03/16/2026
It seems crazy to realize spring planting is right around the corner with the frigid temperatures today and the snow flying āļø .. BUT, we are approaching the plant dates for corn and soybeans for the 2026 growing season. For our region in southern Illinois, the plant dates for corn is April 1, and April 5 for soybeans. Now, if you have the buy-up supplemental policy called āReplant Optionā, you can start planting as soon as today (only if you have Replant Option - check with your agent to see if you have this).
I also want to remind our producers that TODAY is the final day to sign up for crop insurance or make any changes to your current crop insurance policy you had in place for last year. We are seeing a lot of producers make changes due to the awful year we had last year, and the current drought monitor conditions that may impact this yearās growing season. We have also had a lot of interest in SCO and ECO this year. Reach out to your agent ASAP today if you wish to make any changes to this yearās growing season. Replant Option rates are still low this year, itās a great time to take advantage of that.
Angie - 618-214-5224, Steve - 618-214-0882, Paul 618-214-5223