Featured News
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RMA Reminds Producers of Upcoming Crop Insurance Deadlines for Fall Planted Crops
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds agricultural producers that the final date to apply for or make changes to their existing crop insurance coverage is quickly approaching for fall planted crops. Sales closing dates vary by crop and location, but the next major sales closing dates are Sept. 1 and Sept. 30. August 20, 2026 -
USDA Announces New Crop Insurance Payment Flexibilities, Prevented Planting Option
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking steps to support America’s farmers in response to ongoing challenges across the agricultural sector. August 13, 2026 -
USDA and RMA Upgrades Rainfall Data Source
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Risk Management Agency (RMA) is upgrading the source for rainfall data used in several Federal crop insurance programs, moving from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center (CPC) to the National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI). June 05, 2026
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John McDermott Receives Industry Leadership Award
John McDermott is a recipient of the 2023 Industry Leadership Award for consistently serving the industry and providing outstanding leadership to National Crop Insurance Services (NCIS) and the crop insurance industry. The award was presented during the 2023 Crop Insurance Industry Annual Convention in Bonita Springs, Florida. February 23, 2023 -
USDA Expands Hurricane Insurance Protection to Include Certain Tropical Storms
Farmers may now be eligible for further protection against damaging tropical storms. After hearing directly from agricultural producers, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is expanding its Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index (HIP-WI) Endorsement with a Tropical Storm (TS) option. USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) will offer this option for the 2023 crop year. February 14, 2023 -
QBE/NAU Country and FFA: New Partnership Is Beneficial for the Future of Agriculture
In honor of National FFA Week (February 18-25, 2023), the QBE Foundation and NAU Country are proud to support the National FFA Organization! Our partnership and sponsorship with the National FFA Foundation is setting up the success of our future farmers. Check out the story from the National FFA Organization spotlighting our company's commitment to serve and support FFA in the many years ahead! February 10, 2023 -
Updates to Crop Insurance Plans Broaden Access for Specialty Crop, Organic, Direct Market, and Other Producers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is improving two of its most comprehensive risk management safety net programs, Whole-Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) and Micro Farm, making them more accessible to America’s agricultural producers. The following press release was published by the USDA on August 31, 2022. September 02, 2022 -
Top 6 Emergency Relief Program Checklist Items for Eligible Farmers
Have questions about the Emergency Relief Program (ERP)? Review the USDA/FSA's top six ERP checklist items for eligible farmers. June 19, 2022 -
Recognizing excellent customer service
Providing obsessive customer service to our NAU Country Agents and Farmers is our top priority. It is important for us to know when an NAU Country employee has gone above and beyond, so we can acknowledge them and continue to excel. June 08, 2022 -
Technological Advances Are a Boon for Farmers, So Long As They Have The Right Insurance Partner
NAU Country’s deep knowledge of the agricultural sector, combined with its savvy approach to technology, make it a stalwart risk management partner for the American farmer. June 01, 2022 -
Your One Stop for Policyholder Resources
As an Approved Insurance Provider (AIP), NAU Country takes pride in keeping you up-to-date on crop insurance changes, enabling you to best assist the American farmer. That is why we offer resources to find this information fast and efficiently! May 09, 2022 -
Crop insurance paperwork made easy with EASYsign®
EASYsign offers modern day technology to allow completion of crop insurance reporting and claim documentation where and when it’s convenient for you. Securely review and sign documents via email! April 12, 2022 -
The three “C’s”: Crop Insurance, Climate, and Conservation
America’s farmers have survived droughts, hurricanes, derechos, floods, fires, and a global pandemic. Through it all, farmers have kept farming. One constant throughout these past several years has been the availability of Federal crop insurance. March 15, 2022
