Rod M. Rejesus, ARE Professor and Extension Specialist, wrote a document that briefly describes recommended actions for hurricane-affected farmers that have crop insurance coverage. These recommendations are meant to facilitate the claims process, allow affected insureds to get their indemnities in a timely manner, and expedite recovery.

In the Aftermath of Hurricane Florence: What do Farmers with Crop Insurance Need to Do?

For questions, please reach out to Rod M. Rejesus at rod_rejesus@ncsu.edu or 919-513-4605.

For related materials on crop insurance and hurricanes, please see the following:

Decision Making Process for Flood Damaged Crops

What to Do Before and After a Hurricane? Programs and Resources Available for North Carolina Agricultural Producers

USDA RMA Fact Sheet: Natural Disasters and Crop Insurance