Mulling Over Prevented Planted Acres? Here Are Some Resources

By: Successful Farming Staff

If you’ve been battling heavy spring rains and flooded fields, now is the time that you’re thinking about prevented planting.

In Minnesota, for example, many of these these farmers will have to decide what to do when the final planting dates of May 31 for corn and June 10 for soybeans in most areas, says Dave Bau, University of Minnesota Extension educator.

The USDA’s Federal Crop Insurance Corporation policies have prevented planting provisions for payment if planting cannot occur before the final plant date. There are also options to plant after the final planting date, but with reduced insurance coverage.