As temperatures rise, the US Corn Belt could see insurance claims soar

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By Frida GarzaMay 14, 2025, 4:30 am352 ptsTop
In the United States, farmers have access to federally subsidized crop insurance — a backstop that affords them some peace of mind in the face of extreme weather. When droughts, floods, or other natural disasters ruin a season’s harvest, farmers can rely on insurance policies that will pay out a certain…

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