GreenStone is proud to be a national leader in providing customers a risk management option through Micro Farm Crop Insurance. This policy provides specialized small farmers and specialty crop producers a safety net.
Recently, a group of GreenStone employees hosted representatives from the USDA Risk Management Agency, Congressman John Moolenaar, and the Farm Credit Council on two farm visits. Both farms utilize Micro Farm Crop Insurance through GreenStone and were able to share the success of their business, value of the new coverage option for their unique farm, as well as outline ways to better the policy.
Congressman John Moolenaar speaks with the owners of Rasch Cherry and Apple Market.
The group started their day at Rasch Cherry and Apple Market in Conklin, Michigan. This farm offers customers a full-scale farm experience with you-pick cherry and apple options. Their farm store is stocked with baked goods, doughnuts, cider, and more much – all insured through this policy.
In the afternoon, the group was able to meet at Organic Blueberries LLC, a fourth-generation family farm in West Olive, Michigan. With almost 20 acres of blueberries, the farm allows customers to pick their own or choose from a selection of pre-packaged berries. Read more about the blueberry farm here.
The USDA Risk Management Agency makes decisions about the guidelines for crop insurance in the United States. GreenStone understands the importance of getting them in the same room as producers, members of Farm Credit, and lawmakers to have a productive conversation about important changes to benefit you, the customer. We are proud to lead the charge with Micro Farm Crop Insurance, and we are committed to pushing for crop insurance standards to meet your needs.
Fast Facts about Micro Farm:
- Micro Farm Crop Insurance covers both revenue from commodities and revenue from some value-added products like lotions from lavender or wine from grapes.
- GreenStone wrote 45% of the total Micro Farm policies in the United States, and 89% of policies in Michigan.
If you think your operation could benefit from a Micro Farm policy, contact your GreenStone crop insurance specialist today!
To view the article in the online 2023 Fall Partners Magazine, click here.
