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Aug 31, 2026

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half-Century Business Award

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half Century Award

(Indianapolis) – Aug. 31, 2026 – Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance recently received the Governor's Half-Century Business Award, a distinction presented by the State of Indiana to businesses that have operated continuously for 50 years or more while demonstrating a lasting commitment to their communities. 

 

Representative employees from Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance attended a ceremony at the Statehouse on Monday, Aug. 17 to accept the honor alongside leaders from other Hoosier businesses being celebrated for their longevity and impact. The award was presented by Indiana Governor Mike Braun, and since its inception 34 years ago, the award program has recognized more than 1,300 Indiana companies. 

 

"These businesses have been powering Indiana's economy for decades and are true examples of the Hoosier spirit and work ethic," said Gov. Braun in a statement distributed by his office

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance was founded in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau to give Hoosier farmers better access to insurance coverage. Over the past nine decades, the company has grown from a farmer-focused mutual insurer into a full-service provider offering home, auto, life, farm and crop, business and renters insurance, along with a range of financial products. Today, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves customers through agents and employees based in all 92 Indiana counties. 

 

For more information about Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance and its history of serving Hoosier communities, visit https://www.infarmbureau.com/company.

 

 

About Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance:  

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance has served Hoosiers for more than 90 years. Organized in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc., the company has grown to include insurance products for auto,  life,  home,  business and  farm.   
   

Health plan benefits, banking and  other financial services and products are also available through its local offices and online at www.infarmbureau.com. With a home office in downtown Indianapolis and local offices in all 92 counties, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves Hoosiers with more than 450 agents and approximately 1,200 employees living and working throughout the state. The company is a leader in  autoand  homeowners insurance and the largest writer of  farm insurance in the state.  

 

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Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
Aug 31, 2026

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half-Century Business Award

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half Century Award

(Indianapolis) – Aug. 31, 2026 – Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance recently received the Governor's Half-Century Business Award, a distinction presented by the State of Indiana to businesses that have operated continuously for 50 years or more while demonstrating a lasting commitment to their communities. 

 

Representative employees from Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance attended a ceremony at the Statehouse on Monday, Aug. 17 to accept the honor alongside leaders from other Hoosier businesses being celebrated for their longevity and impact. The award was presented by Indiana Governor Mike Braun, and since its inception 34 years ago, the award program has recognized more than 1,300 Indiana companies. 

 

"These businesses have been powering Indiana's economy for decades and are true examples of the Hoosier spirit and work ethic," said Gov. Braun in a statement distributed by his office

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance was founded in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau to give Hoosier farmers better access to insurance coverage. Over the past nine decades, the company has grown from a farmer-focused mutual insurer into a full-service provider offering home, auto, life, farm and crop, business and renters insurance, along with a range of financial products. Today, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves customers through agents and employees based in all 92 Indiana counties. 

 

For more information about Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance and its history of serving Hoosier communities, visit https://www.infarmbureau.com/company.

 

 

About Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance:  

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance has served Hoosiers for more than 90 years. Organized in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc., the company has grown to include insurance products for auto,  life,  home,  business and  farm.   
   

Health plan benefits, banking and  other financial services and products are also available through its local offices and online at www.infarmbureau.com. With a home office in downtown Indianapolis and local offices in all 92 counties, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves Hoosiers with more than 450 agents and approximately 1,200 employees living and working throughout the state. The company is a leader in  autoand  homeowners insurance and the largest writer of  farm insurance in the state.  

 

Media Contacts:

 

For media inquiries, please  contact one of team members for assistance.

 

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
Aug 31, 2026

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half-Century Business Award

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half Century Award

(Indianapolis) – Aug. 31, 2026 – Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance recently received the Governor's Half-Century Business Award, a distinction presented by the State of Indiana to businesses that have operated continuously for 50 years or more while demonstrating a lasting commitment to their communities. 

 

Representative employees from Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance attended a ceremony at the Statehouse on Monday, Aug. 17 to accept the honor alongside leaders from other Hoosier businesses being celebrated for their longevity and impact. The award was presented by Indiana Governor Mike Braun, and since its inception 34 years ago, the award program has recognized more than 1,300 Indiana companies. 

 

"These businesses have been powering Indiana's economy for decades and are true examples of the Hoosier spirit and work ethic," said Gov. Braun in a statement distributed by his office

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance was founded in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau to give Hoosier farmers better access to insurance coverage. Over the past nine decades, the company has grown from a farmer-focused mutual insurer into a full-service provider offering home, auto, life, farm and crop, business and renters insurance, along with a range of financial products. Today, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves customers through agents and employees based in all 92 Indiana counties. 

