The right coverage for winter wheat

Sep 26, 2016

It's application and renewal time for winter wheat, which is the time for producers to make sure their Production Insurance coverage matches what their farm business looks like today. As a farm evolves and the industry changes, so can coverage needs.

Renewal time is the opportunity to assess coverage needs, but it's also important to carefully review coverage details since they are based on last year's business. By confirming that information is accurate and reflective of how their farm operates today, producers ensure that they pay only for the coverage they need and receive the right compensation in the event of a claim.

Before deciding on this year's winter wheat coverage, producers should ask themselves some key questions:

What changes have they made to their business?
What risks does their farm face this year?
Do they need to protect their crop over the winter?
Do their chosen coverage levels provide the best protection?
What's happening in their industry that could affect their business?

Source: Agricorp

Video: Winter Service Inspections for John Deere Equipment - The FarmCast Ep64

The FarmCast, host Troy Randall speaks with Doug Luedke, Vice President of Service, and Davin Peterson, Executive Vice President of Aftermarket at 21st Century Equipment, to discuss the importance of proactive service and how it helps farmers reduce downtime during their busiest seasons. The conversation focuses on the Winter Service Inspection Program, a comprehensive approach designed to keep equipment running at peak performance and limit costly in-season breakdowns through preventative maintenance and expert technician support.

Doug and Devin explain how 21st Century Equipment’s service teams have evolved to meet the needs of today’s connected machines. With more technology and data integrated into modern equipment, technicians now play a vital role in both mechanical repairs and precision ag support. Through advanced diagnostics, machine monitoring, and John Deere’s Expert Alerts, they can identify and address potential issues before they become major problems—saving customers valuable time, money, and frustration.

Throughout the discussion, the team shares real-world success stories demonstrating how proactive inspections and customer-focused service help maximize uptime and efficiency for every operation. Whether it’s a large tractor, combine, or small mower, the goal remains the same: to provide trusted, reliable support that helps farmers and landowners stay productive and confident in their equipment year-round.