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New postcards promote mental health resources
New ‘Farm State of Mind’ postcards are aimed at raising mental health awareness
Advisory committee noms due Aug. 6
Work with your County Administrative Manager to submit your nominations for MFB’s 2022-23 state-level advisory committees by the Aug. 6 deadline.
‘Right to repair’ included in Biden executive order
The Biden administration rolled out a broad executive order aimed at increasing competition in the American economy, including “right to repair”
Gilchrist talks farm labor: ‘I know this is critically important’
Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist listened to the concerns of farmers during the Kent County Farm Bureau’s Legislative Breakfast at Robinette’s…
Cover crop forage harvest restrictions on prevent plant acres revised
The Federal Crop Insurance Corp. (FCIC) has rescinded it previous harvest date restriction of Nov. 1 for cover crops planted on prevent plant acres…
Understanding the Basics of Workers Compensation Insurance
Most businesses are required by law to provide Workers Compensation Insurance. This coverage is essential to protect your employees and your company.
Insurance Reviews: The Importance of Annual Evaluations
Insurance audits help identify changes in risks. Business owners should review their insurance coverages annually.
Fraud and Lawsuits: Ways to Reduce Risk as a Business Owner
Business owners face a variety of risks including fraud and lawsuits. Learn ways to avoid these stressful and expensive losses.
Senate passes bill to help farmers navigate carbon markets
The U.S. Senate made history Thursday when it passed the first major bipartisan bill to help farmers, ranchers and forest landowners reduce…
MDARD absent when ag, conservation partners talk MAEAP
The Senate Agriculture Committee this week kicked off the Legislature’s consideration of Senate Bill 494, legislation to continue the Michigan…