By Jamie Martin
As the April 15, 2025 deadline nears, agricultural producers are urged to finalize their enrollments in the USDA's Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs. These programs are important in providing income support to farmers facing price or revenue declines.
Currently, Oklahoma shows a 51.6% enrollment rate with 24,443 contracts out of the expected 47,361. Jaramie Karcher, Deputy State Director for FSA in Oklahoma, emphasizes the importance of these programs, stating, "Agriculture Risk Coverage or Price Loss Coverage programs provide excellent risk protection for market declines, at no cost to the producer."
Producers may choose between ARC-County, protecting individual crops, or ARC-Individual, covering the entire farm. It's crucial to sign the necessary contracts each year to maintain eligibility.
Failing to meet the deadline will result in the previous year's elections being carried over and potential loss of payment for 2025.
In addition to ARC and PLC, producers should consider other FSA offerings during their visit, such as the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP), which began enrollment on March 19, 2025. This program aims to mitigate the impacts of increased input costs and falling commodity prices.
For further information and assistance, producers are encouraged to visit their local FSA office or explore online resources provided by USDA to make informed decisions regarding their farm operations and financial security.
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