Bill > HR1613

This bill aims to require the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) to conduct research and development for a specialized crop insurance policy specifically for mushroom farmers. The bill directs the FCIC to research and potentially develop an insurance policy that covers mushroom growing media and mushroom production, with a comprehensive approach to addressing unique risks in mushroom farming. These risks include potential losses from pests like phorid and sciarid flies, fungal and viral pathogens, electricity disruptions due to weather, and losses of growing media from extreme rainfall events. The research must also explore best practices for risk minimization, consider whether to provide coverage for entire production processes or specific phases, develop streamlined reporting requirements that account for mushrooms' complex production cycles, and include potential revenue loss protections. The FCIC is required to submit a report to congressional agricultural committees within two years, detailing the research findings and providing recommendations. By mandating this specialized research, the bill recognizes the unique challenges faced by mushroom farmers and seeks to provide them with tailored crop insurance options that better reflect their agricultural sector's specific needs.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1613/all-info