 

For more information about Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance and its history of serving Hoosier communities, visit https://www.infarmbureau.com/company.

 

 

About Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance:  

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance has served Hoosiers for more than 90 years. Organized in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc., the company has grown to include insurance products for auto,  life,  home,  business and  farm.   
   

Health plan benefits, banking and  other financial services and products are also available through its local offices and online at www.infarmbureau.com. With a home office in downtown Indianapolis and local offices in all 92 counties, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves Hoosiers with more than 450 agents and approximately 1,200 employees living and working throughout the state. The company is a leader in  autoand  homeowners insurance and the largest writer of  farm insurance in the state.  

 

Media Contacts:

 

For media inquiries, please  contact one of team members for assistance.

 

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
Aug 31, 2026

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half-Century Business Award

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half Century Award

(Indianapolis) – Aug. 31, 2026 – Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance recently received the Governor's Half-Century Business Award, a distinction presented by the State of Indiana to businesses that have operated continuously for 50 years or more while demonstrating a lasting commitment to their communities. 

 

Representative employees from Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance attended a ceremony at the Statehouse on Monday, Aug. 17 to accept the honor alongside leaders from other Hoosier businesses being celebrated for their longevity and impact. The award was presented by Indiana Governor Mike Braun, and since its inception 34 years ago, the award program has recognized more than 1,300 Indiana companies. 

 

"These businesses have been powering Indiana's economy for decades and are true examples of the Hoosier spirit and work ethic," said Gov. Braun in a statement distributed by his office

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance was founded in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau to give Hoosier farmers better access to insurance coverage. Over the past nine decades, the company has grown from a farmer-focused mutual insurer into a full-service provider offering home, auto, life, farm and crop, business and renters insurance, along with a range of financial products. Today, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves customers through agents and employees based in all 92 Indiana counties. 

 

For more information about Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance and its history of serving Hoosier communities, visit https://www.infarmbureau.com/company.

 

 

About Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance:  

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance has served Hoosiers for more than 90 years. Organized in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc., the company has grown to include insurance products for auto,  life,  home,  business and  farm.   
   

Health plan benefits, banking and  other financial services and products are also available through its local offices and online at www.infarmbureau.com. With a home office in downtown Indianapolis and local offices in all 92 counties, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves Hoosiers with more than 450 agents and approximately 1,200 employees living and working throughout the state. The company is a leader in  autoand  homeowners insurance and the largest writer of  farm insurance in the state.  

 

Media Contacts:

 

For media inquiries, please  contact one of team members for assistance.

 

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
Aug 31, 2026

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half-Century Business Award

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half Century Award

(Indianapolis) – Aug. 31, 2026 – Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance recently received the Governor's Half-Century Business Award, a distinction presented by the State of Indiana to businesses that have operated continuously for 50 years or more while demonstrating a lasting commitment to their communities. 

 

Representative employees from Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance attended a ceremony at the Statehouse on Monday, Aug. 17 to accept the honor alongside leaders from other Hoosier businesses being celebrated for their longevity and impact. The award was presented by Indiana Governor Mike Braun, and since its inception 34 years ago, the award program has recognized more than 1,300 Indiana companies. 

 

"These businesses have been powering Indiana's economy for decades and are true examples of the Hoosier spirit and work ethic," said Gov. Braun in a statement distributed by his office

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance was founded in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau to give Hoosier farmers better access to insurance coverage. Over the past nine decades, the company has grown from a farmer-focused mutual insurer into a full-service provider offering home, auto, life, farm and crop, business and renters insurance, along with a range of financial products. Today, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves customers through agents and employees based in all 92 Indiana counties. 

 

For more information about Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance and its history of serving Hoosier communities, visit https://www.infarmbureau.com/company.

 

 

About Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance:  

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance has served Hoosiers for more than 90 years. Organized in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc., the company has grown to include insurance products for auto,  life,  home,  business and  farm.   
   

Health plan benefits, banking and  other financial services and products are also available through its local offices and online at www.infarmbureau.com. With a home office in downtown Indianapolis and local offices in all 92 counties, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves Hoosiers with more than 450 agents and approximately 1,200 employees living and working throughout the state. The company is a leader in  autoand  homeowners insurance and the largest writer of  farm insurance in the state.  

 

Media Contacts:

 

For media inquiries, please  contact one of team members for assistance.

 

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
Aug 31, 2026

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half-Century Business Award

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half Century Award

(Indianapolis) – Aug. 31, 2026 – Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance recently received the Governor's Half-Century Business Award, a distinction presented by the State of Indiana to businesses that have operated continuously for 50 years or more while demonstrating a lasting commitment to their communities. 

