Farmers Face Deadline: Enroll in PLC or ARC by December 11
Farm managers in Michigan and elsewhere can now enroll in either Price Loss Coverage (PLC) or Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) for the 2026 production year. The enrollment period, which was delayed by eight months, opened on September 16 and will run through December 11.
During this time, farmers can take advantage of actual yield data from harvest to inform their decision-making process. Those who fail to enroll by the deadline will automatically be re-enrolled in their 2025 program choice, but will lose eligibility for a 2026 payment.
The USDA is reminding farmers to complete enrollment before December 11 and has scheduled webinars hosted by MSU Extension to help producers navigate the decision-making process. The first webinar, on November 5, will focus on corn, soybeans, and wheat crops and provide information on crop insurance, commodity programs, and more.