KINGSTON, Jamaica— The country’s fisherfolk and farmers can now access insurance coverage for vessels, vehicles and accessories through Advantage General Insurance.

The insurance package, developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, was launched during a virtual ceremony yesterday.

It is the first of its kind in the industry and will provide fishers registered with the National Fisheries Authority with access to insurance coverage developed specifically for their needs.

Farmers will also benefit from specially discounted rates for insuring their vehicles and homes.

In his address at the launch, portfolio minister, Floyd Green, said that the initiative is significant, as “it is the first that our artisanal fishers will be able to go into an insurance company and take out a policy to protect their fishing vessels. It protects them against a wide array of perils. It protects them both at sea and on land”.

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