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Hops Insurance
Specialist crop cover for NZ hop growers in Nelson and Tasman β protecting against hail, wind, frost and disease.
About Hops Insurance
New Zealand hops are renowned globally for their distinctive tropical and citrus flavours. The Nelson and Tasman regions grow the majority of NZ's hop crop, supplying domestic craft breweries and international markets. Hops are a high-value perennial crop with significant capital invested in trellis infrastructure. Insurance can cover the standing crop from weather perils and protect the infrastructure investment.
β οΈ Key Risks for Hops Growers
Hailstorm during growing season
Late frost at emergence
Windstorm & trellis damage
Downy mildew disease
Drought
Flood & waterlogging
Harvest weather
β Coverage Highlights
Standing crop cover
Trellis & infrastructure cover
Named perils cover
Hail-specific cover
Business interruption
Perennial crop reinstatement
π Main Growing Regions
- Nelson
- Tasman
- Marlborough
π° Typical Premium
$1,500 β $12,000/year
per year. Varies by size, region & coverage level.
Get My Quote βHops Insurance Insurance FAQs
Can I insure my hop trellis infrastructure?
Yes. Trellis infrastructure is a significant capital investment and can be included in a rural property insurance policy alongside the standing crop. Our broker network can combine crop and infrastructure cover into a single package.
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