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Grape Production Insurance
Coverage for grape crop losses
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Funding available
Up to 80% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Persons who are not already insured under the Grape production insurance program.
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Overview
Grape Production Insurance helps grape operations manage financial risk from unexpected losses, with premiums cost-shared up to 80% by the provincial and federal governments. Coverage is available for wine and table grapes and includes yield loss and grape vine loss, with optional young plant loss protection against insured perils such as frost, drought, and flooding.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Up to 80% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Documents Needed
- Application for Production Insurance (Schedule A), Tax Reporting Form (Schedule A-1), and Warranties (Schedule W-1)
- Land Inventory (Schedule L-1) and Farm Map(s) (Schedule L-2)
- Grape Field Inventory (Schedule F-4) and Grape Land and Vineyard Update Form (Schedule U-5)
- Declaration of Production (DOP) for Wine Grapes or Fresh Grapes
- Legal lease or rental agreement, if the land is leased or rented
Official resources
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Persons who are not already insured under the Grape production insurance program.
Eligible expenses
- Production Insurance premiums
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Any loss you could control, including loss resulting from poor management, negligence, or breach of contract
- Any loss caused by another person, including vandalism
Selection criteria
- Coverage may be refused based on the area and site used to grow the vines, the variety of the vines or crop, and the health and vigor of the vines.
- Underwriting matters, including probable yield, premium rates, premiums, deductible level choices, and insurable value choices, are determined in the insurer's sole discretion.
How to apply
- Make an appointment with your local Production Insurance office.
- During your appointment, complete the application forms with your program representative, identify the crops you need to insure, and review coverage options.
- Pay your premiums by the application and payment deadline.
- Submit the application package and forms to Production Insurance by mail, email, or fax.
Processing and Agreement
- After a Notice of Loss is received, an acknowledgement of receipt is sent.
- Depending on the loss, an insurance adjustor may be assigned to inspect the crop and determine the cause and extent of damage.
- Once damages are verified, the claim is processed.
- Claim settlements are prioritized on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Within 30 days after the indemnity amount is determined, payment and a claim summary report are issued.
Additional information
- Coverage is available for both table grapes and wine grapes.
- Yield Loss coverage, Grape Vine Loss coverage, and Young Plant coverage are separate options.
- Young Plant coverage is an optional add-on for first, second, or third-year plantings.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Grape Production Insurance Program
What is the Grape Production Insurance?
Grape Production Insurance helps grape operations manage financial risk from unexpected losses, with premiums cost-shared up to 80% by the provincial and federal governments. Coverage is available for wine and table grapes and includes yield loss and grape vine loss, with optional young plant loss protection against insured perils such as frost, drought, and flooding.
How much funding can be received?
Grape Production Insurance Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Grape Production Insurance program?
To be eligible for the Grape Production Insurance program, you must:
If you obtain Yield Loss coverage for wine grapes, you must request Grape Vine Loss coverage for all grape vines you own or lease that bear wine grapes.
If you obtain Yield Loss coverage for table grapes, you must request Grape Vine Loss coverage for all grape vines you own or lease that bear table grapes.
To qualify for Grape Vine Loss coverage, you must own or have a minimum of a 5 year lease of the grape vines and have an interest in the land where they grow.
Who can I contact for more information about the Grape Production Insurance?
You can contact Government of British Columbia (BC) by email at ProductionInsurance.Kelowna@gov.bc.ca or by phone at 1-888-332-3352.
Where is the Grape Production Insurance available?
The Grape Production Insurance program is available across Canada.
Is the Grape Production Insurance a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Grape Production Insurance is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Grape Production Insurance?
Grape Production Insurance is funded by Government of British Columbia (BC)