The New Year and How It May Affect Your Benefits

Mary LyonsHealth Benefits, Human Resources

The beginning of 2017 signals a new plan year for some insurance plans. For individuals with these plans, this means that any changes made to health plans and new deductibles will take effect Jan. 1, 2017. It will be important to keep these changes in mind when you or your family seek out health care. You should also be on the lookout for things like changing prescription drug coverage limits and changing copay amounts. In addition to reviewing your policy, be sure to follow these quick tips to be a wise health care consumer next year. Consider using generic prescription drugs instead of brand-name drugs, when possible. Shop around for the lowest rates before visiting a doctor, when possible. Visit …

The national discussion around the treatment of farm animals is more active than ever. But when it comes to dairy cows, do you know the whole story?

4 facts about dairy cows

Betsy LinnAgribusiness, Insurance

The national discussion around the treatment of farm animals is more active than ever. But when it comes to dairy cows, do you know the whole story?