Peters Ag Risk Management

08/31/2026

If you are concerned about the cost of inputs (diesel, natural gas, urea, potash, and DAP) rising between now and April or you are concerned that the commodity price will fall between now and Feb…Then margin coverage option (MCO) might be a good choice for you. 

We are still in the price discovery period. It ends on Sept 14 and a MCO application needs to be signed by the end of Sept if a farmer is interested.

I will be in touch more on this option once the prices are officially set, but it’s definitely something I are keeping an eye right now. If you have any questions or would like to set up an in person meeting…I’m happy to do so!

08/20/2026

IL Pro Farmer Crop Tour predictions.

08/19/2026

The pro farmer crop tour rolled through IN yesterday. Here is what they found. Yields below last year, but not as disastrous as some have feared with all this water… But perhaps it’s too early to tell?

08/15/2026

As your local crop insurance agent, I know my job is more than paperwork and policies. With this historic rainfall and more on the way, I am heartbroken for farmers as we all watch our perfect growing season being washed away before our eyes.

I’m here to walk through this, to answer questions, to help you understand your coverage, and navigate the process alongside you.

Stay safe everyone! ❤️

08/06/2026

Good news alert! 🚨 RMA has done us a favor and pushed back the federal crop insurance premium due date 60 days until November 30th.

Technically in their language they pushed back the “interest accrual date 60 days”.

Long story short, you can keep your money till the end of November with no penalty and no interest. 👌🏼

(Washington, D.C., Aug. 5, 2026) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking steps to support America’s farmers in response to ongoing challenges across the agricultural sector. To ease financial pressures and strengthen risk management options for American farmers, USDA’s Risk Manag...

08/05/2026

For my wheat growers…
The few. The proud.

Our harvest price has been set. We had quite the rally over the last month so we increased a good amount from our planting price. Definitely won’t have any claims from revenue lost on price. If you had yields lower than expected, let me know so we can check eligibility for a claim. Otherwise, hope everybody struck while the iron was hot! 📈

06/09/2026

Now that crops are just about completely planted across Illinois and Indiana, I figured we would focus on emergence and crop condition. ☀️👌🏼

06/08/2026

Red Ribbon Sponsor Shout Out!

A special thank you to our 2026 Tipton County Fair Red Ribbon Sponsors
Corteva Agriscience
Pioneer Seeds
Dan Young Chevrolet GMC
TruLand Equipment
Crop Insurance Specialists
Peters Ag Risk Management
First Farmers Bank & Trust
Merchants Bank IN
King Oil & LP Gas Inc
Ace Paving LLC
Gascho Earthworks
P3 Showstock
Tractor Supply Co.
Wolford Tree Service
B & B Earthworks
Ace Hardware of Tipton County IN
Total Seed Production
Cowpokes Work & Western

These generous businesses and individuals have chosen to invest in our community by supporting the Tipton County Fair. Their contributions help make it possible to provide educational opportunities, family-friendly entertainment, youth activities, and traditions that bring our community together each year.

We are incredibly grateful for their generosity, partnership, and commitment to strengthening our community.

Thank you to all of our Red Ribbon Sponsors for helping make the 2026 Tipton County Fair possible!

05/18/2026

The local rundown of the USDA report that was released this afternoon.

Also of note, corn is 42% emerged in IN and 46% in IL. Soybeans emergence is 42% in IN and 44% in IL.

05/05/2026

Here is our weekly look at the local news from the weekly USDA crop progress report.

Frost risk is rising across the corn belt, especially in northern areas, with cooler-than-normal temps. Continued rains in the forecast will likely slow remaining planting progress.

Everyone stay patient and stay safe. 😌

And another friendly reminder - if this adverse weather is going to cause you to need to replant…

☎️☎️☎️ Call me first!