The Agricultural Risk Protection Act of 2000, signed into law in June 2000, changed the process by which RMA develops and maintains pilot programs. Section 131 of the Act prohibits the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) from conducting research and development for new policies, and requires that new product development be accomplished through contracts or partnerships. Grower organizations and other groups may develop new policies at their own expense and request reimbursement from FCIC after products are approved.

For more information, contact Ron Lundine.