The number of farmers affected by stress, anxiety and depression is growing as they face bankruptcy, selling out or leaving lifelong careers in agriculture.
There are many dangerous occupations, and farming is among the most hazardous.
To shine a brighter light on the occupational hazards of working in agriculture, Virginia Farm Bureau has launched a new website dedicated to providing its members with farm safety information.
As grain storage in Virginia expands, farmers are being asked to take precautions to avoid accidents in hazardous grain bins.
Losing jewelry and other valuable items can be a painful ordeal. Protect their full value on your insurance policy to help minimize the loss.