Fram Farmers Insurance moves to the next level

Fram Farmers Insurance Services, previously Fram Farmers N-sure, has enjoyed a successful first three years and now provides cover for around 10 per cent of our members businesses, at premiums which represent an average saving of 30% compared with previous providers.

We believe that further, significant growth is possible, providing even more members with significant savings and a first-class service. Consequently we are taking our insurance business to the next level by making it a core service that we supply to members, alongside other key inputs such as ag-chems, fertiliser and livestock products.

Nick Hindle, Financial Controller

To reflect its increasing importance the department is now headed by Nick Hindle, Financial Controller for the Fram Farmers Group and recently appointed Finance Director for Fram Farmers Insurance Services. We have also appointed Lauren Moran, an insurance industry professional, as our in-house Insurance Account Executive, who will be available to visit you on farm to discuss your insurance needs.

As members increasingly develop additional enterprises to enhance income from core farming activities such as crop and livestock production, it is important that we work with an insurance broker with the experience, expertise and personnel to ensure that the right covers are in place to reflect these changes and protect their livelihoods.

PARTNERING WITH SCRUTON BLAND

A further key additional development in growing Fram Farmers Insurance Services is to partner with Scrutton Bland, one of the UK’s leading insurance brokers. Formed in 1919, Scrutton Bland is privately owned and holds long-established relationships with farming and associated business clients. Critically, they understand that modern farming enterprises are becoming more diverse and have developed insurance solutions to meet these evolving requirements.

Tim Mulley, Insurance Partner

Tim Mulley, Insurance Partner at Scrutton Bland, states: “In recent years we have placed an emphasis on building our specialist insurance teams. We now have several specialist insurance divisions which support specific sectors by identifying risks and providing tailored insurance/risk management services. We have an excellent understanding and experience of the agricultural sector.”

Through the partnership, Fram Farmers Insurance Services provides members with bespoke insurance protection and risk management advice at very competitive premiums. Our range of insurance products and services include:

• Farm Combined – Farm, Home and Property Owners

• Motor Fleet – Motor Cars, Commercial Vehicles and Agricultural Vehicles

• Directors and Officers Liability Cover

• Engineering Inspection

• Hail Cover

• Livestock Disease including Bovine TB and Avian Influenza

• Business Interruption Cover

Richard Anscombe, Chief Executive of Fram Farmers, states: “I am confident that in partnering with Scrutton Bland we will build on our success in delivering the professional service that members expect from Fram Farmers.”

Lauren Moran

Lauren Moran, who joined Fram Farmers as Insurance Account Executive on 4 February, has 15 years’ experience in the insurance industry with leading insurance broker Willis Towers Watson. Lauren began her career in the claims department at the company’s offices in Ipswich, then joined its training team and subsequently dealt with clients in North America, before becoming a senior broker in London.

Lauren was appointed to the company’s change management team and trained others in the use of a new broking system. Prior to joining Fram Farmers, she spent three years in Willis Towers Watson’s Private Client Team developing bespoke insurance policies for highnet-worth individuals.

Now based at the Fram Farmers office, Lauren has close family links with farming and will be visiting members throughout the UK to discuss insurance queries, renewals and new accounts. Lauren’s focus is on providing the best service and a single point of contact for all your insurance requirements.

Further information from Lauren Moran at the Fram Farmers office or email insurance@framfarmers.co.uk