Compeer Financial's CropTalk

Compeer Financial Livestock Insurance Specialist, Michelle Sell, highlights 3 programs livestock producers and dairy farmers can use, as well as their benefits, what they cover, and other important details.

The guys unpack the recently released 2022 Harvest Price for corn and soybeans and what it means to your revenue protection crop insurance policy. 

Check out this episode where the guys discuss updated cost of production numbers as well as the Margin Protection policy and what it offer for locking in a minimum revenue floor for 2023. 

The guys talk through what's important and on the minds of our providers heading into their crop insurance risk management strategies for 2022. They explain the value of SCO and ECO and also talk through the new PACE Split Nitrogen Endorsement. 

The guys welcome a special guest in Matt Klein from Great American Insurance, one of our approved insurance providers here at Compeer, to discuss the current pricing environment and how it relates to risk management. 

The guys spend time unpacking the opportunity to lock in a minimum revenue guarantee with high futures prices with margin protection. They also take a look at the current state of government payments as well as wheat and forage insurance. 

In this episode the guys give an update on all things current as it relates to the 2021 crop in the field and crop insurance. They discuss the recent frost/freeze event that impacted the northern Midwest, replant and switching to another crop, the new PCCP program giving cover crop credits, insurance products that can lock in minimum revenue guarantees for the 2022 crops year, carbon credits and much more. 

The guys give a quick update on Government payments, spring projected prices set for both corn and soybeans in the Midwest, along a recap of a presentation given back on March 2nd by special guest speaker Eric Snodgrass looking at both short term and long term weather patterns.

The guys discuss options to you the producer to maximize your 2021 risk management plan.

Special guest, Lisa Quist joins the guys to discuss Compeer’s transition planning process as well as the importance of Life Insurance for our producers.

The guys give a detailed update on all things harvest including reporting production early, where the final harvest price is shaping up to be, and deadlines for government programs. Also some initial details on a brand new subsidized product called Enhanced Coverage Option (ECO).

The crew gives an overall fall update for all things crop insurance, including an exciting opportunity to set a minimum revenue guarantee with Margin Protection. As well as important updates to the PLC Price, DRP, PRF and the devastating Derecho event felt by so many producers across the Midwest.

In this episode the guys break down several seasonal crop insurance reminders producer should be thinking about here in the middle of July as well as looking into 2021 pricing opportunities to set a minimum revenue guarantee on next years crop and the Margin Protection policy that's currently available.

In this episode the guys give an update on CFAP Government Aid as well as other important updates including DRP, Acreage Reporting in this social distancing environment, 2021 pricing strategies, as well as a claims update.

In this episode the guys talk all things Covid-19 Government Aid. With so many different government programs that have been released to help the American Farmer during this unprecedented time, things can get confusing. This episode will shine some light to help our listeners understand and navigate all the available information.

In this episode the guys are joined by special guest Michelle Sell, Compeer's Livestock Insurance Specialist. Michelle talks everything Dairy Revenue Protection (DRP), how to add a minimum revenue guarantee, as well as the latest regarding Covid-19 and its impact on our Dairy Producers.

Crop Insurance spring crop sales season has wrapped up for 2020, however there are several next steps to be thinking about. In this episode the crew talks about Compeer’s steps to continue serving clients virtually while being mindful of social distancing during this Covid-19 pandemic.

Crop Insurance spring crop sales season is in full swing with a race to sales closing of March 16th. In this episode e crew talks ARC/PLC decisions, Supplemental Coverage Option (SCO), our exclusive Crop Insurance decision tool, private product impacts, prevent plant buy up options along with a discussion on WHIP+

2019 has been a challenging year from an extremely wet spring, late planting -- which led to a late harvest -- as well as continued government relief with MFP and Top Up disaster payments. In this episode the guys discuss action items for you to keep top of mind as you finish up harvest, filing harvest loss, and requesting harvest extensions with so much of the crop still in the field.Compeer Financial, ACA is an Equal Credit Opportunity Lender and Equal Opportunity Provider. ©2019 All rights reserved.

In this episode, the guys discuss shifts in the upcoming farm bill that could impact your election with special guest, Alex Offerdahl – Crop Insurance Division Head with Watts and AssociatesThey also provide updates on harvest price discovery, MFP and some info on prevent plant payments.Compeer Financial, ACA is an Equal Credit Opportunity Lender and Equal Opportunity Provider. ©2019 All rights reserved.

In this episode, the guys talk through some updates and deadlines, including the December 5 deadline for MFP. Disaster payments, Farm Bill, Upcoming Appraisals and a Fall Sales Season Preview round out Episode 6.Compeer Financial, ACA is an Equal Credit Opportunity Lender and Equal Opportunity Provider. ©2019 All rights reserved.

2019 has been a year for the record books in a multitude of ways. With so many variables and items to keep track of, leverage your crop insurance agent's expertise. They understand your situation and all the ins and outs of crop insurance, including all the changes.If you're wondering what's going on with MFP payments, how to handle fall product bills, cover crop recommendations or anything else crop insurance related, you've come to the right place.Compeer Financial, ACA is an Equal Credit Opportunity Lender and Equal Opportunity Provider. ©2019 All rights reserved.

The Market Facilitation Payment (MFP) has been getting a lot of attention lately. Thad and the guys provide an overview of the program’s progress. They also discuss the Disaster Assistance Program being debated in DC to provide some potential relief for the wet conditions so many farmers have been dealing with this planting season.Compeer Financial, ACA is an Equal Credit Opportunity Lender and Equal Opportunity Provider. ©2019 All rights reserved.

In this episode, the guys discuss planting issues resulting from the excess moisture throughout the Midwest. They also review cover crops: how they work, what you need to know and the most common questions they’ve received from clients.Compeer Financial, ACA is an Equal Credit Opportunity Lender and Equal Opportunity Provider. ©2019 All rights reserved.

With the March 15 Sales Closing Date behind us, it's time to think about preparing for planting. In this episode, the guys discuss Multi-peril Early Plant Dates, changes in forage and winter wheat policies, when to contact your agent and Hail Insurance coverage and options.Compeer Financial, ACA is an Equal Credit Opportunity Lender and Equal Opportunity Provider. ©2019 All rights reserved.

With the current economic situation opportunities for security and protection are top of mind. In this episode of CropTalk the guys provide an overview of many of the private products available and options to consider. The more you know about crop insurance, the better you'll be equipped to help your agent identify the right fit for your operation.Compeer Financial, ACA is an Equal Credit Opportunity Lender and Equal Opportunity Provider. ©2019 All rights reserved.

Farming and agriculture are constantly changing. It's important to stay tuned into the latest crop reports, deadlines, technology and regulations. CropTalk hosted by Compeer Financial's Crop Insurance Leaders, Thad Stauffer, Lucas Conmey, Jason Gama and Tom Timko share their expertise and provide a point of view on what's happening the agriculture industry, particularly as it relates to farmers and agri-businesses in Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota.Compeer Financial, ACA is an Equal Credit Opportunity Lender and Equal Opportunity Provider. ©2019 All rights reserved.