 

Representative employees from Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance attended a ceremony at the Statehouse on Monday, Aug. 17 to accept the honor alongside leaders from other Hoosier businesses being celebrated for their longevity and impact. The award was presented by Indiana Governor Mike Braun, and since its inception 34 years ago, the award program has recognized more than 1,300 Indiana companies. 

 

"These businesses have been powering Indiana's economy for decades and are true examples of the Hoosier spirit and work ethic," said Gov. Braun in a statement distributed by his office

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance was founded in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau to give Hoosier farmers better access to insurance coverage. Over the past nine decades, the company has grown from a farmer-focused mutual insurer into a full-service provider offering home, auto, life, farm and crop, business and renters insurance, along with a range of financial products. Today, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves customers through agents and employees based in all 92 Indiana counties. 

 

For more information about Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance and its history of serving Hoosier communities, visit https://www.infarmbureau.com/company.

 

 

About Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance:  

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance has served Hoosiers for more than 90 years. Organized in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc., the company has grown to include insurance products for auto,  life,  home,  business and  farm.   
   

Health plan benefits, banking and  other financial services and products are also available through its local offices and online at www.infarmbureau.com. With a home office in downtown Indianapolis and local offices in all 92 counties, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves Hoosiers with more than 450 agents and approximately 1,200 employees living and working throughout the state. The company is a leader in  autoand  homeowners insurance and the largest writer of  farm insurance in the state.  

 

Media Contacts:

 

For media inquiries, please  contact one of team members for assistance.

 

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
Aug 31, 2026

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half-Century Business Award

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half Century Award

(Indianapolis) – Aug. 31, 2026 – Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance recently received the Governor's Half-Century Business Award, a distinction presented by the State of Indiana to businesses that have operated continuously for 50 years or more while demonstrating a lasting commitment to their communities. 

 

Representative employees from Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance attended a ceremony at the Statehouse on Monday, Aug. 17 to accept the honor alongside leaders from other Hoosier businesses being celebrated for their longevity and impact. The award was presented by Indiana Governor Mike Braun, and since its inception 34 years ago, the award program has recognized more than 1,300 Indiana companies. 

 

"These businesses have been powering Indiana's economy for decades and are true examples of the Hoosier spirit and work ethic," said Gov. Braun in a statement distributed by his office

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance was founded in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau to give Hoosier farmers better access to insurance coverage. Over the past nine decades, the company has grown from a farmer-focused mutual insurer into a full-service provider offering home, auto, life, farm and crop, business and renters insurance, along with a range of financial products. Today, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves customers through agents and employees based in all 92 Indiana counties. 

 

For more information about Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance and its history of serving Hoosier communities, visit https://www.infarmbureau.com/company.

 

 

About Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance:  

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance has served Hoosiers for more than 90 years. Organized in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc., the company has grown to include insurance products for auto,  life,  home,  business and  farm.   
   

Health plan benefits, banking and  other financial services and products are also available through its local offices and online at www.infarmbureau.com. With a home office in downtown Indianapolis and local offices in all 92 counties, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves Hoosiers with more than 450 agents and approximately 1,200 employees living and working throughout the state. The company is a leader in  autoand  homeowners insurance and the largest writer of  farm insurance in the state.  

 

Media Contacts:

 

For media inquiries, please  contact one of team members for assistance.

 

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
Aug 31, 2026

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half-Century Business Award

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half Century Award

(Indianapolis) – Aug. 31, 2026 – Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance recently received the Governor's Half-Century Business Award, a distinction presented by the State of Indiana to businesses that have operated continuously for 50 years or more while demonstrating a lasting commitment to their communities. 

 

Representative employees from Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance attended a ceremony at the Statehouse on Monday, Aug. 17 to accept the honor alongside leaders from other Hoosier businesses being celebrated for their longevity and impact. The award was presented by Indiana Governor Mike Braun, and since its inception 34 years ago, the award program has recognized more than 1,300 Indiana companies. 

 

"These businesses have been powering Indiana's economy for decades and are true examples of the Hoosier spirit and work ethic," said Gov. Braun in a statement distributed by his office

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance was founded in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau to give Hoosier farmers better access to insurance coverage. Over the past nine decades, the company has grown from a farmer-focused mutual insurer into a full-service provider offering home, auto, life, farm and crop, business and renters insurance, along with a range of financial products. Today, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves customers through agents and employees based in all 92 Indiana counties. 

 

For more information about Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance and its history of serving Hoosier communities, visit https://www.infarmbureau.com/company.

 

 

About Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance:  

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance has served Hoosiers for more than 90 years. Organized in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc., the company has grown to include insurance products for auto,  life,  home,  business and  farm.   
   

