Stonegate Farmers has renewed its avian influenza insurance scheme for its 190 producers amid a rise in outbreaks across the country.
“With avian influenza a persistent threat for the poultry industry, we’re pleased to be offering this comprehensive cover to our producers for the third year in a row,” said Gabriella Whorwood, head of contract production at Stonegate.
“While we’ve been fortunate that none of our producers have used this insurance to date, we want to continue to ensure we de-risk their operations as much as possible. So, we’re proud to be able to offer our producers the most comprehensive avian influenza insurance package in the industry,” she said.
Whorwood explained that each farm is assessed for their own risk, and then allocated a gold, silver or bronze package – the assigned benefit level will depend on an avian influenza risk assessment.
“Farms who sign-up to the insurance will receive financial support in the event of a confirmed avian influenza outbreak,” she said.
“This includes payment cover for up to 180 days of lost production, with a maximum benefit of £350,000 per producer.”