3 Approaches to Protect Against New Risks in Agriculture
The uncertainty surrounding tariffs on key trade partners like Canada, Mexico and China have created immediate challenges for U.S. farmers.
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Why Crop Insurance Is Essential to Protect Against Unpredictable Weather-Related Losses
Extreme weather events continue to present difficulties in the agricultural sector, and farmers are finding themselves in dire financial straits and at risk of losing their livelihood.
How Agents Can Explain the Importance of Crop Insurance Coverage to Clients
After Hurricane Helene, it became apparent that few farmers in the disaster areas had crop insurance. Here’s how agents can highlight the benefits of this essential coverage.
Farm Bill Moves Through House Committee
The Big “I” advocated for the inclusion of an administrative and operating (A&O) inflationary adjustment in reinsurance year 2025 along with additional funds in A&O for reinsurance years 2022-2024.
FCIP Avoids Cuts in Biden’s 2025 Budget
President Joe Biden’s FY2025 budget does not include cuts to the Federal Crop Insurance Program (FCIP), which is welcome news and a significant win for the agriculture community.
Big ‘I’ Opposes Cuts to FCIP in Biden’s Next Budget
The Big “I” along with over 60 other industry groups sent letters opposing any proposed cuts to the Federal Crop Insurance Program in FY2025 budget.
Sen. Tester Welcomes Agent Input on FCIP
Sen. Jon Tester (D-Montana) spoke to Big “I” members about working with them on the Federal Crop Insurance Program, and the importance of independent insurance agents in keeping the nation’s economy strong and growing.
Big ‘I’ Urges Congressional Support for Crop Agents
The Big “I” sent a letter to congressional leaders urging their continued support of crop insurance agents and the critical role they play in supporting the Federal Crop Insurance Program (FCIP).
Crop Insurance and FCIP Highlighted in House Hearing
The purpose of the hearing was to gather stakeholder and industry perspectives on the current state of the Federal Crop Insurance Program (FCIP).
2022 Big ‘I’ Legislative Conference: Sen. Moran Discusses Farm Bill, Dodd-Frank and Ukraine
Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kansas) addressed Big “I” members about the upcoming 2023 Farm Bill, upholding state-based insurance regulation and the war in Ukraine.
