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USDA announces CFAP 2 with additional aid to farmers
The USDA announced today up to an additional $14 billion for agricultural producers in a new program titled “CFAP 2”. This expands on the current Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) put in place earlier this year. September 18, 2020 -
AACI Issue Alert - Whole Farm Revenue Protection Improvements
On Wednesday, September 16, 2020, the American Association of Crop Insurers (AACI) issued an AACI Issue Alert regarding USDA's Risk Management Agency (RMA) issuing a press release announcing modifications to the Whole Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) program to decrease paperwork and recordkeeping burdens for direct marketers beginning with the 2021 crop year. Click here for a brief overview of the program changes. September 16, 2020 -
USDA Administrator's Message: Better options for our farmers
In an effort to expand and strengthen coverage through the federal crop insurance program, NAU Country Insurance in conjunction with Watts and Associates has received FCIC board approval of the Enhanced Coverage Option (ECO) which we are certain will benefit our farmers. Read more from RMA Administrator Martin Barbre and learn how NAU Country will bring this exciting new option to the crop insurance industry and the American farmer. September 15, 2020
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AACI ISSUE Update - USDA Releases Details on COVID-19 Relief
On Tuesday, May 19, 2020, the American Association of Crop Insurers (AACI) issued an Issue Alert on details of their Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), which will provide up to $16 billion in direct payments to America's farmers and ranchers impacted by the pandemic. Click here to find the USDA's full press release, including details on how to apply. May 19, 2020 -
USDA / RMA Good Farming Practices notification to AIP's
NAU Country Insurance company and other Approved Insurance Providers (AIP's) were sent a reminder notification from the USDA/RMA to share with Agents on the importance of following good farming practices. A link to the Basic Provisions and Agent locator are included in the memo. May 19, 2020 -
AACI ISSUE Update - House Dems Unveil $3 Trillion COVID-19 Relief Bill
On Wednesday, May 13, 2020, the American Association of Crop Insurers (AACI) issued an Issue Alert on House Democrats Unveillng a $3 Trillion COVID-19 Relief Bill called Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act. May 13, 2020 -
NAU Country Connection Webinars
We have created a webinar training series titled “NAU Country Connection” focusing on how to best utilize NAU Country systems during the crop insurance cycle, being relevant to the appropriate time of year. This series has an emphasis around how to provide customer service excellence, while practicing social distancing. May 13, 2020 -
Take your customer service to the next level with EASYmapping® enhancements
This spring we’ll be releasing EASYmapping’s Crop Rotation and High Risk Land Viewer. These features will not only save you time, but we’re certain they’ll give you a competitive advantage. May 07, 2020 -
RMA Update: Flexibilities for organic certification amid coronavirus pandemic
Given the current situation surrounding COVID-19, the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA's) Risk Management Agency (RMA) has announced additional flexibilities for organic producers. May 05, 2020 -
AACI ISSUE Update - RMA Announces Flexibilities for Organic Producers
On Monday, May 4, 2020, the American Association of Crop Insurers (AACI) published an Issue Alert announcing flexibilities to help organic producers amid the coronavirus pandemic. May 04, 2020 -
How Crop Insurance Helps to Minimize 5 Key Risks Facing American Farmers
As challenges intensify for the agricultural sector, crop insurance can be more than a financial safety net. The right insurer can help farmers get back on their feet faster. April 30, 2020 -
Support America’s Farmers and Ranchers as They Feed America
The government has rightly declared our farmers and ranchers as essential workers, and Congress is backing rural America with aid designed to help the economy during the pandemic. It’s a good step and one that will need to be re-evaluated as the true impact on farming and rural communities evolves. April 28, 2020 -
The Nursery Value Select pilot program is available
NAU Country is pleased to offer the Nursery Value Select (NVS) pilot program to nursery producers that want to select the dollar amount coverage that best fits their risk management needs. April 24, 2020