Organic Crop Insurance Resource Kit

Crop insurance for organic farmers can be confusing. We’ve compiled our resources to help clear things up. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!


Organic Crop Insurance can be boring. These videos are not!

Crop insurance can be a confusing program for organic farmers. Contract pricing, covered crops, uninsurable practices and events are all examples of ways that crop insurance is different for organic producers. This course will explain the benefits organic farmers have in crop insurance, including options if coverage is not available for more specialized crops in a rotation.

Learn what every advisor and farmer needs to know about crop insurance products for organic operations.

Lessons include:

  • Organic Crop Insurance

  • Revenue and Whole Farm Protection

  • Hail, Pasture, & Livestock

  • Putting the ‘Organic’ in Crop Insurance

  • Getting the Most out of Crop Insurance


Season 2 The Dirt on Organic Farming Podcast: Crop Insurance

Many organic farmers struggle to find the right insurance. Season 2 of The Dirt on Organic Farming takes a deep dive into the “Crop Insurance” series, breaking down everything from contract pricing to policy advocacy. Hear from experts and farmers who’ve navigated these challenges firsthand.

Co-hosts: Mallory Krieger & Nate Powell-Palm

The Dirt on Organic Farming Podcast is produced by Blue Canoe Studios.

Funder acknowledgement: This material is funded in partnership by USDA, Risk Management Agency, under award number RMA22CPT0012393.

Whether you’re on the road or in the tractor, The Dirt on Organic Farming is a great way to pass the time!


Crop Insurance Options for Organic Farmers | Fact Sheet

Learn the ins and outs of different crop insurance options and how they protect against financial losses.


There Are More Options Than You May Realize

Organic crop insurance specialist, Megan Vaith outlines the available programs in the evolving safety net for organic farmers, known as Organic Crop Insurance.

Part 1 of 3.


Not Just for Corn and Soybean Farmers

Organic crop insurance specialist, Megan Vaith discusses Whole Farm Revenue Protection, a crop insurance risk management tool.

Part 2 of 3.

If Only They Listened

Here’s the inside scoop on what the life of a crop insurance agent is like.

Part 3 of 3.

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