ECM Insurance Group was founded in 1913 by Simon F. Whetstone with these same strong principals in mind. For over 100 years w ... e have continued to provide security, peace of mind and loyalty to our rural clientele. ECM Insurance Group is the 4th largest writer of Farmowners Insurance in the state of Pennsylvania and the 2nd largest in North Carolina. We insure over 15 billion dollars in property with written premium exceeding 64 million dollars. Our 400+ independent agents throughout Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia represent our company and our 50,000+ policyholders. read more