2018 Harvested Production Report (HPR) and Online Instructions

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1 August Harvested Production Report (HPR) and Online Instructions The HPR deadline is November 30 If your HPR is not completed and returned by November 30, you will be charged a $100 late filing fee and late claims will be subject to a late fee of 25% of the indemnity to a maximum of $1,000. Last year you completed your HPR online, therefore you will not receive an HPR package in the mail this year as all the updates and instructions are included in this . You can contact your MASC office to request an HPR paper copy and can file in the following methods: Mail your HPR (must be received by November 30 or clearly postmarked on or before November 30 or it will be considered late). MASC recommends Registered Mail or Xpress Post to ensure a mailing date is verifiable. Fax it to your MASC office. Deliver it to your MASC office. Scan and it to your MASC office. IMPORTANT REMINDER ON HOW TO REPORT YOUR STORED PRODUCTION MASC has encountered problems with the way stored production is reported on some HPRs, particularly when the bushel weight is significantly higher than the Canadian Grain Commission standard test weight. Please record the volume based on bin measurements. MASC will adjust the volume based on the test weight that you provide. For example, if you have a full 2,000 bushel bin of oats weighing 43 pounds per bushel, then report it as such. To determine actual net production, MASC will multiply 2,000 bushels times 43 pounds, divided by the standard test weight of 34 pounds, for a net volume of 2,530 bushels in that bin. FILING A CLAIM It is your responsibility to advise MASC if you have a claim. You are required to provide minimum 10 days notice prior to feeding any production or your claim may be denied. The deadline to register a claim without penalty for Greenfeed, Select Hay, Basic Hay, Enhanced Quality Option, Harvest Flood Option, and Forage Restoration is September 30 (for 2018 only, October 1). October 15 is the last day to register a Harvest Flood Option and Forage Restoration claim. November 30 is the last day to register a Greenfeed, Select Hay, Basic Hay, Enhanced Quality Option, and insured crop claim. If your insured forage fields were damaged or destroyed by excess moisture, you may be eligible for a Forage Restoration claim. Also, if you would like the payment deferred, please advise your MASC office as indemnity cheques cannot be returned for deferral. MASC may pay post harvest claims from HPR declarations. If you do not report a grade, dockage and/or test weight, the guaranteed grade, historical average dockage and/or standard test weight will be applied. Test weights can be recorded as grams per half litre or as pounds per bushel. Use the AVERY method if reporting in pounds per bushel. PRIVATE HAIL OR OTHER THIRD PARTY LOSS If you had hail damage not appraised by MASC Hail Insurance or other yield losses in which a third party provided compensation, provide a copy of the private insurance company s proof of loss to your MASC office. The percentage hail loss will be added to your production to adjust your Individual Productivity Index (IPI). All 2018 private proofs of loss must be submitted by August 15, 2019.

2 August 2018 INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING THE ONLINE HARVESTED PRODUCTION REPORT To complete your Harvested Production Report (HPR) you will need records of: yields fertilizer stored production/bin capacity information (including test weight, grade and dockage), be sure to indicate the percent protein for Red Spring Wheat and Hard White Wheat fed production and/or production used for seed (fall rye, winter wheat) sales receipts for sold production INDIVIDUAL CROPS There is a separate data entry selection for each crop and unit that was listed on your 2018 Seeded Acreage Report (SAR). Your total coverage in tonnes is listed beside each crop type. CROPS WITH AN OFFSET Please note that if you seeded both Argentine and Polish Canola, irrigated and dryland processing potatoes, irrigated and dryland table potatoes, or any combination of commercial and Pedigreed crops (Wheat, Barley, Oats, Flax, Canola, Rapeseed, Field Peas, and Soybeans) there is a separate data entry for each crop type, but the total coverage listed is the combination of both types. Yield and production information must be listed on the appropriate HPR for each crop type. FORAGE HPR If you have Select Hay, Basic Hay, Greenfeed or Silage Corn acres, please follow the instructions that are included in this package for completing your Forage HPR. Section A: Field Documentation Section A must be completed for fields of all crops, even crops that were not insured. If you share production with a landlord or on a crop share basis with any other producer, you must report the total harvested production (not just your share) on your HPR. Record the Gross Yield per Seeded Acre for each field and the unit of measurement used. Indicate "Y" (Yes) if you used pedigreed seed or "N" (No) if you did not. For insurance purposes, pedigreed seed includes certified, registered and foundation seed. If you discover an error, you must contact your MASC office to revise the HPR data entry system. For example, if you reported 100 acres of canola on your SAR, but you actually seeded 130, contact your agent to record the change correctly as an SAR revision is required. Reporting Unharvested, Destroyed, or Crops put to Alternate Use If part or all of a field is unharvested, destroyed, or put to an alternate use, select the appropriate end use for the affected acreage (i.e. unharvested or destroyed or cut and baled ) in the Gross Yield Per Seeded Acre column. If only part of a field has been harvested, list the number of acres that were harvested along with the yield per acre, then on a separate entry, list the number of acres and the reason they were not harvested. Once the unharvested fields are harvested or destroyed, please contact your MASC office to revise your HPR. Record the amount of Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium and Sulphur (in actual pounds per acre) applied to each field. Only record inputs relating to this year s crop. Do not record inputs applied after harvest. If manure was applied the previous fall or prior to seeding, select "manure" in the Fertilizer section. jrmasc#641revaugust2018

