Harding Hall 202
Economics-Box 2220
University Station
Brookings, SD 57007
Matthew provides analysis and insights for producers and agribusinesses as they understand and implement commodity marketing and insurance tools. He serves on the technical advisory committee of the Livestock Marketing Information Center (LMIC) and participates on the NCCC-134 regional committee.
For South Dakota producers, choosing between Price Loss Coverage (PLC) and Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) is an important part of managing farm risk. Before deciding, producers should weigh expected prices, county yields, and which program better fits their operation.
The Pasture, Rangeland and Forage – Rainfall Index crop insurance program has been available in South Dakota since 2013, and some South Dakota producers have used its payouts to protect their operation from the risks of forage loss when rainfall falls below the local average.
The SDSU Extension crop insurance team is here to answer all questions related to crop insurance endorsements, as well as to provide information and materials needed to make crop insurance decisions.
