Part 3
Is it okay to use another adjusters production worksheet to finish your claim if there is a share from another AIP?
Yes, try to work claim together, but if unable to then the production worksheet can be used.
Who's responsibility is it to fix errors on on an insured acreage report?
The AIP.
Production must be kept separate.
What is the specified time to submit a notice of loss for a planted crop?
Within 72 hours of initial time of discovery, but no later than 15 days after the end of insurance period.
Is replanting a first crop considered a second crop?
No.
If someone is acting on behalf of the insured, but is not authorized to sign, can they sign on behalf of the insured?
No, unless it is verified with the AIP.
What are acceptable double-cropping records?
Production history records, settlement sheets, bin measurement, FSA maps, FSA 578s.
If a delayed notice of loss is accepted does that mean the claim will get paid?
No, acceptance is still dependent upon whether all loss determinations are satisfactorily made.
What is a subsequent crop?
A crop following a second crop or following an insured crop that is prevented from being planted after a 1st insured crop.
If damage results from hail or fire, what does the adjuster do?
Make an appraisal for uninsured causes of loss if the damage exceeds the deductible established in the policy.
On an inspection for the 1st insured crop, the adjuster must obtain what?
Certification from the insured certifying their intent to:
a) plant a 2nd crop on any of the acreage released
b) cash rent to a person who plans to plant an insured crop on 1st crop acreage