USDA unveils insurance policy for farmers who sell locally

A new USDA insurance policy for farmers will be available beginning with the 2022 crop year.

The Micro Farm Policy is available to producers who have a farm operation that earns an average allowable revenue of $100,000 or less. The policy will serve specialty and organic crop growers.

For more information, go to the USDA website regarding crop insurance; or contact Agricultural Business Specialist Leslie Hart by calling 240-313-2284 or 301-573-7039, or by email to lhart@washco-md.net.