by Sam Riegsecker | Feb 28, 2026 | Newsletter
As farmers across the Midwest gear up for the 2026 planting season, staying informed about crop insurance deadlines, policy enhancements, and support programs is more critical than ever. With unpredictable weather patterns, fluctuating commodity prices, and evolving...
by Sam Riegsecker | Aug 27, 2025 | News
This year brought one of the most significant legislative updates for agriculture in some time: the passing of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Along with provisions for farm programs and conservation, the law includes major updates to crop insurance that will impact...
by Sam Riegsecker | May 21, 2025 | News
Spring in the Midwest hasn’t exactly rolled out the red carpet for planting. Across Northern Ohio, Northeast Indiana, and Southern Michigan, farmers have faced a frustrating mix of excess moisture, cool soil temperatures, and limited planting windows. Fields have been...
by Sam Riegsecker | Jan 25, 2025 | Newsletter
Current Reminders: Government program (ARC/PLC) sign-up is open from January 21-April 15. Updated ARC-CO and PLC numbers are in. Give us a call if you have any questions. Any changes to your policy including entity, ownership, shares, added acreage or coverage changes...
by Sam Riegsecker | Nov 1, 2024 | News
At Lund & Smith Insurance Services, we’re committed to keeping our clients informed on crucial developments that impact their farming operations. The 2024 harvest prices for corn and soybeans have been announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and...
