What Is One Farmer, One File? MyAgData Has It Today.

When USDA announced “One Farmer, One File,” farmers took notice. MyAgData has been building that reality for over a decade through electronic acreage reporting, and it’s available today. MyAgData CEO Michelle Tressel explains why farmers don’t need to wait until 2028 to simplify acreage reporting and improve reporting accuracy. Read more about One Farmer, One File.
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With MyAgData, you use the field data you already collect to create accurate, ready-to-file reports. We are already trusted by growers, agencies, and partners nationwide.

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What Does One Farmer, One File Mean for Acreage Reporting?

A simpler way to manage farmer records across USDA programs

USDA’s “One Farmer, One File” initiative is designed to create one streamlined record that follows the farmer across FSA, NRCS, and RMA, reducing duplicate paperwork and making program delivery faster and easier.

MyAgData helps bring that vision to life today with digital acreage reporting built for real farm workflows.
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One record, no repeated paperwork

MyAgData helps farmers take advantage of that vision today with a digital reporting workflow built for how acreage reporting actually happens.

Long-term modernization

By moving away from disconnected systems and paper-heavy processes, the goal is to make reporting more accurate, efficient, and easier to manage.

A more connected future

The initiative reflects a shift toward digital systems that reduce fragmentation and make it easier for farmer information to move across reporting processes.

Focused on simplicity over time

Rather than adding more systems for farmers to manage, the goal is to create a simpler experience where core information is easier to maintain and use.

It's Time for Electronic Acreage Reporting

Don't wait until 2028.
File seamlessly with accurate data to both FSA and your Crop Insurance agent today.
Fewer office visits, more peace of mind—and a smarter way to report that’s already aligned with One Farmer, One File.
Save time on acreage reporting

Save Time on Reporting

“After using MyAgData’s managed services and seeing how much less time I spent on reporting, I will never go back.”



– Grower, Bottineau County, ND
Cost savings and improved APH for crop insurance

Save Money & Increase APH

“Being able to break out my waterways and unplanted cropland in MyAgData by using my Deere data was a gamechanger for my reporting, I saved 5% on my premiums and increased my APH.”

– Grower, Fillmore County, MN
Flexible acreage reporting based on how you farm

Report the Way You Farm

“Certifying using MyAgData and my Climate data greatly increased the accuracy of my acres and was very easy on my end as a farmer.”



– Grower, Cass County, ND

Frequently Asked Questions

Understand how One Farmer, One File works, what it means today, and why more farmers are exploring digital reporting.

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What does USDA's One Farmer, One File mean for my farm records?

One Farmer, One File is USDA’s initiative to create a more connected farmer record across programs, with the goal of reducing duplicate paperwork and simplifying how information is managed over time.

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Do farmers need to wait until 2028 to use electronic acreage reporting?

No. While USDA has outlined a longer-term modernization effort, farmers can already begin using MyAgData that simplifies acreage reporting and reduces reliance on paper-heavy processes today.

03

Does electronic acreage reporting replace local FSA offices?

No. Digital acreage reporting is meant to support and simplify the reporting process, not replace the role of local FSA offices. The goal is better accuracy, less manual work, and a smoother experience for everyone involved.

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Why switch from paper acreage reporting to electronic reporting?

For many farmers, paper maps have been the standard for decades. But as reporting requirements grow more connected, digital acreage reporting can reduce repeat paperwork, save time, and make updates easier to manage without changing the core information farmers already know.

Acreage Reporting Deadlines

Spring Planted Crops:
July 15 (most states)
Winter Planted Crops:
November 15 (northern states) | December 15 (midwest states) | January 15 (southern states)
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Testimonials
"Using MyAgData saved me hours of back-and-forth and helped me lower my premiums. They allowed me to give the color crayons back to my kids."


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Quentin C.
Corn & Soy, Nebraska
“FSA paper maps are like a chisel and hammer – it’s 2026 there has to be a better way.”

“I love working with the MyAgData team – they allow me to report the way I farm.”
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Steve P.
Corn & Soybeans, Illinois
“Biggest benefit for our operation is that we can focus on other things instead of worrying about getting acreage reports done. Make sure you’re ready for a simple trip to the FSA office for acreage reporting along with going to the crop insurance agency.”
Ben Bring, corn grower in North Dakota
Ben B.
Corn, North Dakota
“Reporting actual acres using my precision ag data saves me money – 10% difference from my planted acres versus CLU boundaries.”



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Rance D.
Rice & Soybeans, Missouri
"MyAgData is the best system in the market for a large operation like ours."



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Belltown Farms
Regenerative Organic Row Crop & Specialty Grain

Who We Serve

MyAgData connects everyone involved in acreage reporting with accurate, shared field data. Every group benefits from cleaner reports, fewer corrections, and a simpler workflow.
Crop Insurance
Agents receive accurate, grower-verified planting data that reduces premiums.
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Industry Partners
Verified field data supports better insights and stronger grower relationships.
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FSA
Precise, ready-to-file reports based on actual field data, improve accuracy and reduces office traffic.
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