“Insurance is the number one thing that you want to have on the farm,” Eddie said. “That's the first and foremost thing.”
USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) provides crop insurance that allows farmers to manage risks and recover from disasters. Approved providers sell and manage these policies in every state, including Puerto Rico, forming a strong public-private partnership.
As input costs rise and weather becomes more unpredictable, farmers face greater financial risk. Eddie explains that one bad year can cost a farmer their land. That’s why crop insurance isn’t optional—it’s essential.
Eddie’s long-time insurance agent has become like family, first working with his grandfather and now supporting the current generation. Eddie hopes to pass the farm on to his children, just like it was passed to him.
The Lewis family’s experience shows how important it is to plan for the unexpected. With insurance, they don’t just survive—they rebuild, replant, and continue their legacy.