S. 2395: Mid-South Oilseed Double Cropping Study Act of 2025

The Mid-South Oilseed Double Cropping Study Act of 2025 is a bill that aims to amend the Federal Crop Insurance Act. Its main objective is to require the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) to conduct research and development on the inclusion of certain oilseed crops in double cropping and rotational cropping insurance policies.

Key Provisions of the Bill

Definition of Covered Oilseed Crops

The bill defines "covered oilseed crops" to specifically include:

• Rapeseed and canola crops that require a period of cold temperatures (known as vernalization) before they produce flowers and seeds.
• These crops must be planted and harvested on land that would otherwise remain idle within a crop rotation system.

Research and Development Responsibilities

The FCIC will either conduct its own research and development or enter into contracts with qualified individuals or organizations to carry out this work. The research will focus on:

• The factors affecting the availability and cost of crop insurance when including the defined oilseed crops in double cropping and rotational cropping policies.
• The potential risk management benefits of including these crops, such as impacts on soil health, biodiversity, and farming profitability.

Contract Award Emphasis

When awarding research contracts, the FCIC may prioritize those individuals or institutions that:

• Have prior research experience with the specified oilseed crops.
• Have access to suitable research facilities capable of conducting the required studies.

Reporting Requirements

Within 13 months after the bill's enactment, the FCIC must submit a report to both the Senate and House Agriculture Committees. This report must include:

• The findings from the research and development efforts.
• Any recommendations based on those findings.

Overall Purpose

The overall purpose of the Mid-South Oilseed Double Cropping Study Act is to enhance the understanding of the viability and benefits of integrating specific oilseed crops into existing agricultural practices under crop insurance policies, ultimately aiming to support farmers and improve agricultural sustainability.

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