
Iowa crop producers can enroll in the USDA’s ARC and PLC programs for the 2027 crop year during the stated sign-up period, with the 2026 election period also running through Dec. 11.
ARC payments depend on county revenue, while PLC payments are tied primarily to national average prices; the article lists 2026 reference prices of $4.42 per bushel for corn and $10.71 for soybeans.
These programs provide a safety net against low prices or revenue shortfalls, which can influence producers’ income expectations and risk management. Enrollment guidance alone does not change near-term grain supply or demand.
After 439 past neutral policy events, Corn moved a median +0.1% over 5 sessions (51% higher; middle half -1.3% to +1.2%), and +1.1% over 20.
After 554 past neutral policy events, Soybeans moved a median +0.0% over 5 sessions (51% higher; middle half -1.4% to +1.6%), and +0.6% over 20.
Moves of each commodity's benchmark from the last close before the event. Historical reads pool past events of the same kind; they describe what happened, not what will. Not investment advice.