Fidelity Life steps up for Canterbury farmers

New Zealand’s largest locally-owned and operated life insurer says from today, Fidelity Life customers suffering financial hardship due to the impact of floods on their farms can apply to have their premiums temporarily waived for three months.

The company says there is also the potential to extend the waiver for a further three months, without affecting their insurance protection.

Fidelity Life chief customer officer Peter Doherty says the company has a responsibility to look after its customers, particularly in tough times.

“Canterbury farmers affected by these floods will be facing shortages of livestock feed and crop washouts, placing financial stress on their businesses.