Waikato Crop Insurance

Crop Insurance in Waikato

The Waikato region produces a diverse range of crops including maize (predominantly for silage and grain), vegetables, kiwifruit, and avocados. The region is also NZ's most important dairy farming area, and many cropping operations supply silage and feed grain to dairy farmers.

Maize Insurance in Waikato

Maize is the most significant arable crop in Waikato, grown primarily for silage supply to dairy farms under contract. Contract maize growers have significant obligations to dairy farmers and need crop insurance to protect against crop failure events. Key risks include summer drought, wind lodging, and hail at tasselling.

Vegetable Growing in Waikato

The Waikato and King Country produce vegetables for fresh market and processing, including potatoes, onions, brassicas, and sweet corn. Contract vegetable growers supplying supermarket chains or processors need crop insurance to protect against the financial consequences of contract non-delivery.