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The USDA will make $12 billion available in one time bridge payments to American farmers in response to temporary trade market disruptions and increased production costs that are still impacting farmers. December 12, 2025

The USDA FSA is providing over $16 billion in Congressionally approved assistance through the SDRP. Enrollment for Stage Two began on November 24, 2025, and will remain open until April 30, 2026. To support this process, the Risk Management Agency (RMA) and FSA will host an informational session (webinar) for crop insurance agents on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. (EST). December 03, 2025

Due to the partial government shutdown, NAU Country wants to reassure you of our continued commitment to supporting our agents and policyholders. Many services within the agricultural sector are considered essential and will remain available to AIPs, agents, agencies, and policyholders. Learn how this may affect you and your policyholders. October 01, 2025

In an effort to demonstrate our dedication to agents and policyholders, NAU Country wants to reassure you that, in the event of a government shutdown, we will continue to fund losses and commissions with our own funding for the time being. This is made possible by the financial strength of our parent company, QBE. We remain committed to ensuring that our efforts and financial stability help keep the safety net active. September 25, 2025

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

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is offering a free webinar series for military veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses on how to work together to prepare for a career in agriculture. This webinar series is designed to provide information about USDA Beginning Farmer and Rancher programs and resources for the military community. *This is not an NAU Country event. August 01, 2025

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced that agricultural producers who suffered eligible crop losses due to natural disasters in 2023 and 2024 can now apply for $16 billion in assistance through the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP). Read the full official news release, review resources, and access a link to the recorded webinar. July 10, 2025

Don't let storm clouds catch you off guard. Embrace the power of EASYbind and take control of your Crop-Hail Binding process like never before. Experience the speed, efficiency, and reliability of EASYbind – because when it comes to protecting your farmers' livelihoods, every second counts. May 06, 2025

The 2025 planting season is in full swing, and NAU Country wishes you a successful planting season! Check out the planting progress percentages for select crops in major producing states nationwide. *Note: The weekly 2025 Planting Progress Update summary sheets will be available after 9:30 (CT) on Tuesday mornings following the release of the prior day's reports from USDA/Cornell University. April 22, 2025

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Farm Service Agency (FSA) will host a free webinar about the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) on Thursday, April 17, 2025. April 15, 2025