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RMA Extends Deadlines, Waives Interest Deferral for Emergency Drought Relief
The RMA is authorizing Approved Insurance Providers (AIPs) to allow policyholders additional time to make payments. The RMA is aware of concerns about the requirements to pay crop insurance premiums timely in order to avoid accrual of interest. July 29, 2021 -
USDA Funds Risk Management Education for Historically Underserved Producers
The USDA announced in a Press Release that that they are investing nearly $1 million in funding for universities and nonprofits to develop risk management training and educational tools aimed to assist historically underserved farmers and ranchers. This investment will include RMA projects to help producers manage long-term risks and challenges. July 29, 2021 -
Farmers Emphasize to Congress Importance of Crop Insurance
Farmers from across the country testified in June before a House Agriculture Subcommittee hearing examining the efficacy of the farm safety net. The crop insurance program gives farmers predictable tools to manage their unique risks. Farmers invest in crop insurance before a disaster – sharing in the risk – and they know how the rules of their policy will help them recover. July 14, 2021
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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 -
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 -
RMA Information on COVID-19 and Dumped Milk on Dairy Revenue Protection and Livestock Gross Margin for Dairy Policies
As we continue to face challenges due to COVID-19, the USDA's Risk Management Agency (RMA) has issued multiple bulletins and updates. Please see below for highlights of the most recent bulletins. April 13, 2020 -
AACI ISSUE Update - RMA Announces Additional Flexibilities Due to COVID-19
On Friday, April 10, 2020, the American Association of Crop Insurers (AACI) issued an Issue Alert regarding RMA's announcement on Additional Flexibilities Due to COVID-19 dealing with milk dumping and additional deadline extensions. April 10, 2020 -
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