All raspberry varieties recommended for production in Nova Scotia and all plantings which are at least three year of age, will be considered eligible. In addition to the Tree Fruit Production Plan, growers may also insure their trees against losses from wind, winter injury, snow and ice, and certain diseases. As well, coverage is extended to fresh and processing apples placed in storage.
Fruit production requires significant investment in capital and operating assets.
Natural weather and pest cycles mean that crop losses can and do occur. These losses can threaten the viability of the entire farm operation. Crop Insurance, like any other insurance program, enables you to manage the financial impact of these losses thus offering a form of income stability. In fact, Crop Insurance forms the cornerstone of a sound Farm Income Stabilization Program. Each insured person is guaranteed a level of production based on the average yield obtained from their orchard over the past ten years, with allowance made for any mature trees removed or immature orchard that is increasing in production.