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Explore the “Fundamentals of Federal Crop Insurance”—a resource designed to empower producers, educators, and stakeholders with a clear understanding of the federal crop insurance system.

This essential guide was expertly edited by our very own Dr. Hunter Biram, Associate Center Director, who also served as the Lead Contributor. Special contributions were made by other SRMEC team members including Dr. Ron Rainey, Center Director, and Dr. Lawson Connor, Associate Center Director.

What’s Inside?

  • A breakdown of the U.S. Crop Insurance Industry structure
  • An overview of federal crop insurance product types
  • And much more!

Whether you're navigating risk management for your operation or sharing knowledge as an educator, this resource simplifies the complexities of crop insurance into practical, actionable insights.

View the workbook here: https://www.uaex.uada.edu/publications/pdf/MP576.pdf

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The Fundamentals of Federal Crop Insurance short course brings the concepts from the workbook to life, giving producers, educators, and stakeholders a hands-on approach to navigating the crop insurance system. Led by Dr. Hunter Biram (Associate Center Director), with contributions from Dr. Ron Rainey (Center Director) and Dr. Lawson Connor (Associate Center Director), this course provides:

  • A clear breakdown of the U.S. Crop Insurance Industry
  • Practical insights into federal crop insurance products
  • Real-world applications to strengthen your risk management strategy

Whether you're looking to enhance your operation or equip others with essential knowledge, this course is designed to simplify complex policies into actionable steps.

Ready to deepen your understanding? Enroll today and put knowledge into practice: https://learn.uada.edu/login/index.php

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