Grounded in Alberta Agriculture.
We don't just insure farms; we live on them. From grain operations to livestock, we understand that your farm isn't just a business—it's your legacy.
Request a Farm VisitBoots on the Ground. Not in a Call Centre.
Trying to explain the difference between a swather and a combine to an agent in Toronto is frustrating. You need a broker who knows that when the sun is shining, downtime isn't an option.
| Service Level | Direct Writer / Bank | McDonald Agencies |
|---|---|---|
| Site Visits | Google Maps Satellite View | We come to your yard |
| Machinery Lists | You email a spreadsheet | We review it with you annually |
| Claims Advocacy | "Computer says no" | We fight for your harvest |
| Knowledge | Generalist Agents | Specialized Ag Brokers |
Complete Ag Protection
🚜 Machinery & Equipment
We offer both Scheduled (itemized) and Blanket coverage. Blanket coverage is ideal for smaller tools and attachments, reducing the admin headache of listing every single auger.
🏠 Farm House & Outbuildings
Protecting the homestead is personal. We ensure your dwelling has Guaranteed Replacement Cost, and your shops, barns, and bins are insured for their functional value.
🐮 Livestock & Produce
Whether it's a cow-calf operation or stored grain, we protect your inventory from fire, lightning, transport accidents, and theft.
⚖️ Farm Liability
Farming is dangerous. We provide high-limit liability to protect you if livestock escapes onto a road, or a hired hand gets injured on site. Pollution Liability (chemical drift) is also a key discussion.
Harvest Saver Decoder
The biggest risks to a farmer aren't always fire. They are mechanical.
Loss of Use (Machinery)
Ingestion of Objects
Fodder & Threshed Grain
Non-Owned Machinery
Power Interruption
BROKER INSIGHT: The Co-Insurance Clause
Many farmers undervalue their tools to save premium. Dangerous move. Most farm policies have a Co-Insurance clause (often 80% or 90%). If you only insure your $100,000 toolset for $50,000, the insurer can penalize you on any claim—even a small theft. We help you calculate accurate values so you never get hit with a penalty.
Let's review your list.
Equipment values have skyrocketed in the last 3 years. If you haven't updated your policy recently, you are likely underinsured.
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Or call us at (403) 335-3442