In November and prior to Canada Post workers going on strike, ag insurance providers took precautions and encouraged farmers to do the same to mitigate the effects of a labour disruption.
In Manitoba, for example, Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation is encouraging AgriInsurance clients to file their Harvested Production Reports (HPR) on the myMASC online portal by the Dec. 2 deadline.
“There is possibility of a Canada Post strike occurring which will cause a disruption to the Canadian mail system,” MASC says. “Our team is working hard to mitigate the impact felt by our clients, and we suggest you take a few proactive measures.”
Canada Post workers went on strike on Nov. 15, and as of Dec. 2 remain off the job.