USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) reminds Georgia growers that the final date to apply for or make changes to their Micro Farm Program policy for the 2024 crop year is March 31.

Federal crop insurance is critical to the farm safety net. It helps producers and owners manage revenue risks and strengthens the rural economy. Growers may select from several coverage options, including yield coverage, revenue protection, and area risk plans of insurance. Additional information can be found on the Actuarial Information Browser page on the RMA website.

Growers are encouraged to visit their crop insurance agent soon to learn specific details for the 2024 crop year.

Locate a Whole Farm/Micro Farm Agent

Specialty and small-scale producers can now find a local crop insurance agent who has experience selling Whole-Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) and Micro Farm policies with a new searchable directory.

Whole-Farm Revenue Protection and Micro farm are two of the most comprehensive risk management plans available, and were created for specialty crop, organic, urban, and direct-market producers.