3 Section B: Production Sold, Fed or Used for Seed to Date Record the Total Net Sold production from the 2018 crop. Sales receipts do not need to be sent to your MASC office, but must be made available in the event of a production verification or a claim. Include the amount of net production that has been delivered but not sold (in elevator storage or in transit) in the first column. Record the Total Used for Feed or Seed production (e.g. fall rye or winter wheat that has been used for seed this fall). Be sure to indicate whether the production is in Bushels, Pounds, Tonnes or CWT. Record the Grade of all production declared in Section B (sales of the same grade can be grouped into one total). For feed or seed, the grade should be determined as accurately as possible but official grading is not required. For Red Spring Wheat and Hard White Wheat, be sure to list the predominant protein level after the grade (e.g. #2CW 14.7). Section C: Total Remaining Stored Production All stored production from the 2018 crop must be reported in Section C (do not list grain stored from prior years). Each storage unit (e.g. bin, pile) for the specified crops must be listed separately. Identify your bins by code or name (e.g. A, B or 1, 2). Grain that is not stored in a confined area should be listed as a pile. If grain is unmeasurable, answer No to Is the bin measurable? and record the estimated gross volume of grain. All bins should be measured for accuracy, but you only need to record the total volume per bin on the HPR. Formulas for calculating the amount of grain stored in a bin or pile can be found on MASC's website at masc.mb.ca. As part of the Online HPR, MASC has a Bin Yard Diagram Calculator to increase the ease and accuracy of reporting harvested production. You can access the calculator by clicking on the Stored Production section. From there, click Add, and then click Show Bin Diagram(s). Choose an existing bin to display its measurements. To measure production, simply enter the height of stored grain and if applicable, height of pile. The volume of grain will be calculated. Then click on Apply the calculated bin volume (in tonnes) to the current bin. Net production is based on the declared volume of grain in the bin, dockage and test weight. Record the unit of measure, dockage, test weight and grade of the grain stored in each bin or pile. If you do not record the dockage, test weight and grade, a historical provincial average dockage, standard test weight and guaranteed grade will be applied where applicable. The grade should be reported as accurately as possible, but official grading is not required. For Red Spring Wheat and Hard White Wheat, be sure to list the predominant protein level after the grade. For Oats, if you do not indicate a test weight, a standard default weight of 34 lbs/bu will be used on your HPR. Potential Claim Determination Add the total production from Section B and Section C and compare this amount to the total coverage that is indicated on the data entry screen to assist you in determining if you have a claim. If your total production is less than the total coverage listed, finalize your HPR for that crop to initiate a post harvest claim. If part of your production is from uninsured fields remember to deduct the amount of uninsured production from your total production. Please note that this comparison does not take into account any reduction in harvested production due to grade adjustments. It is your responsibility to determine if you have a claim and to file the claim with your MASC office by November 30. If you are in doubt, contact your MASC office. Also, if you would like the payment deferred, please advise your MASC office as indemnity cheques cannot be returned for deferral. If you have any questions or encounter a problem while filing online, please contact your MASC office for assistance.

