ECO, SCO, and FMH's exclusive supplemental band products can be stacked to optimize a risk management plan with higher levels of coverage and to protect profits, especially in years with harvest price drops. 

 
Learn how to combine these products for up to 95% coverage with FMH experts Ryan Benes and Ken Ripley 

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Ryan Benes and Sheila Backer review the basics of the federal crop insurance program including which perils MPCI coverage protects against, popular plan options, and how to choose coverage. They also cover important dates and record-keeping recommendations, plus tips to reduce errors throughout the crop insurance cycle.

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Ryan Benes and Laura Held discuss private products including Crop Hail and band products, and why farmers should consider adding them. They touch on how private products can fill the gaps left by MPCI coverage. The two share tips on deciding on which private products to add to a risk management plan. 

Get a sneak peek at topics you'll hear about as you attend Spring Update trainings and farmer meetings in the coming months. Host Ryan Benes talks with guest Kelly Luett, FMH Regional Trainer, about federal program updates for 2024, as well as FMH private products for farmers to consider as they make their crop insurance plans for next year.

With commodity prices lower from this spring, farmers might be wondering if they have a claim. Host Ryan Benes talks with guest Zach Allsup, FMH Field Claims AVP, on what agents and farmers need to know, policy payout examples and how to have the best claims experience.

Hear from our in-house experts, plus special guest Jake Moline of Stone X, on the power of using forward marketing and crop insurance for maximum risk management. They give an update on current crop conditions and markets, plus discuss the upcoming decision farmers are making on Margin Protection. 

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What do agents and farmers need to keep in mind as fall crop insurance deadlines approach? Hear about recent program updates from FMH trainer, Derek Watters. Plus, learn about the expansion of the Margin Protection program as Ryan Benes and Ken Ripley chat about what to consider with current conditions. 

FMH recently announced the launch of its newest company, Ag Brokerage Solutions™ (ABS). Ryan Benes chats with Brent Walker, Chief Brokerage Officer, and Willie Jones, AVP P&C Sales, on what makes ABS unique and beneficial for both farmers and agents in the latest FMH InsureCast.

Planting is progressing across the country, so we've brought in our Regional Claims Managers to give updates from their areas, plus they share what to know if conditions aren't ideal such as prevented planting. Also, hear helpful reminders to ensure a smooth acreage reporting process. 

Many farmers are making important decisions about crop insurance this season. But, are they thinking about adequate coverage on their machinery too? Learn about the impact of inflation and technology on machinery values from industry guest, Mark Hennessey with INEDA.