Farrell Agencies in Stoughton celebrated on Friday, July 7, with a free community BBQ to mark the opening of their new building in town. Previously on Main Street, Farrell Agencies relocated to 400 Railway Ave.
“Three and a half years ago we took over Tramer Agency with the hope that we could establish ourselves in a new community, removed from Yorkton,” Jason Farrell explained. “Three and a half years later we’ve invested in a new office to service this region, which is a direct reflection of the support we have received from the area.”
“We are huge believers in supporting community events and supporting the communities were serve in general, it’s a large part of our culture here; so, everything we do is based on the communities we serve.”
This includes the free BBQ on July 6, which had a donation box set out for the Stoughton Legion – currently raising funds for a new roof. As the only hall left in the community it has become an important facility in the community.
Farrell Agencies is based out of Yorkton and has branches in Bredenbury, Churchbridge, Foam Lake, Langenburg, Stoughton, and Theodore which allows clients to stop in at any Farrell Agency and be assisted.
“What makes us unique is the number of insurance markets we represent,” Farrell explained. “We represent 23 different insurance markets, which allows us to give consumers choices they’ve never had before. At anytime Farrell Agencies can find you the best company for your needs at the most competitive price to suite all your insurance needs.”
“Our commitment to customer service has always been a differentiating factor as well; if our farm clients want or need an on-farm visit, they get one. We also have a 24-hour claims service where you’ll be talking to one of my staff and not just an answering service.”
In addition to these benefits, Farrell says that they have an exclusive insurance program for seed growers, processors, and retailers, which focuses on their unique needs.
There are three full-time staff who work at the Stoughton branch of Farrell Agencies including Candice Hoffman, Gayla Gilbertson, and Reine Verbeem – who is currently on maternity leave. With Verbeem away, Pat Rogers, who is retired but used to work for Tramer, is filling in for Verbeem.
Additionally, Brent Danchilla, works out of the Stoughton branch on occasion to help service agriculture related insurances as well.
Grinning, Farrell added, “You can’t work at Farrell Agencies unless you have a smile on your face and are genuinely happy to see your customers walk in; those are the only people I employ.”
Stoughton is excited to celebrate Farrell Agencies continued success in the community and thank them in turn for the investment and support of Stoughton.
