Ask FSA Andy about filing a notice of loss
The CCC-576, Notice of Loss, is used to report failed acreage and prevented planting and may be completed by any producer with an interest in the crop.
Producers should file paperwork with FSA soon
Producers are reminded to complete and file form CCC-941, Adjusted Gross Income Certification, to receive Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) payments, Loan Deficiency Payments (LDPs) and Market Gains on Marketing Assistance Loans (MALs).
April is bringing good fieldwork weather
Some things to remember amid good planting weather.
How to manage your CRP grass
Mowing of CRP cover, not to exceed 20 percent of the total CRP acres in a field, is permitted.
Update records at your county FSA office
Now is the time to sign up for the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or the Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs. Producers with farming interest changes should stop by the office and get records updated.
Consult with FSA and NRCS before breaking new ground
Breaking New Ground Agricultural producers are reminded to consult with FSA and NRCS before breaking out new ground for production purposes as doing so without prior authorization may put a producer's federal farm program benefits in jeopardy.
Commodity loans made available
The right loan can make a big difference for your operation.
Buying insurance isn’t fun, but can make a big difference
Insurance serves an invaluable purpose, even though you hope you never need it.
Shale energy is big now, but don’t discount wind
Shale energy is big news for now, but wind has been with us forever.
Ask FSA Andy for a history lesson on the lightbulb, plus a CRP reminder
Feb. 26 is the final date to sign up for the CRP general enrollment for 2016. Contact your local FSA County Office for more information.
