WATSONVILLE, Calif., Sept. 22, 2011 Summer may be winding down, but California strawberry farmers are still busy planting and harvesting strawberries all year round. To celebrate their continued availability, the California Strawberry Commission today announced its “Fall for Strawberries” Recipe Contest kicking off the first day of fall with winners announced the week before Thanksgiving.
Strawberry recipe contest winners will receive a total of $1,000 in Amazon gift cards: first place – $500, second place – $350, third place – $150. Winning recipes will be featured on the California Strawberries website for all to share and enjoy.
-PRNewswire via COMTEX
Scurich Insurance Services
320 E Lake Ave.
Watsonville, Ca 95076
(813) 772-3541
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Tony Scurich, Principal/Broker – Scurich Insurance
Born in Watsonville Tony has been in the insurance business since 1981 and with Scurich Insurance since 1983. Tony is married with 3 children, graduated from Watsonville High in 1977 and Santa Clara University in 1981. Past and present community activities include board member of St Francis High School, Pajaro Valley Historical Association, YMCA (board member and youth basketball coach), Boy Scouts of America and, Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce (board chair in 2004).
Tony specializes in all types of insurance but mainly in Agriculture, Contracting, and Agriculture related services. Being in touch with 50-60 customers a week, the toughest part of his job is balancing the various moving parts of the insurance business, making sure his customers are taken care of as well as keeping on top of the underwriting. If there was one thing Tony could say to single people who are young and just starting out on their own, it would be to start saving for retirement and looking into a life insurance policy, early planning is key.
Tony feels very fortunate with Scurich Insurance. He says that he has a fantastic staff and is very confident that things will always be taken care of. Because of his great staff, he has very positive feedback from his customers. Scurich Insurance is definitely a company that gives you peace of mind knowing that you are well covered and fully supported.
Check out more about Tony Scurich and Scurich Insurance at www.scurichinsurance.com
320 East Lake Avenue, PO Box 1170
Watsonville, CA 95077-1170
Office: 1-831-722-3541
Toll Free: 1-800-320-3666
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Make your home looked “lived in” even when you’re not there
Have a trusted neighbor pick up your mail and newspapers.
Arrange for someone to mow your lawn or shovel snow.
Ask a neighbor to park a car in your driveway while you’re gone.
Use timed switches on your lights, TV and stereo. Look for timers that turn on and off randomly.
Never advertise your absence by taping a note to your door or announcing it on your answering machine/voice mail.
Turn your telephone ringer down or off. This way a burglar is less likely to hear the ringing of unanswered calls and realize no one is home.
You can add to the security of your lighting system and cut your electric bill by installing a motion detector on outside lights. This will activate your lights when anyone comes within range of the unit’s motion sensor.
Scurich Insurance Services can get you and your home covered with Homeowners Insurance.
Scurich Insurance Services
320 E Lake Ave.
Watsonville, Ca 95076
(813) 772-3541
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Contractor’s Equipment Coverage is not necessary for most investors or builder’s but for those who build or start many projects each year, such as commercial builders, this is an extremely important form of insurance.
Whereas builders risk insurance covers buildings and structures in the course of construction, equipment such as compressors, generators, trailers, cranes, bulldozers, graders, forklifts, mobile tools, etc. are not covered and commercial property policies limit the coverage they provide for contractor’s equipment.
Even self-employed carpenters, who take on smaller jobs such as building decks, patios, screened-in porches, and the like, use tools and equipment that need to be insured. Similar to builder’s risk insurance, contractor’s equipment coverage is an important part of almost any construction project.
The cost of this equipment varies, but larger machinery and equipment can be extremely expensive, with some worth hundreds of thousands of dollars or more. Contractor’s Equipment Insurance provides coverage for damage to mobile equipment, including tools and machinery, used in construction as well as in a variety of other activities. The additional perils of flood and earthquake damage are also often covered in contractor’s equipment policies.
Scurich Insurance is here to he for your Insurance needs.
Scurich Insurance Services
320 E Lake Ave.
Watsonville, Ca 95076
(813) 772-3541
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Prevention on the outside
Be sure to carry out certain fire protection measures before a fire starts:
- Create “Defensible Space” – Remove flammable vegetation from around your home or structures and replace with fire-resistant plants. This safety zone for firefighters should be at least 100 feet. Also, clear away dead leaves and debris from your roof and gutters.
- Mark road signs and buildings clearly – Fire-fighting personnel must be able to immediately locate and safely travel to your home or business in order to protect it.
- Establish an emergency water supply – Keep a minimum of 2,500 gallons of water (roughly the size of an above-ground pool, 10 feet in diameter) available to firefighters.
- Make your home and buildings fire safe – Modify your structures to resist fire damage. Siding materials such as brick and stucco resist fire much better than wood. Also, build or re-roof with fire resistive or noncombustible materials (Class A offer the best protection).
Prevention on the inside
Fires are caused by a combination of fuel, air and heat. Therefore, removing one of the three elements is key in preventing devastating fires. Beware of fire ignition sources such as:
- Electrical – Many fires result from defects in, or misuse of, the electrical system. Wiring may fail due to faulty installation, overloading, physical damage, aging or deterioration. Inspect all exposed wiring regularly. Make sure heating units are working properly.
- Farm machinery – Equipment fires may be the result of defective fuel or ignition systems, smoking, overheated engines, sparks from exhaust or grinding equipment, or improper refueling. Turn off the engine and allow it to cool before refueling. Repair leaks in fuel lines, pumps and filters. Use and store fuels properly. Keep them in well-ventilated areas.
Scurich Insurance can help protect your farm with Business Insurance as well as keep you informed with Safety Services.
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Your farm is probably the single biggest asset you have and provides your livelihood and security for your family. Farm insurance can repair or replace your farm buildings, equipment, livestock and crops in the event of a disaster. Agricultural business insurance can also protect you and your family in the event of a liability lawsuit due to a consumer safety issue, a farm visitor or trespasser’s injury on your land.
There are 3 primary factors in deciding which type of agriculture insurance you need, and the agricultural insurance company that can best provide it. Here’s what you need to consider:
1. The type of farm and type of agricultural business you own.
2. There are full or part-time employees.
3. The presence of farm outbuildings and equipment inventory on your property.
Assess your current insurance situation
If you already have a homeowner’s insurance policy, it will not cover any buildings except your home, unless you have a rider to that effect. It also will not cover your farm equipment, livestock or crops; and it will not provide liability protection outside a certain distance from your home. If you do have insurance for your farming operations, meet with your agent and discuss your policy, line by line, to determine that you have adequate coverage for your business.
Scurich Insurance provides Agriculture Insurance. Contact us for a quote at 831-722-3541
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