COVERAGE FOR THE HOBBY FARMER

Whether you have a modest fruit and vegetable stand, a small pick-your own orchard, Christmas tree operation, or a few horses out to pasture - if you have a farm, no matter how small, you have risks. We understand that farm and ranch operations of varying size and scope, from the largest nurseries to the smallest wineries, have very different needs.  We serve the more common types of farming throughout the northeast (dairy, horse, beef, poultry, produce, orchard) along with the more unusual (ostriches, llamas, aquaculture operations).

As an offshoot of Farm Family's Special Farm Package 10®, the Country Estate Program was designed for people who enjoy farming on the side, but make the majority of their income elsewhere.  Country Estate goes beyond traditional farm coverage, providing a flexible farm package that's tailored to the needs of hobby farmers like yourself.

Who Can Qualify for Country Estate?

Generally, if you have less than $13,000 of farming income, and have 10 or less large animals, 5 of which can be horses, or 40 or less small animals, you could qualify for country estate. Give us a call to discuss if your operation could be covered under Country Estate.

PROTECTION YOU NEED

At Farm Family, we understand that a standard one-size fits all policy simply doesn't fit.  Your operation is unique, and your insurance coverage should address this fact.  Depending on the coverage desired, you may customize your policy by choosing among five divisions and a variety of options within those divisions.  

COVERAGE YOU NEED

Unlike the Homeowners policy you may be using now to cover your farming exposures, Country Estate allows you to customize your policy more precisely to to match your individual need.  Protection tailored just for you helps ensure you're getting exactly what you need and that you are not paying for extra coverages you don't want. SFP 10® Country Estate Program combines similar perils (cause of loss, such as windstorm, fire, theft, etc.) into groups, to achieve the combination of coverages that are right for you.  Tailored protection helps ensure you're getting exactly what you want - and that you're not paying extra for coverages you don't want.

* Subject to exclusions

WE UNDERSTAND YOUR HOBBY

Don't take the fun out of your hobby by not preparing yourself for the unexpected.  By and large, farming is a family endeavour, rich in tradition.  But the way you operate your business can change considerably from one generation to the next.  New techniques, shifts in the marketplace, and laws and regulations are but a few of the many factors that can impact your daily life.

Some things, however, do remain constant.  Whether you raise cows or beef cattle, grow produce or cash crops, operate a horse stable, or manage a greenhouse, you shouldn't have to worry about whether you have the the correct insurance coverage to fit your ever changing needs.  That's why you need an insurance agent who knows your business, and understands the unique challenges of it.  As your business changes, so do we.