Entries by kingsgateinsur

Farm Insurance 101: Pollution

Farming is inherently tied to the environment, and as stewards of the land, it’s our responsibility to mitigate the risks associated with it.  When considering the environmental impact of your farm operation, it’s important to note what is and isn’t included in your Farmowners and/or Commercial General Liability Insurance policies. Examples of a few different […]

Non-monetary ways to keep employees engaged

The past few years have affected professionals in various ways, including how much they engage in their jobs. Engagement among adult employees in the United States has been declining; only 32% of employees were engaged in 2022, a drop from 36% two years prior. Around 18% of employees are also actively disengaged in their organizations. This causes […]

Commercial kitchen safety tips

These safety tips will help keep your restaurant, employees, and customers protected. Commercial kitchens are the number one root cause of restaurant fires. Protecting your building from kitchen fires will protect you, your employees, your customers, your property, and help reduce the potential of loss of business. Sprinkler and fire detection systems If your building […]

Farmers Can Now Enroll for the 2024 Crop Year

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced that agricultural producers can now enroll in the Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2024 crop year. Producers can enroll and make election changes for the 2024 crop year starting Dec. 18, 2023. The deadline to […]

Construction projects in the winter: keeping jobsites and employees safe

The colder winter months bring unique challenges to contractors trying to continue their construction projects. Snow, wind, and ice can make jobsites treacherous for workers, damage equipment, and slow progress. However, taking a break all winter typically isn’t an option. With some planning and preparation, contractors can continue most of their project work throughout the […]

Teen riders: How to be a good passenger

Teen drivers get lots of advice about how to drive safely and avoid distractions. But you probably don’t hear much about how to be a good passenger. Most states have restrictions on the number of passengers new teen drivers can have with them in the car. Why? Because passengers can be a serious distraction. Help keep yourself […]

Snowmobile safety tips for all experience levels

Snowmobiling is a thrilling and fun hobby to enjoy during the winter season. It’s a great way to satisfy your need for speed and enjoy the outdoors and beauty of Mother Nature. Unfortunately, each year many people are seriously injured or killed while snowmobiling. Whether you’re an experienced rider or this is your first season […]