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Crop Insurance 101: Price Discovery Periods

Multi-Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) is a federal product, premium is universal between all Approved Insurance Providers (AIPs). USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) recalibrates crop insurance protection based on expected commodity prices and risk in the market. Revenue Protection (RP) policies use market prices and individual yields to calculate the revenue coverage and guarantee. The market […]

The importance of jewelry insurance

Whether you’re newly engaged, celebrating a milestone anniversary, or the recipient of a Valentine’s day gift, insuring and caring for your jewelry is important. While jewelry is created to bring enjoyment and happiness for a lifetime, it’s no different than our other possessions. Everyday wear and tear can cause damage to it, especially if you […]

Manson Fire Department Selected as 2023 Community Contest Winner, presented by IMT Insurance

Kingsgate Insurance’s Annie Hyink (pictured right) presented Manson Fire Chief John Colshan (pictured left) a $1,000 check after Manson Fire Department – Wildland Fire Equipment Updates/Replacement was selected as a 2023 Community Contest $1,000 winner presented by IMT Insurance. IMT takes pride in establishing deep roots and relationships in our communities. Together, our values of […]

Embracing heart health: A February journey

February isn’t just about Valentine’s Day and love; it’s also a time to focus on another vital aspect of our lives: heart health. Observed every February, American Heart Month helps raise awareness about cardiovascular health, encourages preventive measures, and inspires positive lifestyle changes. The heart is the engine that keeps our bodies running. It pumps […]

Preventing fitness instructor burnout and injuries

Employers across many different industries need help finding and hiring enough employees. The hiring crunch affects everyone, from childcare facilities to restaurants to YMCAs and fitness centers. For fitness centers, this means that their instructors may be spreading themselves thin. Having enough fitness instructors during January and February is critical, as a surge in individuals […]

How to care for livestock this winter

When bitter cold days are in the forecast, livestock and pet owners need to be vigilant about the care they give to outdoor animals. While many hobby farm animals in Iowa are well acclimated to lower temperatures, a few basic considerations can keep livestock healthy and comfortable throughout the winter months. Amy Powell, a 4-H […]