Mutual Understanding

Even if you’re working on a completely organic farm, you’re using chemicals in and around your fields. It’s probably possible to operate without any hazardous chemicals of any kind, but it’s a difficult task in what is already a difficult line...Full story

At Hastings Mutual, insurance is discussed every single day — it’s the business the company is in, after all. But if you’re like most people, you only think about insurance a few times a year: if tragedy strikes and there’s a need to file...Full story

Since I started at Hastings Mutual, I have seen several people retire from the company. That’s no surprise; most people retire from the workforce eventually. But it always is kind of a loss — each person has a unique voice and way of looking ...Full story

“The best doctor in the world is the veterinarian. He can’t ask his patients what is the matter — he’s got to just know.”

Massive storms — thunder, lightning, heavy snow — can knock your power out for hours, even days. That can be more than an inconvenience, especially when it comes to keeping your food cool and in good enough condition to store and eat.The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that food can...Full story