The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) Board of Directors has approved the new Turfgrass Value Select Pilot Insurance Program, expanding crop insurance options for turfgrass growers beginning with the 2027 crop year.

Key features of the new pilot program include:

  • Value Select coverage designed specifically for turfgrass producers.
  • Coverage levels ranging from 50% to 85%.
  • Availability in select counties across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Texas.
  • The first Sales Closing Date is September 1, 2026, for the 2027 crop year.

This new pilot program provides eligible turfgrass producers with additional risk management options tailored to their operations.

For complete program details, county availability, and eligibility requirements, please refer to Product Management Bulletin PM-038.