“Would You Rather” is an age-old game. My kids have a favorite. Would you rather be super-fast or super-strong? I heard a good one from a college student. Would you rather have a sneeze that never comes or an itch you can never scratch? Some are deeper. Would you rather have more time or more […]
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 […]
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 […]
How our outlets function directly affects the delivery of electricity to the appliances and other electronic devices we use. Electrical outlets can go bad and malfunction occasionally, but how do we know when it’s time to replace them? Here are some clues: Melted or discolored plastic can result from excess heat, the outlet short-circuiting, or […]
There are many different challenges when taking care of elderly patients in nursing homes or assisted living facilities. Ensuringresidents are well-cared for and happy is what every facility strives to achieve. One key piece of this is making sure all residents are safe. For elderly residents with dementia or other issues that make them prone to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
