New Discounts, Endorsements Highlight 2026 Crop Insurance

RCIS Sales and Service Manager Stefanie Wolfe urges farmers to review upcoming changes to crop insurance for the 2026 season to ensure they’re getting the full benefits of new premium support and endorsements. Expanded discounts are available for beginning farmers and ranchers. “That discount used to only be for five years and the “One Big Beautiful Bill” did extend that to ten,” said Wolfe. “They should talk to their agent to see if they need a new application? How can they now qualify for that additional discount?” Wolfe also encouraged farmers to communicate any changes in their operation, such as adding new family members or retiring, to their crop insurance agent to avoid eligibility issues.