Before long, harvest will be upon us. For farmers across the region, this year has been marked by weather events and strains, including drought. Despite their hard work, some farmers may see a decrease in their yields due to these conditions. If this is the case, they may need to rely on their crop insurance to account for the loss.
According to the U.S. Drought Monitor:
The entirety of Nebraska has been in a drought, with more than 80% of the state classified as severe and more than half classified as extreme.
More than 90% of Iowa has been in a drought, with two-thirds of the state classified as moderate to severe.
More than 97% of South Dakota has been in a drought, with nearly 20% of the state classified as severe.
More than 70% of Minnesota has been in a drought, with nearly half of the state classified as moderate to severe.
The continued heat and lack of rain can endanger the livelihoods of farmers, making risk management tools like crop insurance a necessity.
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