” />The U.S. Department of Agriculture is reminding farmers that several important crop insurance deadlines are approaching for fall-planted crops. USDA officials say the next major sales closing dates are Sept. 1 and Sept. 30, although specific deadlines vary by crop and location. Crop insurance can help protect agricultural producers against financial losses resulting from adverse weather, declines in production and other covered risks. The federal crop insurance program is administered by USDA’s Risk Management Agency and delivered through approved private crop insurance companies and agents. Producers can contact their crop insurance agent for deadlines and coverage options specific to their operation.