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Production Insurance

Insurance for agricultural crops in British Columbia

Offered by
Government of British Columbia (BC)
Official source: www2.gov.bc.ca

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Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Who can apply
Agricultural producers in British Columbia.
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Overview

Producers in British Columbia can purchase crop insurance to protect against losses caused by adverse weather. Coverage is available for berries, flower bulbs, forage, grain, grapes, tree fruits and vegetables.

At a glance

Funding available

Varies by project

Financing goals
No objectives are currently available

Eligible candidates

Location
  • British Columbia
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Rural or Northern Residents
Legal structures
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Production Insurance deadlines updated

Production Insurance now shows updated filing deadlines, including a new May 15, 2026 deadline for spring inventory report and proof of loss on the Bee Health page.

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Production Insurance now reflects updated timing on the Bee Health page. The deadline schedule moved from April 2026 to May 2026, and a new visible deadline item was added for May 15, 2026 for the spring inventory report and proof of loss. This is primarily a timeline change, with a related update to the submission workflow for required reporting items. Eligibility, coverage terms, and contact details do not appear to have changed.

Official source: www2.gov.bc.ca
May 11, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Agricultural producers in British Columbia.
  • Producers of berries, flower bulbs, forage, grain, grapes, tree fruits, or vegetables.

Who is not eligible

  • Pasture and range producers are not covered under forage insurance.

Eligible expenses

The Production Insurance program offers coverage for agricultural producers to help manage and mitigate risks associated with crop losses due to adverse weather and other specific disasters. This coverage extends across a variety of crop types, each with unique insurance options.

  • Insurance coverage for berries, including blueberries, cranberry, raspberries, and both blueberry and strawberry plants.
  • Insurance coverage for flower bulbs like daffodil and tulip bulbs.
  • Insurance coverage for forage such as grass, legumes, greenfeed, and silage corn.
  • Insurance coverage for grain crops including canola, wheat, barley, oats, field peas, rye, and forage seeds.
  • Insurance coverage for grapes used for wine and as table grapes.
  • Insurance coverage for tree fruits like apples, apricots, peaches, pears, plums, and cherries.
  • Insurance coverage for various vegetables including beans, beets, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, corn, lettuce, onions, parsnips, peas, potatoes, rutabagas, shallots, field grown lettuce, fresh market corn, baby spinach, organic baby spinach, mixed baby leaves, and organic mixed baby leaves.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Pasture and range are not covered under forage coverage.

Eligible geographic areas

  • British Columbia

Activities funded

This grant offers vital support to agricultural producers seeking to manage the risks associated with crop production. Projects eligible for this insurance cover a range of agricultural activities related to different types of crops.

  • Cultivation of berries, including blueberries, cranberry plants, and strawberries.
  • Production of flower bulbs, notably daffodil and tulip bulbs.
  • Forage operations involving grass, legumes, and silage corn.
  • Grain growing activities such as canola, wheat, and barley production.
  • Grape cultivation, encompassing both wine and table grape varieties.
  • Tree fruit production, including apples, peaches, and cherries.
  • Vegetable farming, covering crops like beans, beets, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, corn, lettuce, onions, parsnips, peas, potatoes, rutabagas, shallots, field grown lettuce, fresh market corn, baby spinach, organic baby spinach, mixed baby leaves, and organic mixed baby leaves.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Book an appointment with a Production Insurance representative
    • Contact a representative or the nearest production insurance office.
  • Step 2: Review the required forms
    • Prepare the application using the forms listed for your crop.
    • The forms can be completed with the assistance of a representative.
  • Step 3: Submit the application during the appointment
    • Complete the application with the representative.
    • Provide any required supporting forms and documents.

Documents Needed

  • Application for Continuous Production Insurance (Schedule A)
  • Tax Reporting Form (Schedule A-1)
  • Land Inventory (Schedule L-1)
  • Farm Map(s) (Schedule L-2)
  • Relevant crop inventory and update forms

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:

  • Affordability: Minimum coverage at a low cost
  • Efficiency: Quick claim settlements within 30 days
  • Flexibility: Various options for tailored coverage

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by Production Insurance staff after submission.
  • A confirmation letter is issued after the application is processed.
  • Claims are assessed by an adjuster after a Notice of Loss is filed.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • Insurance coverage is designed to help manage risks associated with various weather-related crop losses, including hail, spring frost, excessive rain, flooding, and drought.
  • Producers should contact the nearest production insurance office for assistance in creating a suitable insurance package.
  • Claims must be filed through a Notice of Loss immediately when crop damage is suspected, and an insurance adjustor will assess the damage.
  • Producers should not alter or repurpose the crops until they have been inspected by an adjustor.

Contacts

ProductionInsurance.Kelowna@gov.bc.ca
1-888-332-3352

Official sources

Production Insurance

Program guide

How to file a claimProduction Insurance (2025)Production Insurance - Tree Fruit Policy Wording (2025-2026)

Application form

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Supporting document

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Production Insurance Program

What is the Production Insurance?

Producers in British Columbia can purchase crop insurance to protect against losses caused by adverse weather. Coverage is available for berries, flower bulbs, forage, grain, grapes, tree fruits and vegetables.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the Production Insurance program?

To be eligible for the Production Insurance program, you must: The applicant must be an agricultural producer. The operation involves insurable crops such as berries, flower bulbs, forage, grain, grapes, tree fruits, or vegetables. The applicant must declare crops, land, and details of the farm operation for insurance coverage.

What expenses are eligible under Production Insurance?

The Production Insurance program offers coverage for agricultural producers to help manage and mitigate risks associated with crop losses due to adverse weather and other specific disasters. This coverage extends across a variety of crop types, each with unique insurance options. Insurance coverage for berries, including blueberries, cranberry, raspberries, and both blueberry and strawberry plants. Insurance coverage for flower bulbs like daffodil and tulip bulbs. Insurance coverage for forage such as grass, legumes, greenfeed, and silage corn. Insurance coverage for grain crops including canola, wheat, barley, oats, field peas, rye, and forage seeds. Insurance coverage for grapes used for wine and as table grapes. Insurance coverage for tree fruits like apples, apricots, peaches, pears, plums, and cherries. Insurance coverage for various vegetables including beans, beets, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, corn, lettuce, onions, parsnips, peas, potatoes, rutabagas, shallots, field grown lettuce, fresh market corn, baby spinach, organic baby spinach, mixed baby leaves, and organic mixed baby leaves.

Who can I contact for more information about the 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 Production Insurance available?

The Production Insurance program is available the province of British Columbia.

Who are the financial supporters of the Production Insurance?

Production Insurance is funded by Government of British Columbia (BC), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)