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USDA announces implementation improvements of Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) Insurance Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Risk Management Agency (RMA) announced that further changes to its Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) insurance plan will take effect on January 20 for crop year 2021 and succeeding crop years. January 22, 2021 -
Is the Enhanced Coverage Option (ECO) right for you?
NAU Country’s drive and focus to deliver risk management solutions for the American Farmer has led to the development of the new Enhanced Coverage Option (ECO). Now, we need to know if it's right for you! Our quoting system offers accurate ECO quoting on your insured's policy, the ability to view their Individual APH and how it correlates to county values, and analyze "what if" indemnity loss performance in the Historical Analyzer. We also provide a surplus of sales tools including an ECO brochure, product overview, and radio and print ad templates. January 21, 2021 -
Boost your knowledge! Attend the 2021 NAU Country Connection Webinar Series
Crop Insurance sales season is here! Gain product and system knowledge to impress your prospects by attending the NAU Country Connection Webinar Series. This short series focuses on the Enhanced Coverage Option product and system features, the Quality Loss Option, Easy sales with EASYquote, Applications and EASYsign, and how to take your summer back with preliminary acreage reports! January 11, 2021
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Our View: America’s Farmers Need Relief as they Keep Calm and Plant On
Telecommuting isn’t a possibility for those who are working to feed America. Food and agriculture are a critical part of our national infrastructure and our farmers continue to go to work every single day, even in the midst of this evolving health crisis. April 07, 2020 -
American Association of Crop Insurers (AACI) Newsletter - April 6, 2020
Click here to read the April 6, 2020, AACI Newsletter including general updates on what is happening in congress, RMA updates around flexibilities due to COVID-19, COVID-19 assistance to agriculture opportunities, USDA prospective planting updates, CCC lending rates for April, and more. You don't want to miss this edition. Read more! April 06, 2020 -
RMA information regarding COVID-19
Because of challenges facing our nation due to COVID-19, RMA is extending multiple important dates. April 03, 2020 -
AACI ISSUE Update - Ag Eligible for Small Business Loans
On Wednesday, April 1, 2020, the American Association of Crop Insurers (AACI) issued an ISSUE Alert regarding Ag being eligible for Small Business Loans. April 02, 2020 -
NAU Country Insurance Company Expands Use of Iteris ClearAg for Crop Risk Management
Partnership will enable growers to make informed farming decisions, focus on sustainability, and plan for weather events! March 31, 2020 -
Hurricane Insurance Protection – Wind Index (HIP-WI) Endorsement is now available
The Hurricane Insurance Protection – Wind Index (HIP-WI) Endorsement covers a portion of the deductible of the underlying crop insurance policy when the county, or adjacent county, is within the area of sustained hurricane-force winds from a named hurricane that is published by the National Hurricane Center (NHC) at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). March 10, 2020 -
NAU Country President and NCIS Chairman Jim Korin stresses the importance of crop insurance in 2020 at the recent NCIS Convention
Jim Korin, Chairman of NCIS and President of NAU Country, spoke at the recent NCIS annual convention about the value of crop insurance especially after a difficult 2019. March 10, 2020 -
Our View: Sustainability is Way of Life for America’s Farmers
Now, America’s farmers and ranchers are again breaking new ground with the formation of Farmers for a Sustainable Future (FSF). FSF is a coalition organization of more than 20 groups representing the vast diversity of American agriculture who all share a commitment to sustainably producing the world’s food, feed, and fiber supply. March 10, 2020 -
Our View: Farm Forecasts Remain Gloomy, Congress Must Reject Ag Budget Cuts
Agricultural groups have expressed concerns about cuts to crop insurance, agricultural conservation programs, research efforts, and food aid after the USDA released their 2020 Farm Income Forecast, and the Office of Management and Budget proposed substantial cuts to the farm safety net. March 05, 2020 -
Crop Insurance Protects Rural America, Solidifies Popularity as Risk-Management Tool
In 2019, farmers purchased 1.1 million crop insurance policies, collectively paying $3.75 billion in premiums and shouldering more than $10 billion in deductibles. Contact NAU Country Insurance Company today to help manage your risk in 2020. February 25, 2020