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Farm Bureau women learn about tick-borne diseases and prevention

Virginia is home to 16 tick species. While most bites are harmless, a few species pose risks.



Mental Health Awareness Month: Prioritizing sleep

Maintaining a healthy sleep schedule can be challenging. And for those in professions like farming and agriculture, poor sleep isn’t just unhealthy; it can be dangerous. 



Hurricane-impacted farmers begin recovery with outpouring of resources

While Hurricane Helene victims’ losses accumulated, so did the overwhelming support from “neighbors” near and far.



Distracted Driving Awareness Month: Stay focused, stay safe

Countless distractions can divert motorists’ attention away from driving, and all it takes is a split second before calamity follows.



Safety initiative launched to prevent accidents involving farm equipment this spring

Spring is when drivers will be sharing the road with farmers moving oversize equipment. And when normal traffic meets up with larger, slower vehicles, there’s an increased risk of accidents.



Young farmers learn how to prevent tragedy on the farm during virtual workshop

When it comes to an accident occurring on the farm, it’s not a matter of “if” but “when.”



Here’s how to prepare for hurricane season

Hurricane season may last from summer through fall, but you can prepare your home or business year-round.



Why you need to consider flood insurance, even if not in a flood zone

Flooding cases are on the rise; it takes just a few inches of floodwater to cause tens of thousands of dollars in damage. Here’s why you need flood insurance.



Flood and Earthquake Coverage: Who Needs It?

Here in Virginia, we do experience earthquakes and floods, but do you really need earthquake and flood insurance? Is the risk worth the savings? Yes—here’s why.



Weather experts caution earlier hurricane season

With unpredictable weather and hurricane season approaching, now is the time to start planning for storm emergencies.



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