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 | 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...
by Sam Riegsecker | Sep 17, 2024 | News
As the harvest season begins or approaches, it’s time to plan for your 2025 winter wheat crop. The 2025 wheat projected price has been officially set at $6.06 per bushel, slightly down from $6.72 last year. Understanding what this means for your operation can...
by Sam Riegsecker | Aug 21, 2024 | News
At Lund & Smith Insurance Services, we are committed to keeping you up-to-date on the latest crop insurance developments. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has made significant changes to the Enhanced Coverage Option (ECO), starting with the 2025 crop...
by Sam Riegsecker | Aug 5, 2024 | News
At Lund & Smith Insurance Services, we are dedicated to keeping our clients informed about the latest developments that impact each of their operations. We have an important update regarding the harvest price for wheat for 2024. The U.S. Department of Agriculture...
by Sam Riegsecker | Feb 29, 2024 | News
As we move into the 2024 crop year, you are facing the reality that your revenue protection crop insurance policy may fall short of covering your cost of production. The projected prices for corn and soybean have taken a significant hit compared to the previous year,...
