The Navajo Nation Department of Agriculture has instructed farmers and ranchers to disregard communications from CKP Insurance President Chuck Hemphill, as CKP was not renewed for 2025 due to procurement violations and poor customer service. A new agent will handle the Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage (PRF) Insurance Program to protect against forage losses from drought. CKP has reportedly spread misinformation and restricted access to important resources, complicating benefit delivery. The Department of Agriculture is working on 2025 AIF applications to ensure ongoing support for Navajo farmers and ranchers, while the Navajo Department of Justice seeks to reclaim control of the AIF website.

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