The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making some changes to its grapevine insurance program for the 2025 crop year. USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) is shortening the required grafting …
FAIR Plan Update to ‘Provide Much-Needed Security’ for Farmers
California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has introduced changes to the state’s FAIR Plan, which serves as a fallback for those struggling to get insurance. This update is part of a …
California FAIR Plan Expansion Awaits Governor Newsom’s Signature
The legislation that would provide a California FAIR plan expansion passed through the California Assembly on August 24. Co-sponsored by the California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF) and the California Department …
New Grapevine Insurance Program Available
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced an expansion of crop insurance options with the introduction of the Grapevine insurance program. This program offers coverage for the loss of …
Whole Farm Revenue Protection and Micro Farm Policy Updates
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled enhancements to crop insurance offerings, benefitting small and diverse farmers. This upgrade affects the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) and Micro Farm insurance …
New Coverage Options Under California FAIR Plan Begin February 1
New commercial coverage for farmers and ranchers will become available through the California FAIR Plan. Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara announced that the new coverage will start February 1. The increase …
Coverage Limits Increased Under California FAIR Plan
The California Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan is being adjusted to provide more adequate coverage for farmers and ranchers. California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara issued an order to …
Wildfire Insurance Legislation Signed by Governor Newsom
Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed Senate Bill 11, which is aimed at helping producers acquire some form of wildfire insurance. Authored by Senator Susan Rubio, the legislation makes necessary updates …
Emergency Procedures Authorized to Provide Crop Insurance Flexibilities
Federal officials are working to assist producers affected by drought conditions by providing greater crop insurance flexibilities. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is authorizing emergency procedures to allow farmers …
Wildfire Insurance Legislation Continues Forward Momentum
Wildfire insurance legislation is moving through the legislative process, taking another step toward Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk. Senate Bill 11 (SB-11) seeks to improve wildfire insurance coverage options for California …
Growers Struggle to Find and Keep Farm Insurance
It is becoming tougher and tougher to acquire farm insurance in areas at risk of wildfire. With wildfires already popping up across California, producers are becoming more anxious as insurance …
Coalition Highlights Value of Crop Insurance as Congress Develops Budget
A coalition of industry groups has sent letters encouraging federal officials to protect crop insurance. Letters were sent to lawmakers in the House and Senate budget and appropriations committees. Secretary …
First Insurance Service for Indoor Farmers Launched
Indoor farmers now have an insurance option to fit their needs. Contain Inc, an alternate finance business for indoor agriculture, has launched an insurance service for indoor farmers in collaboration …