Safety & Insurance

With the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season under way, there’s no time like the present to take steps to protect your family and property against severe weather.

Use caution on the roadways this summer—especially during the Fourth of July.

Home thefts are not a new concern, but they are on the rise.

The first preventive steps anyone should take are ensuring proper outdoor lighting and securing secure all windows, doors and vehicles. Consider using bright LED lights that are motion-sensor activated. When the lights come on due to motion, you are alerted that something—or someone—is nearby. They also can startle someone who is not supposed to be on your property.

Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria in 2017 were stark reminders of Mother Nature’s destructive force and the need for preventive action before a storm strikes.

Extended amounts of sun exposure can increase the risk of developing skin cancer, especially for those who regularly work outdoors.

For Virginia Farm Bureau customers with towing and labor coverage on their auto insurance policies, help just got a lot easier!

Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria in 2017 were stark reminders of the need for preventive action before a storm.

Virginia Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co. has been offering farm insurance since 1951 and is currently the No. 1 farm writer in the state. In April 2017 Farm Bureau introduced the Farmowner Advantage endorsement, which bundles several popular existing products with new coverage for equipment breakdown and lock replacement.

Agritourism activities such as corn mazes, hay rides, festivals, berry picking and farm tours are popular additions to farm businesses. When hosting these activities, it’s important to remember that some are not automatically covered under a farmowner insurance policy.