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PowerPoint SampleWhat is Livestock Gross Margin Insurance?

The first chapter provides a general overview of the LGM program. Some basic requirements for participation are also presented.

Topics covered include:

  • what Livestock Gross Margin (LGM) Insurance is;
  • the length of insurance coverage available with LGM;
  • which livestock can be insured with LGM;
  • where and when LGM is available;
  • how to purchase LGM;
  • how many head of livestock are insurable under LGM; and
  • how LGM is useful as a risk management tool.



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