Keep America Growing

Episode 16: Digging into a new farmer survey all about crop insurance

Join market researcher Claudine Wargel to discuss a new national survey that reveals how farmers feel about crop insurance.

Episode 15: Sales Closing through an Agent’s Eyes

NCIS President Tom Zacharias sits down with veteran crop insurance agent Jason Williamson from Ohio to discuss one of the most critical deadlines in agriculture – the crop insurance sales closing date. 

Episode 14: A Discussion with NCIS Chairmen

The leaders of two crop insurance companies join the latest edition of Keep America Growing to discuss recent growth in the program and what the future may hold.

Episode 13: Farm Policy 101 with Dr. Joe Outlaw

Farm policy expert Dr. Joe Outlaw from Texas A&M University joins the latest episode of Keep America Growing to discuss the basics of U.S. farm policy and how crop insurance fits into the mix.

Episode 12: This Holiday Season, Much to be Thankful For – Much to Think About

The holiday season is a time for reflection, gratitude, and planning for the future – themes that inspired this episode of Keep America Growing.

Episode 11: The Presidential Election and a Strong Public-Private Partnership

If November's election taught us anything, it’s that everyday Americans expect real economic results in difficult times. Hear how crop insurance delivered just that for rural economies during the recent hurricanes and how the industry plans to work with the incoming Trump administration.

Episode 10: U.S. Farmers Make History, Help Fund Their Own Safety Net

In the latest episode of Keep America Growing, travel back in time to learn about the history of farm policy, and how U.S. farmers are making history today by helping to fund their own safety net.

Episode 9: Crop Insurance Has a Permanent Place in U.S. Farm Policy

What happens to crop insurance if a new Farm Bill can’t be worked out? That’s the topic of this episode of Keep America Growing, a monthly podcast all about crop insurance.