Crops and Insurance in the Face of Ohio's Drought Crisis
Understanding the Impact of Drought on Crops
The severity of the 2024 Ohio drought has heightened concerns for farmers. Crop fields are increasingly vulnerable to fire, exemplified by reported incidents like the soybean fire in northeast Champaign County. As farmers juggle productivity and risk management, queries about insurance coverage arise.
Insurance Considerations for Crop Fires
- Does my policy cover losses from fire?
- What about crops that aren't harvested?
- Are the causes of the fire relevant to my coverage?
A featured audio interview with Anna Hall Stroud, CEO of Paul Hall & Associates Insurance, and Joel Penhorwood from Ohio Ag Net elaborates on these urgent inquiries.
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