Hobby Farm Insurance

Hobby Farm Insurance

Hobby farms need more coverage than a regular home policy provides, but often less than a full commercial farm operation. We build hobby farm programs that protect your property, equipment, livestock, and liability, scaled to the size and scope of your operation.

What Hobby Farms Need

Dwelling and outbuilding coverage

Dwelling and outbuilding coverage

Protection for your farmhouse, barns, sheds, and other structures on the property. We structure coverage based on replacement cost and building use.

Farm liability

Farm liability

Coverage for bodily injury and property damage arising from your farm operations, including livestock, equipment use, and visitors to the property.

Equipment and machinery

Equipment and machinery

Tractors, implements, and other farm equipment can be covered under the policy or scheduled separately for higher values.

We insure all kinds of farms

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Small acreage and rural properties

Small acreage and rural properties

Properties with some agricultural use but not full commercial farming operations.

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Horses and hobby livestock

Horses and hobby livestock

Properties with horses, small herds, poultry, or other animals kept for personal use or small-scale sale.

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Produce & Crops

Produce & Crops

Growing vegetables, fruits, or other produce for farmers markets or small commercial sale.

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Agritourism and farm stays

Agritourism and farm stays

Properties that welcome visitors for events, farm stays, or educational programs.

Hobby farms are not a one-size-fits-all

You need a farm expert that you can trust

We'll review your property, buildings, equipment, livestock, and activities to structure the right coverage. If your operation grows beyond hobby scale, we can transition you to a full farm program.

Key Things to Know

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Hobby farm vs full farm insurance

Hobby farm vs full farm insurance

Hobby farm policies are designed for smaller operations. If your farm is a primary business or exceeds certain thresholds, you may need a full commercial farm policy.

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Horses often need special attention

Horses often need special attention

Horse operations can require specific coverage and limits. We structure policies to address equine liability and property exposures.

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Agritourism changes the risk

Agritourism changes the risk

If you host visitors, run events, or offer farm stays, the liability exposure is different than a private operation. We make sure coverage matches.

Common Hobby Farm Add-Ons

These are the coverages hobby farms often add based on their specific operations.

Umbrella liability

Umbrella liability

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Umbrella liability

Higher liability limits for hobby farms with visitor exposure or higher-value operations.

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Scheduled equipment

Scheduled equipment

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Scheduled equipment

Higher-value tractors and implements may need to be specifically listed for full coverage.

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Livestock mortality

Livestock mortality

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Livestock mortality

Coverage for death of valuable animals from covered perils, subject to terms and limits.

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Product liability

Product liability

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Product liability

If you sell produce, eggs, or other products, product liability can be important.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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