting updates to the Enhanced Coverage Option (ECO) endorsement! Initiated by NAU Country in collaboration with agent and producer groups, ECO addresses the challenges faced by farmers amid rising costs and declining commodity prices, ECO now offers improved affordability and accessibility. November 13, 2024 -
USDA Announces Changes to Enhanced Coverage Option Insurance Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced changes to the Enhanced Coverage Option (ECO) beginning with the 2025 crop year. USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) is expanding coverage options to additional crops as well as increasing premium support to make the policy more affordable for producers. July 30, 2024 -
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USDA Announces August 14 Application Deadline for Emergency Relief Program Assistance for Commodity and Specialty Crop Producers Impacted by 2022 Natural Disasters
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the deadline for commodity and specialty crop producers to apply for the Emergency Relief Program (ERP) for 2022 natural disaster losses is Aug. 14, 2024. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) began accepting ERP 2022 applications in October 2023. July 23, 2024 -
President's Budget Confirms Crop Insurance Essential to Farm Safety Net
On March 11, President Joe Biden released a proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 budget that fully funds the Federal crop insurance program. The budget states that the “administration supports improvements to crop insurance, proactively managing risk from natural hazards, including the permanent authorization of the cover crop incentive program.” March 15, 2024 -
USDA Expands Insurance Option for Nursery Growers to All States
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is expanding crop insurance tailored for nursery producers to all counties in all states. Nursery Value Select (NVS) is a pilot program that enables nursery producers to select the dollar amount of coverage that best fits their risk management needs. Its expansion is part of USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) efforts to provide insurance options for a broader group of producers, including specialty crop producers. March 08, 2024