In 2025, the Canadian Crop Hail Association (CCHA) reported that hail insurance claims in Saskatchewan remained average. The province recorded a total of 6,968 claims. Tyson Ryhorchuk, President of the CCHA, noted that this figure aligns with the average statistics observed in previous years.
Hail Insurance Claims Overview
Alberta and Manitoba also exhibited similar trends, reflecting comparable volumes of claims. Ryhorchuk highlighted significant weather events that contributed to these claims:
- Storm in mid-June affecting the Mankota area
- Severe storm on July 3, impacting Saskatchewan’s northern grain belt
These specific incidents were particularly destructive. According to Ryhorchuk, without these major events, the rest of the province saw less severe hail damage. There were consistent, but less impactful, claims throughout the remainder of Saskatchewan.
Hail Sizes and Industry Response
The CCHA observed that hail sizes varied across the Prairies, ranging from pea-sized to golf ball-sized hail. In certain regions, hail stones grew to the size of tennis balls.
The agricultural sector has faced challenges, including declining commodity prices nationwide. These economic factors led to a decrease in total insured acres and lower indemnity levels per acre. Late-season claims were abundant, yet CCHA member companies managed to respond quickly to these losses, ensuring minimal disruption to harvest operations.
Final Thoughts on Claims Processing
Following discussions within the hail insurance community, Ryhorchuk believes that most of the claims have been processed. Nevertheless, a few outstanding cases may still require resolution.
The overall situation indicates that while the hail claims for 2025 remained average, the industry has worked effectively to support farmers during challenging weather events.
