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Crop Insurance Deadline Nears in Florida for Fresh Market Tomato and Pecan Growers

VALDOSTA, Ga., Jan. 3, 2023 — The USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) reminds Florida fresh market tomato and pecan growers that the final date to apply for crop insurance coverage for the 2023 crop year is January 31. Current policyholders who wish to make changes to their existing coverage also have until the January 31 sales closing date to do so.

Crop Insurance Deadline Nears in Florida for Potato Growers

VALDOSTA, Ga., Dec. 2, 2022 — The USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) reminds Florida potato growers that the final date to apply for crop insurance coverage for the 2023 crop year is December 31. Current policyholders who wish to make changes to their existing coverage also have until the December 31 sales closing date to do so.

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Crop Insurance Deadline Nears in Florida for Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage and Apiculture Producers

VALDOSTA, Ga., Oct. 31, 2022 — The USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) reminds Florida forage, livestock, and honey producers that the final date to apply for crop insurance coverage for the 2023 crop year is December 1. Current policyholders who wish to make changes to their existing coverage also have until the December 1 sales closing date to do so.

Crop Insurance Deadline Nears in Florida for Blueberries and Whole-Farm Revenue Protection

VALDOSTA, Ga., Oct. 21, 2022 — The USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) reminds Florida blueberry growers that the final date to apply for crop insurance coverage for the 2023 crop year is November 20. Growers who are interested in the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection policy and are late…

USDA Offers Disaster Assistance and Program Flexibilities to Farmers and Livestock Producers in Florida Impacted by Hurricane Ian

GAINESVILLE, Fla., Oct. 14, 2022 Florida agricultural operations have been significantly impacted by Hurricane Ian and related weather events. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers and livestock producers recover. Impacted producers should contact their local USDA Service Center to…

Crop Insurance Deadline Nears in Florida for Oats, Potatoes, Sugarcane, and Wheat

VALDOSTA, Ga., Sept. 1, 2022 — The USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) reminds Florida oats, potato, sugarcane, and wheat growers that the final date to apply for crop insurance coverage for the 2023 crop year is September 30. Current policyholders who wish to make changes to their existing coverage also have until the September 30 sales closing date to do so.

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RMA Enhances Crop Insurance for Florida Avocados

VALDOSTA, Ga., Aug. 30, 2022 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is enhancing crop insurance options for Florida avocado producers by adding a new type for mid-season varieties beginning in the 2023 crop year. This update is in direct response to feedback from producers and the Florida Avocado Administrative Committee. This mid-variety type will better…

Crop Insurance Deadline Nears in Florida for Strawberry Growers

VALDOSTA, Ga., August 2, 2022 — The USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) reminds Florida strawberry growers that the final date to apply for crop insurance coverage for the 2023 crop year is August 31. Current policyholders who wish to make changes to their existing coverage also have until the August 31 sales closing date to do so.

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Crop Insurance Deadline Nears in Florida for Cabbage Growers

VALDOSTA, Ga., July 21, 2022 — The USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) reminds Florida cabbage growers that the final date to apply for crop insurance coverage for the 2023 crop year is August 15. Current policyholders who wish to make changes to their existing coverage also have until the August 15 sales closing date to do so.

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Crop Insurance Deadline Nears in Florida for Fresh Market Sweet Corn, Fresh Market Tomatoes, and Pepper Growers

VALDOSTA, Ga., July 5, 2022 — The USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) reminds Florida fresh market sweet corn, fresh market tomato, and pepper growers that the final date to apply for crop insurance coverage for the 2023 crop year is July 31. Current policyholders who wish to make changes to their existing coverage also have until the July 31 sales closing date to do so.