2025 ARC and PLC Recommendations in Brief

Expected prices for 2025 are low for many crops. Enroll in commodity support programs now. If markets change, you can change your elections before the April 15th deadline. I will monitor market projections and policies during the sign-up period and update my recommendations if warranted, but I do not anticipate having to do so.

Summary of recommendations for Wisconsin farmers for the 2025 crop year:

  1. Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Oats: Signup for County ARC (ARC-CO), but if you want to buy SCO (Supplemental Coverage Option) crop insurance, then signup for PLC
  2. Sorghum, Barley, Sunflower Seeds: Signup for County ARC (ARC-CO)

Resources for Making ARC and PLC Decisions for 2025

UW ARC/PLC Extension Page: https://aae.wisc.edu/pdmitchell/extension/arc-plc-signup/

  • Videos: Explanations for 2025 Signup Recommendations:

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