If you grow pecans, you know the health of your trees is everything. While yield matters, protecting the trees themselves is what keeps your operation sustainable year after year. The Pecan Tree Policy is designed to do exactly that—and the May 15 sales closing date is approaching.
📌 What Is a Sales Closing Date?
A Sales Closing Date (SCD) is the final day to apply for or make changes to your crop insurance policy. After this date, coverage is locked in for the season, and you won’t be able to add or adjust a policy until the next year.
If you’re considering coverage—or reviewing your current policy—this deadline is your window to act.
🌳 Why the Pecan Tree Policy Matters
Unlike standard crop insurance that focuses on yield losses, this policy is tree-based. That means it covers the actual value of your trees, not just what they produce.
It’s a long-term safeguard for your orchard—especially in an industry where a single freeze, windstorm, or disease outbreak can set you back years.
🛡️ What Does It Cover?
The policy provides protection from many natural causes, including:
- Adverse weather
- Disease
- Freeze
- Flood
- Wind
- Drought
If these threats damage or destroy your pecan trees, this policy can help cover the cost of replacement or rehabilitation.
📅 Mark Your Calendar: May 15
The sales closing date for pecan tree policies is May 15. After this date, new coverage cannot be added until the next crop year.
That makes now the time to review your options and make any necessary changes.
Final Thoughts
Pecan orchards represent years of investment and management. Having the right coverage in place helps protect that investment when the unexpected happens.
If you’re evaluating your options or need help reviewing your current policy, our team is here to help.
