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NCIS Scholarship Program Helps Students, Promotes Diversity in Agriculture
Jaevien Akinmola grew up helping his grandfather raise vegetables and fruit in rural South Carolina. Farming was everywhere in his hometown of Manning. He could
Idaho Farmer: Crop Insurance Helps Farmers Feed America
Located in the southeastern corner of Idaho and situated in a high desert environment more than 5,000 feet above sea level, the town of Rockland
Stronger Together: Farmers Count on Crop Insurance During Difficult Year
“America’s farmers and ranchers never stopped their essential work of feeding America,” Zacharias said. “That’s why crop insurers, agents, adjusters and our partners at USDA have continually worked to support the farm community. It has been our priority to maintain our incredible record of service to the American farmer during this tough year.”
“It would be an understatement to say that farmers face an unpredictable future, but fortunately crop insurance is a predictable risk management tool,” Zacharias added.