The final date to apply for crop insurance for spring crops, including dry beans, is March 15 for the 2021 crop year. Current policyholders who wish to make changes to their existing coverage also have until the March 15 sales closing date to do so.
Producers are encouraged to visit their crop insurance agent soon to learn specific details for the 2021 crop year. Agents can help producers determine what policy works best for their operation and review existing coverage to ensure the policy meets their needs.
A list of crop insurance agents is available online using the Risk Management Agent Locator. Producers can use the RMA Cost Estimatorto get a premium amount estimate of their insurance needs online.