Safety & Insurance

More than 37,000 people are injured in lawn mower-related accidents each year in America, resulting in about 90 deaths.

ATVs, motorcycles and RVs should be insured under your existing auto and homeowner policies, while a navigator policy can keep your boat covered both in and out of the water.

Come hail or high water, a storm preparedness plan can give Virginians peace of mind as the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 and runs through Nov. 30.

From developing a good work ethic to learning responsibility, farm work instills valuable skills in youth that they can use throughout their lives. But farm work can be hazardous.

In observance of Mental Health Month in May, American Farm Bureau Federation has increased its efforts to connect farmers and farming communities with crucial mental health resources.

Riding all-terrain vehicles is a recreational pastime, and ATVS are useful for landowners. But with a documented uptick in accidents, families are urged to take precautions as the weather becomes more favorable for outdoor activities.

As the weather warms up, and people gather for backyard cookouts, it’s time to brush up on safe grilling habits.

National agriculture associations are urging farmers to engage with local first responders to prepare action plans for farm emergencies. Some of Virginia’s agriculturalists are already a step ahead.

The U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission estimates more than 37,000 Americans suffer a power mower-related injury each year, resulting in about 90 deaths.

Planting season is underway in Virginia, and drivers are being encouraged to use caution when encountering farm equipment on the state’s roadways.