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Cyclone Reinsurance Pool
This page summarises Achmea Farm Insurance’s entry into the Cyclone Reinsurance Pool, effective 1 October 2024. If you have any questions after reviewing this information, please contact us at [email protected] or call 1800 724 214. What is the Cyclone Reinsurance Pool? The Federal Government has implemented a reinsurance pool for insurance companies to transfer […]
2024 Finalist: Small-Medium General Insurance Company of the Year
As a specialist, local and direct farm insurer, Achmea Farm Insurance is incredibly proud to have been nominated as a 2024 Finalist in the Australian Insurance Industry Awards in the category Small-Medium General Insurance Company of the Year. We thank our employees for their unwavering commitment to our purpose of keeping farmers farming. Your passion […]
Announcing the successful 2024 GenAngus Future Leaders
Angus Australia and specialist agricultural insurer Achmea Australia proudly announce the successful applicants for the 2024 GenAngus Future Leaders Program (GenAngus). The 13 successful applicants have demonstrated strong leadership potential and a commitment to advancing the beef industry. They will take part in the sixth GenAngus program, which this year will be held in […]
Applications now open for 2024 GenAngus Future Leaders Program: Investing in the future of the beef industry
Angus Australia and specialist agricultural insurer Achmea Australia are thrilled to announce the much-anticipated return of the GenAngus Future Leaders Program (GenAngus) in 2024. Adding to the excitement, for the very first time GenAngus will be hosted in New Zealand. GenAngus stands as a beacon of youth leadership in the agricultural sector. It is the […]
El Niño declaration: Farmers urged to plan ahead now for the risk of bushfire
After three years of wet weather, an El Niño has now been declared as Australians brace for an extreme hot, dry summer and heightened risk of bushfire. Specialist agricultural insurer Achmea Australia is urging farmers to take action now to reduce bushfire hazards on-farm to help protect their families, properties and communities. Achmea […]
Experiencing the inaugural Angus Foundation – Achmea Australia Cadetship
As the inaugural Angus Foundation and Achmea Australia cadet, William Richards recently completed a four-week placement to gain practical experience with Achmea Australia, a growing specialist agricultural insurer that supports thousands of agribusinesses across Australia. In addition to his time spent with Achmea Australia, William also completed the five-day Marcus Oldham Rural Leadership Program, which […]
Have you considered the impact of inflation on your farm?
Inflation has impacted the agricultural industry, affecting the cost of farming equipment and the value of farm assets. “With rising input costs, it is important to check whether your farm insurance is up to date to ensure you are adequately covered in the event of a loss,” said Alec Jones, Farm Insurance Specialist […]
Protect your agribusiness with everyday biosecurity practices
Specialist agricultural insurer Achmea Australia recognises the importance of biosecurity to the grains industry and the significant risk posed by weeds, pests, and disease. James Humphreys, Achmea Australia’s Farm Insurance Specialist in the greater Perth and Wheatbelt districts of Western Australia, reminds growers of measures they can implement to reduce biosecurity risk. “If a new […]
Protecting the future of your herd
As a cattle farmer, selecting a bull is often one of the most important decisions you make for the profitability of your beef operation, says Achmea Australia Farm Insurance Specialist Richard Reynolds. Raised on his family cattle property, Richard currently runs a Beef Stud Cattle operation with his family at Gin Gin in Queensland. Richard […]
Applications open for new Angus Australia - Achmea Australia Cadetship
Angus Australia and specialist agricultural insurer Achmea Australia are excited to deliver a new cadetship opportunity for Angus Youth members, with applications now open. The Achmea Australia Cadetship builds upon a multi-year strategic alliance between Angus Australia and Achmea Australia, which has already supported more than 50 Angus Youth members through its flagship GenAngus […]
COVID-19: Questions and Answers - September 2023 Update
Updated As a specialist agricultural insurer, we continue to take all reasonable steps to protect our employees, clients and agricultural communities from COVID-19. When you meet with us on farm or in an office-setting, you can rest assured that we encourage our people not to conduct face-to-face meetings if they have any COVID-19 […]
GenAngus Future Leaders 2022 Applications Open
2022 GenAngus Future Leaders Applications now open: Achmea Australia and Angus Australia are looking for the next generation Angus Leaders Angus Australia and specialist farm insurer Achmea Australia are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2022 GenAngus Future Leaders Program for the next cohort of young industry representatives. […]
