Yield and revenue are different
Some USDA-supported plans use production history to establish yield protection; other plans use a revenue measure. The crop provisions define the calculation, eligible causes and available choices.
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Crop insurance
Crop plans can address different yield or revenue risks. Available plans, deadlines and terms depend on the crop, county and policy.
Understanding your options
What to know about crop insurance
Crop insurance plans address specified agricultural production or revenue risks. USDA Risk Management Agency materials explain that availability varies by crop and county and that each policy includes specific provisions.
What to compare
- Identify crop, county, crop year and growing practice.
- Compare a plan’s yield or revenue basis and covered causes of loss.
- Check application, acreage reporting and loss-notice dates for the policy.
Coverage, eligibility, limits and exclusions depend on the insurer and policy. Review the actual policy documents before making a decision.
A closer look
How to compare your options
Location and timing
Plan availability and deadlines can vary by county, crop and growing season. Review the applicable program information before the sales closing date rather than assuming last year’s dates apply.
Records and claims
A complete application may require acreage and production records. Review reporting obligations, coverage attachment and loss-notice procedures in the policy; keep personal and financial records out of the initial web message.
Before you reach out
A few details can help start the conversation.
- Crop types and counties to discuss
- General acreage and growing practices
- Questions about plan availability and deadlines
Common questions
Crop insurance FAQ
Does one crop plan apply to every Texas county?
No. USDA explains that program availability varies by crop and county. Check the applicable county and crop information for the crop year.
What is the difference between yield and revenue protection?
A yield plan measures covered production shortfall under its terms; a revenue plan uses a defined revenue measure. Each plan has its own provisions and eligibility rules.
Does crop insurance cover all drought losses?
No policy should be assumed to cover every loss. Check the insured causes, conditions, exclusions and reporting requirements in the particular crop provisions.
When should a grower ask about coverage?
Before the applicable sales closing date. Application and reporting dates differ by crop, county and crop year.
Start a conversation
Ask about crop insurance.
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