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No. Crop Disaster Recovery (CDR) does not sell crop insurance policies. Instead, we work directly alongside your existing crop insurance agency and providers to ensure alignment between your insurance coverage and USDA program eligibility. Our role is to help you maximize your total recovery by coordinating all available resources, not replacing your current providers.
Yes. CDR provides services across the United States. At this time, we do not actively service Alaska, Puerto Rico, or Hawaii due to logistical and time zone constraints that can impact the effectiveness of coordination with local FSA offices and required meetings.
Yes. CDR acts as your authorized representative in working with USDA agencies, including the Farm Service Agency (FSA). Because every operation is unique, we require a formal application and onboarding process to evaluate your situation, determine eligibility, and ensure we structure your case correctly from the start.
Yes. CDR has extensive experience working with the Tree Assistance Program (TAP), along with a wide range of USDA disaster and conservation programs. Our team navigates program requirements, documentation, and compliance to ensure your operation is properly positioned for eligibility and payment.
Yes. CDR employs specialists across multiple program areas. Kim Lott, one of the founders of CDR, oversees the honeybee division, including the Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-Raised Fish (ELAP). Our team is structured to provide focused expertise depending on your commodity and loss type, ensuring accurate and compliant submissions.
In most cases, yes. CDR can assist in reviewing, responding to, and appealing adverse decisions issued by USDA agencies. The appeals division is overseen by one of the founders, David Lott, and his team. These cases are often time-sensitive and dependent on agency deadlines, so early engagement is critical. Our team works to build a defensible, well-documented position on your behalf.
No. CDR is not a law firm and does not provide legal services. We serve as professional farmer representatives specializing in USDA program navigation, compliance, and dispute support. While we are not licensed attorneys, we bring deep program knowledge and experience. All outcomes are dependent on program rules and eligibility; payments are not guaranteed.
CDR primarily operates on a contingency-based model. In most cases, our fee ranges from 15% to 30% of funds successfully recovered, depending on the complexity and scope of the case. If no payment is secured, no contingency fee is owed. Specific terms are clearly outlined in your service agreement prior to engagement.
Yes. This is a core part of what we do. CDR serves as your direct point of contact with the FSA and other USDA agencies, managing communication, documentation, and follow-up. Our goal is to allow you to remain focused on your operation while we handle the administrative and compliance side of the process.
