The Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) is reminding producers to review the choices and options available for 2015 and to enrol, renew, or make any adjustments or changes to their coverage by March 31, 2015.
As Saskatchewan farmers adapt their operations to remain successful, SCIC is also evolving its Crop Insurance Program; providing greater flexibility and a wider range of options so producers can custom build their Crop Insurance coverage. Whether producers are currently in Crop Insurance, have been out of the program for a couple of years or are new to farming, they are encouraged to contact SCIC to find out how to build the coverage to fit their risk protection needs.
For 2015 there is greater choice for the Unseeded Acreage Feature. New coverage levels of $50, $70, $85 and $100 per acre have been created, giving producers choice about coverage for land that is too wet to seed due to excess spring moisture. Other enhancements to the 2015 Crop Insurance Program include adding hemp as an insurable crop and increasing the base grade for oats to a #2CW from a #3CW to reflect the improved quality of oats grown in the province.
The deadline for customers to apply for, make changes to or cancel a Crop Insurance contract is March 31, 2015. Producers who prefer to do their business online are encouraged to use CropConnect where they can review their coverage selections and use the online tools to see what coverage best fits the needs of the operation.
Detailed program and contract information is also available at any local Crop Insurance office, at www.saskcropinsurance.com or by calling 1-888-935-0000.
