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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 Christchurch, […]
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By Deb Maddox, Farm Insurance Specialist, Tamworth Are you in the process of buying and selling property? It is important to be aware your existing farm insurance policy may not automatically transfer to your new property after purchase. Typically, insurance policies are specific to the property they cover. Speaking with farmers, I understand that updating […]
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As the cotton-picking season approaches, specialist agricultural insurer Achmea Australia is encouraging growers to (re)familiarise themselves with their legal obligations when employing seasonal workers. Achmea Australia Farm Insurance Specialist Peta Argus said ahead of the picking season, it is important for growers to put in place measures to maintain a safe working environment, considering […]
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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 […]
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Written by Ben Rockett, Engagement Manager and Mark Vayro, Business Development Manager with specialist agricultural insurer Achmea Australia. South-East Queensland beef farmer Mark Vayro is facing one of the many difficult decisions brought about by drought: whether to sell off his herd at a fraction of its value or pay high prices to buy in […]
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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 Australia […]
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Preparations are in full swing for the Landfall Angus Spring Bull Sale taking place on Wednesday, 13 September 2023. Through working with specialist agricultural insurer Achmea Australia, all 294 bulls on offer at the Landfall Spring Sale will be provided with Achmea Australia’s 2 Star Stud Stock insurance for the first three months from […]
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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 […]
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As temperatures start to drop, specialist agricultural insurer Achmea Australia is encouraging rural communities to check their chimneys and flues before lighting their next fire. Achmea Australia Farm Insurance Specialist Rebecca Muir said chimney fires can be a common but mostly preventable risk. “Chimney fires are mainly caused by a build-up of creosote, […]