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Responding to recent weather in the Nelson and Tasman regions
“We're really feeling for people across the country, particularly in the upper parts of the South Island, who have been hit by recent weather events,” says Jacqui McIntosh, Head of Claims Strategic Operations at FMG.
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Introducing FMG Post
Welcome to the first FMG Post, now part of Farmers Weekly. FMG Members will be familiar with FMG Post. For over a decade FMG has produced FMG Post using separate print and mailing partners, mailing and emailing it directly to Members and clients.
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A note from Adam Heath
I’d like to acknowledge those impacted by the recent weather events, and to offer assurance that our teams are doing all they can to help clients recover.
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A note from Adam Heath
As the year draws to a close, I’m encouraged by the resilience and optimism across rural New Zealand Aotearoa. Despite the recent adverse weather, FMG remains optimistic. As a ‘profit making’ not ‘profit maximising’ Mutual insurer, FMG remains committed to delivering ‘a better deal to rural New Zealand Aotearoa’. Earlier this year we signalled pricing relief across several products, around $35 million, passing back relief whilst ensuring the financial strength to be there when you need us most — as in recent weeks.
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Rural theft prevention tips
On June 18, 2024, dairy farmer Aaron Kane from Shannon, Manawatū, experienced firsthand the impact of rural crime when thieves stripped copper piping from his milk vat. The disruption to his business and repair costs far outweighed the value of the stolen copper, leaving Aaron with a profound sense of frustration and distrust.
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Developing the next generation of rural leaders
The Associate Director on the FMG Board of Directors is just one of the ways we do this. The role provides a unique opportunity for an emerging agri-professional to join the FMG Board of directors for two years gaining first hand experience in governance process and board discussions, all contributing to developing critical leadership skills to help drive the future of the Primary Sector.
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Point, Park, and Anchor. Safeguard your irrigator this season
For some, Spring can often mean the windy season which can be a worrying time for irrigator owners. After teaming up with IrrigationNZ we developed an Irrigator Advice Guide offering some thoughts on helping your Irrigator stay upright when strong winds hit. This advice is built around Point, Park, and Anchor.
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FMG celebrates a decade in partnership with Young Farmer of the Year
FMG is proud to mark a significant milestone in its partnership with one of New Zealand’s premier agricultural competitions — the FMG Young Farmer of the Year Contest.
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Bringing more life-saving Melanoma Spot Checks to rural communities
FMG is sponsoring Melanoma New Zealand’s brand new skin cancer spot check van to bring free melanoma spot checks on the FMG Spot Check Roadie to even more rural communities across Aotearoa.
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Farmstrong celebrates 10th birthday
Farmstrong, a nationwide, rural wellbeing programme, celebrated its tenth birthday at Fieldays with an event attended by ambassador Sam Whitelock, Farmers Mutual Group (FMG), Farmstrong partners, and Ministers.
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George Dodson, 2024 winner representing Tasman region
Current FMG Young Farmer of the Year George Dodson says that winning the 2024 Grand Final has already opened up many new opportunities for him.
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