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American Association of Crop Insurers (AACI) Newsletter - September 13, 2019
Click here to read the September 13, 2019, AACI Newsletter including general updates, 2019 Prevented Plant and the August WASDE report, updates on the MFP 2.0 payments from the USDA, Hemp 2020 announcements from RMA, WFRP Policy changes, details on disaster aid, and a save the date for the AACI annual fall fly in. You don't want to miss this edition. Read more! September 16, 2019 -
2020 Pasture, Rangeland, Forage Modifications
The Risk Management Agency (RMA) has 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
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2017 Ag Census: Demographic, Acre and Production Trends
The USDA released 6.4 million new data points about America’s farms and producers. The 2017 Census of Agriculture shows both farm numbers and land in farms have slightly declined since the last Census, which was released in 2012. May 21, 2019 -
Against All Odds: Farmer Survives Epic Ordeal
Sampson Parker’s story of how he survived an accident on his farm in Kershaw County, SC, is not for the faint of heart. His inner strength and faith, and the heroes that helped him on that fateful day, make this a tale that shows that the spirit of the American Farmer cannot be broken. May 16, 2019 -
American Association of Crop Insurers (AACI) Newsletter - May 3, 2019
Keep informed on the latest AACI updates in their weekly newsletter. Note: AACI content can only be accessed through the Agent Portal. Click on the link to login, and view the AACI Newsletter PDF. May 03, 2019 -
NAU Country's New EASYmapping® system is here!
Wherever you're located, whatever you're producing, we provide the best view of your operation. As the crop insurance industry and our agent's need continue to evolve, so has EASYmapping. From the core functionality, to the look and feel, to some very exciting enhancements and features, EASYmapping has been completely re-envisioned. May 03, 2019 -
New Podcast Brings Farm Policy to Public, Congress
A monthly podcast from Farm Policy Facts will focus on a range of policy issues that are important to American farmers. Check out the latest podcast called Groundwork at farmpolicyfacts.org. May 02, 2019 -
American Association of Crop Insurers (AACI) Newsletter - April 12, 2019
Keep informed on the latest AACI updates in their weekly newsletter. Note: AACI content can only be accessed through the Agent Portal. Click on the link to login, and view the AACI Newsletter PDF. April 12, 2019 -
The 2017 Census of Agriculture - Now available
The 2017 Census of Agriculture was officially released by the USDA today. April 11, 2019 -
Field Insights™ is there for you
With a new planting season coming up, one of the toughest factors to account for is the weather and the impacts it takes on your policyholder’s fields. Unfortunately, we can’t control what Mother Nature throws our way, but with Field Insights, we can assist your policyholders on making educated decisions for each individual field, giving them the most efficient and successful farming operation possible. April 08, 2019 -
Crop Insurance Wins Wide Support on Capitol Hill and In Countryside
Federal crop insurance and the critical role it serves as part of the farm safety net unexpectedly took center stage at a recent Senate Finance hearing with the United States Trade Representative, Robert Lighthizer. April 04, 2019 -
Farmers Helped Protect Crop Insurance During 2018 Farm Bill Debate
When farm policy critics predictably suggested that Congress use the 2018 Farm Bill to undermine the critical safety net that crop insurance provides, those who depend on crop insurance were quick to tell Capitol Hill to “do no harm” to this important program. The House Agriculture Committee also heard first-hand from rural Americans, and their message was clear, “The crop insurance system today is working.” March 26, 2019