August 2018 INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING THE ONLINE FORAGE HARVESTED PRODUCTION REPORT (includes Select Hay, Basic Hay, Silage Corn and Greenfeed) FILING A CLAIM It is your responsibility to advise

4 August 2018 INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING THE ONLINE FORAGE HARVESTED PRODUCTION REPORT (includes Select Hay, Basic Hay, Silage Corn and Greenfeed) FILING A CLAIM It is your responsibility to advise MASC if you have a claim. You are required to provide a minimum 10 days notice prior to feeding any production or your claim may be denied. The deadline to register a claim without penalty for Greenfeed, Select Hay, Basic Hay, Enhanced Quality Option, Harvest Flood Option, and Forage Restoration is September 30 (for 2018 only, October 1). October 15 is the last day to register a Harvest Flood Option and Forage Restoration claim. November 30 is the last day to register a Greenfeed, Select Hay, Basic Hay, Enhanced Quality Option, and insured crop claim. If your insured forage fields were damaged or destroyed by excess moisture, you may be eligible for a Forage Restoration claim. Also, if you would like the payment deferred, please advise your MASC office as indemnity cheques cannot be returned for deferral. FIELD DOCUMENTATION (Do not record bales per acre as the total number of bales per field is required.) For Select Hay, Basic Hay and Greenfeed, click on the legal description and indicate the number of cuts taken, total number of bales harvested, the weight and moisture from each field of forage. If you harvested high moisture wrapped bales, list the number of bales, the weight and moisture at the time of harvest. If you harvested more than one bale size or type of bale from a single field, complete a new entry in the field information section and record the weight and number of each bale size/type separately. Bale weights vary from year to year. If possible, have several bales weighed to ensure that an accurate weight is recorded. If some forage acres were not harvested or were put to alternate use, click on the appropriate reason for it not being harvested: Harvest For Seed, Unharvested/Not Required, Unharvested/Zero, Too Wet To Harvest, Cut But Too Wet To Harvest, Permanent Pasture, Temporary Pasture, or Destroyed. If a forage field is harvested and then destroyed, enter the amount of production in the first entry and the destroyed acres in the following entry. If your production is stored in a silo or silage pit, click on silage as the type of storage. Declare the total weight of the silage in the weight column and the percent moisture at the time of harvest. To determine the silage volume, contact your MASC office or refer to MASC's website at masc.mb.ca. Forage Relative Feed Value (RFV) and Silage Corn Total Digestible Nutrients (TDN) If a sample has been taken, record the RFV/TDN of the sample in the appropriate box. If the RFV/TDN is not known, leave it blank or click on one of the forage quality options that best describes the harvested crop: Excellent, Good, Poor or Spoiled. The reporting of RFV/TDN or Forage Quality will help determine if a claim is warranted due to quality. If you have Select Alfalfa with the Enhanced Quality Option, make certain that the harvested production corresponds to the appropriate RFV test. If you do not record the RFV section, MASC will assume that the harvested production has a RFV that is equal to the RFV guarantee. Indicate the amount of fertilizer applied. Only record inputs relating to this year s crop. If manure was applied, select "manure" under Fertilizer. Note: MASC will, on request, appraise unharvested forage and apply the appraised production for claim and future probable yield calculations. This includes acres not harvested, that are used for pasture and potential second or third cuts not taken due to surplus production. If you have any questions regarding the reporting of your forage information, please contact your MASC office for assistance. jrmasc#641revaugust 2018 Version française disponible

5 IMPORTANT REMINDERS FOR 2018 Reminder for 2019 Excess Moisture Insurance Selections The deadline for making changes to the Excess Moisture Insurance (EMI) Reduced Deductible Option and EMI Higher Dollar Value Options is November 30. Land must be added to your AgriInsurance Contract by April 1, 2019 in order for those acres to be eligible for EMI coverage in that year. Land added after April 1 will continue to be eligible for coverage for seeded crops and hail, but not for EMI. Grade Guarantee for Winter Wheat Winter wheat varieties designated by the Canadian Grain Commission as Canada Western Red Wheat (CWRW) have a grade guarantee of #3 CWRW and varieties designated as Canada Western Special Purpose (CWSP) have a grade guarantee of #1 CWSP. Grade Guarantee for Canada Northern Hard Red Wheat Varieties designated by the Canadian Grain Commission as Canada Northern Hard Red (CNHR) have a grade guarantee of #2 CNHR. Novel Crops Novel Crop Insurance provides coverage on crops not currently covered by the AgriInsurance program due to the relatively small number of acres grown and/or lack of data or information available. Crops grown under Novel Crops have a separate HPR and producers are encouraged to complete the HPR page for research and program development. Claim Notification Deadline for Greenfeed is September 30 The deadline for registering a claim without a late fee is September 30 (for 2018 only, October 1). The final deadline for registering a claim is November 30. Claims filed after September 30, but before November 30, are subject to a late fee. Tile Drainage MASC is asking insureds for assistance in the reporting of tile drained acres. Collected information will be used for research and future program development. Contact your MASC office and report your new and if never reported existing tile drained acres. Western Livestock Price Insurance (WLPIP) WLPIP allows cattle and hog producers the ability to purchase insurance to manage market price risk. There is no sign-up deadline or obligation to purchase insurance policies to participate in this program. However, producers are required to apply for a WLPIP contract. To apply and receive further information in regards to this program, contact your MASC office or call

