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Phil and Charlie Gore

June 16, 2026

A Father-Son Legacy in Crop Insurance: Serving Farmers in the North Carolina Region

Father’s Day carries a special meaning when your father is also your business partner. For crop insurance agents working with Rural Community Insurance Services (RCIS), those partnerships often extend beyond family into long standing relationships that help farmers manage risk and plan for the future.

Generations have always played an important role in agriculture. Family farms, family businesses and agricultural careers are often built on lessons learned from those who came before. Phil and Charlie Gore have experienced that firsthand through their work at D.D. Cox Agency and their longtime relationship with RCIS.

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Meg Yandell, Vice President of Technical Claims with RCIS

April 23, 2026

Preparing for Crop Insurance Claims Starts Before the Season

Weather challenges remain a constant part of farming, making preparation an important part of each planning season. Crop insurance plays a key role in protecting operations when unexpected losses occur.

Meg Yandell, Vice President of Technical Claims with RCIS, recently spoke with Brownfield Ag News about how producers can prepare for potential claims and what steps can help simplify the process if damage occurs.

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National Ag Day - Celebrating 250 years of Progress in Agriculture

March 23, 2026

Thank You for All You do on National Ag Day

Today is National Ag Day! It's a moment to reflect on the incredible impact our industry has on communities, families and the world. On behalf of RCIS and our team, thank you to farmers, ranchers and producers for all you do to provide food and resources to the world. Your commitment, hard work and outstanding dedication make a real difference in your communities, our country and the world.

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Jeffrey Sands, Vice President of RCIS Federal Affairs

March 23, 2026

Understanding the Farm Bill: A Q&A on What It Means for Producers

The Farm Bill shapes many of the programs that support agriculture across the United States. While policy discussions in Washington, D.C., may seem far removed from daily farm operations, the decisions made through this legislation influence lending programs, rural development and the risk management tools producers rely on every year.

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