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Direct marketing helps farmers interact with their consumers. While this helps the farm profit it also increases liability. It is...
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Marijuana is a highly sought after product which can elevate the security risks of cannabis businesses. These thefts can come...
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Ethnic and racial diversity can be seen all across the country, and in today's global economy, multicultural workplaces are...
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Freezing temperatures are common across the country, this is especially evident in recent days. With severe changes in...
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The grain handling industry is often faced with a variety of emergencies. Potential hazards include fires and explosions,...
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No company of any size is free from the threat of a data breach, whether a Fortune 500 company, or a mom and pop shop. Cyber...
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Like most workplaces, farms are prone to unexpected emergencies that can be either natural or manmade. Employers should have an...
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Negative effects of pesticides on the environment and on humans is becoming more apparent. Due to the rise in these issues there...
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Farms are susceptible to natural or man-made emergencies and disasters. To reduce the impact of such events you need to create a...
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Agribusiness can be at risk of costly on-the-job accidents if you don't have proper safety policies and procedures in place...
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Harvesting equipment is some of the most dangerous machinery you will encounter on the job. You may be less familiar with the...
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Even though farm machinery manufacturers try to ensure that their products are safe by equipping them with safety guards,...
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In agriculture, personal protective equipment such as air-purifying respirators, powered air purifiers, gas masks and...
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In agriculture, personal protective equipment such as air-purifying respirators, powered air purifiers, gas masks and...
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As global temperatures rise, it’s important to monitor greenhouse workers for symptoms of heat stress and take proper precautions...
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The grain handling industry is dangerous because of the range of common emergencies facilities often face. Potential blows to...
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Pest management is often reduced to one of two general approaches: applying pesticides at scheduled times throughout the year,...
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Those employees working in agriculture will need to lift heavy loads and stoop excessively, both of which can cause serious back...
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Grain dust is a serious concern for many farmers. Exposure to grain dust can result in eye, skin and upper respiratory tract...
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The agriculture sector is a key part of Canada’s economy, trade and food supply. A cybersecurity breach could be detrimental to...
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Animal handling can be a dangerous practice. Untrained or inexperienced individuals risk misreading a situation and approaching...
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Got questions about how the current COVID-19 pandemic relates to your commercial insurance? Thanks to the Insurance Bureau of...
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Tractor accidents are one of the main cause of farming deaths. Losing control of the equipment can result in the operator or...
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Amendments to the Cannabis Act that came into effect Oct. 17 introduced three new classes of cannabis available for public...
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Any industry that involves moving and storing grains is at risk for experiencing explosions, fires, entrapment, flammable...
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Though grain augers have made farming tasks much easier, they are one of the main causes of injury and death in agribusiness.
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Pest management is often reduced to one of two general approaches: applying pesticides at scheduled times throughout the year,...
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Any time you have crop damage that will adversely affect your yield or the value of your crop, you may be eligible to file a...
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Direct marketing is an efficient way for farmers to interact with consumers and capture the full value of their harvests...
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As an agribusiness, how many on-the-job accidents did you have last year? If you want to spend less on injury costs, you need...
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The legalization of marijuana for recreational (non-medical) purposes across Canada not only affects the general public, but it...
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Those operating in the legal marijuana sector face innumerable exposures related to things like motor vehicle accidents, bodily...
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Cultivating and selling cannabis can be a lucrative business, particularly as the industry continues to grow. However, because...
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Given that Canada operates under a federated system, it can be difficult to understand the complexities of cannabis legislation...
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As a small business owner, you have poured your heart and soul into your work. Building your own business venture takes drive and...
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Small businesses do not always have the time or resources to dedicate much to their marketing efforts, but they have a lot to...
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Crime is everywhere. From petty street crime to multi million dollar fraud, it can take many different forms. There are many ways...
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Cyber threats top the list of worries from corporate leaders
Corporate optimism about short term prospects rose to record...
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A recent article in the Guardian pitches a formula for an effective charity slogan: “Unique + ruthless = unforgettable.”
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Somebody asked to be added to my General Liability insurance policy as Additional Insured — what does this mean?
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Most people understand that deductibles refer to the amount you’d pay out of pocket in the event of a claim, but there’s more to...
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Wondering about the basics to Commercial General Liability Insurance? Here's an explainer from Axis.
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