Farm machinery is one of the most important investments on a farm. Tractors, combines, sprayers, seeders, loaders, and other machinery keep operations moving through short and demanding seasons. When a machinery claim happens, underinsurance can create serious problems. If machinery…
The weeks before harvest are some of the busiest on an Ontario farm. Machinery gets serviced. Storage gets cleared out. Extra hands get lined up for a season that leaves little room for delays. This is also the last practical…
Farm insurance can feel complicated, especially when one operation includes a home, barns, equipment, employees, contractors, storage, transportation, and business activity. For many farmers, the challenge is not just having insurance. It is understanding how coverage applies to the full…
Farm insurance can feel complicated because every farm is different with many moving parts. A grain, livestock operation, orchard, greenhouse, or custom farming business may each have different buildings, equipment, liability risks, and exposures. This guide breaks down how farm insurance…
Author: Bonnie Kluthe, VP Business Development, First Acre Insurance After more than 40 years in agricultural insurance and a lifetime on the farm, I know farmers have always managed risk. What feels different now is how quickly one risk can…
During planting, spraying, haying, and harvest, farm equipment is pushed hard. Long hours, changing field conditions, and narrow operating windows mean a small machinery issue can quickly become a costly disruption. For farmers and insurance brokers, one of the most…
Seasonal labour plays an important role in agriculture. During planting, harvest, processing, and other busy periods, many farms rely on temporary workers, contractors, family members, or volunteers to keep operations moving. While extra help can be essential, it can also…
May 2026 First Acre Insurance is proud to announce that CEO Robin Shufelt has been elected to the Canadian Association of Managing General Agents (CAMGA) Board of Directors. The appointment was confirmed following CAMGA’s Annual General Meeting held on May…
Farming is often seen as resilient, self-reliant work. But research shows many Canadian farmers report stress, burnout, and mental health challenges at rates higher than the general population. In a 2021 national survey, 76% of Canadian farmers reported moderate or…
Spring storm season brings a sharp rise in lightning‑related losses across Canadian farms and many of the most expensive claims don’t start with fire — they start with electrical failure. As farms modernize, outbuildings rely more heavily on automated systems…
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