6 mymasc MASC has officially launched mymasc, a unified site for all of MASC's client applications. The new mobile-friendly mymasc portal site is being phased in to replace the MASC s previous Online Services, and currently features a new secure sign-in experience, a summary status page for all past and current contracts and loans, and a unified menu for all of MASC's older applications. Newly updated versions of MASC s client applications will be added to mymasc as they become available. To sign-in, visit and click the mymasc link at the top of the page. On the new mymasc sign-in page, enter your username (the address currently associated with your Online Services account) and your existing password. With mymasc, you can: complete Seeded Acreage Reports and Harvested Production Reports complete prior years grain inventory reports apply for Hail Insurance and register hail claims view and print the status of claims to see the amount of the claim and monitor the payment process view and print Confirmations of Insurance to review insured land, probable yields, dollar values and coverage levels, etc. view and print Crop Management History to see crops grown, varieties used, seeding dates, average yields, and fertilizer application on a per legal basis from the past five years view and print Statements of Insurance to confirm coverage by crop and legal description view and print Statements of Account (insurance) access a calculator to review Crop Coverage Plus scenarios view and print AgriStability Acreage Information and Crop Inventory Valuation view MASC loan details, including approved amounts, interest rates, current principal balances and accrued interest view pre-authorized payment loan information view historical loan transaction information view security held for each loan Contact your MASC office to register for mymasc, if you ve forgotten your password, or you require any assistance. Win a Handheld Grain Moisture Tester and Digital Bushel Weight Scale Complete your 2018 Harvested Production Report via mymasc at and you ll have a chance to win one of three handheld grain moisture testers and digital bushel weight scales (approximate value of $500). Please see contest rules on our website.

7 Lock in with Low Rates MASC offers a full range of loan programs with competitive long-term fixed rates of up to 25 years and no prepayment penalties! Our Direct Loan limit has recently increased to $3.5 million. Loans are available for: financing operating expenses; purchasing new or used agricultural equipment, land and buildings, breeding livestock, and supply management quota; constructing or renovating farm buildings and homes; consolidating and refinancing debts, and more. Just starting out? MASC s Young Farmer Rebate and Flexible Financing Options can help you access the financing necessary to establish or expand your farm operation. For more information about these and other MASC programs and services, visit or stop by one of our local offices. See the reverse side of this sheet for MASC s August 2018 interest rates. MASC Lending Offices Arborg 317 River Rd Phone: Beausejour (Satellite) 20-1st St S Phone: Brandon Unit First Street S Phone: Carman 65-3rd Ave NE Phone: Dauphin 27-2nd Ave SW Phone: Headingley Monterey Road Phone: Killarney 203 South Railway Phone: Melita 139 Main St Phone: Morris (Loan Guarantee Division) 229 Main St S Phone: Neepawa 41 Main St E Phone: Portage la Prairie th St NW Phone: Roblin 117-2nd Ave NW Phone: Shoal Lake Burlington Building 4th Ave Phone: St. Pierre-Jolys 466 Sabourin St S Phone: Swan River 120-6th Ave N Phone: Teulon 77 Main St Phone: Virden 247 Wellington St W Phone: Lending and Insurance Building a Strong Rural Manitoba

8 Lending Rates Effective August 02, 2018 Term (years) 1* 4.125% Fixed Rate Terms Interest Amortized Payment per $1, Rate Monthly Quarterly Semi-Annual % % % % % % % *For Stocker Loans 1 Year 4.125% 2 Year 4.375% Renewable Rate Terms 3 Year 4.500% 4 Year 4.625% 5 Year 4.750% Interest Rates are subject to change without notice

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