Market uncertainty, government shutdown top of mind as FSA deadlines near

Market uncertainty, government shutdown top of mind as FSA deadlines near

Price uncertainty and the prospect of a government shutdown are top of mind as Farm Service Agency officials remind farmers of impending deadlines.

Minnesota FSA director Whitney Place tells Brownfield corn and soybean growers have until March 15th to choose between Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage, and many are waiting for a clearer picture of the markets.

“We’ve been hearing that a lot across the state, and that is potentially why some folks aren’t getting in.

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