Health plan benefits, banking and  other financial services and products are also available through its local offices and online at www.infarmbureau.com. With a home office in downtown Indianapolis and local offices in all 92 counties, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves Hoosiers with more than 450 agents and approximately 1,200 employees living and working throughout the state. The company is a leader in  autoand  homeowners insurance and the largest writer of  farm insurance in the state.  

 

Media Contacts:

 

For media inquiries, please  contact one of team members for assistance.

 

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
Aug 31, 2026

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half-Century Business Award

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half Century Award

(Indianapolis) – Aug. 31, 2026 – Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance recently received the Governor's Half-Century Business Award, a distinction presented by the State of Indiana to businesses that have operated continuously for 50 years or more while demonstrating a lasting commitment to their communities. 

 

Representative employees from Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance attended a ceremony at the Statehouse on Monday, Aug. 17 to accept the honor alongside leaders from other Hoosier businesses being celebrated for their longevity and impact. The award was presented by Indiana Governor Mike Braun, and since its inception 34 years ago, the award program has recognized more than 1,300 Indiana companies. 

 

"These businesses have been powering Indiana's economy for decades and are true examples of the Hoosier spirit and work ethic," said Gov. Braun in a statement distributed by his office

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance was founded in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau to give Hoosier farmers better access to insurance coverage. Over the past nine decades, the company has grown from a farmer-focused mutual insurer into a full-service provider offering home, auto, life, farm and crop, business and renters insurance, along with a range of financial products. Today, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves customers through agents and employees based in all 92 Indiana counties. 

 

For more information about Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance and its history of serving Hoosier communities, visit https://www.infarmbureau.com/company.

 

 

About Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance:  

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance has served Hoosiers for more than 90 years. Organized in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc., the company has grown to include insurance products for auto,  life,  home,  business and  farm.   
   

Health plan benefits, banking and  other financial services and products are also available through its local offices and online at www.infarmbureau.com. With a home office in downtown Indianapolis and local offices in all 92 counties, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves Hoosiers with more than 450 agents and approximately 1,200 employees living and working throughout the state. The company is a leader in  autoand  homeowners insurance and the largest writer of  farm insurance in the state.  

 

Media Contacts:

 

For media inquiries, please  contact one of team members for assistance.

 

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
Aug 31, 2026

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half-Century Business Award

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half Century Award

(Indianapolis) – Aug. 31, 2026 – Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance recently received the Governor's Half-Century Business Award, a distinction presented by the State of Indiana to businesses that have operated continuously for 50 years or more while demonstrating a lasting commitment to their communities. 

 

Representative employees from Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance attended a ceremony at the Statehouse on Monday, Aug. 17 to accept the honor alongside leaders from other Hoosier businesses being celebrated for their longevity and impact. The award was presented by Indiana Governor Mike Braun, and since its inception 34 years ago, the award program has recognized more than 1,300 Indiana companies. 

 

"These businesses have been powering Indiana's economy for decades and are true examples of the Hoosier spirit and work ethic," said Gov. Braun in a statement distributed by his office

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance was founded in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau to give Hoosier farmers better access to insurance coverage. Over the past nine decades, the company has grown from a farmer-focused mutual insurer into a full-service provider offering home, auto, life, farm and crop, business and renters insurance, along with a range of financial products. Today, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves customers through agents and employees based in all 92 Indiana counties. 

 

For more information about Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance and its history of serving Hoosier communities, visit https://www.infarmbureau.com/company.

 

 

About Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance:  

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance has served Hoosiers for more than 90 years. Organized in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc., the company has grown to include insurance products for auto,  life,  home,  business and  farm.   
   

Health plan benefits, banking and  other financial services and products are also available through its local offices and online at www.infarmbureau.com. With a home office in downtown Indianapolis and local offices in all 92 counties, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves Hoosiers with more than 450 agents and approximately 1,200 employees living and working throughout the state. The company is a leader in  autoand  homeowners insurance and the largest writer of  farm insurance in the state.  

 

Media Contacts:

 

For media inquiries, please  contact one of team members for assistance.

 

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
Aug 31, 2026

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half-Century Business Award

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance receives Governor's Half Century Award

(Indianapolis) – Aug. 31, 2026 – Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance recently received the Governor's Half-Century Business Award, a distinction presented by the State of Indiana to businesses that have operated continuously for 50 years or more while demonstrating a lasting commitment to their communities. 

 

Representative employees from Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance attended a ceremony at the Statehouse on Monday, Aug. 17 to accept the honor alongside leaders from other Hoosier businesses being celebrated for their longevity and impact. The award was presented by Indiana Governor Mike Braun, and since its inception 34 years ago, the award program has recognized more than 1,300 Indiana companies. 

 

"These businesses have been powering Indiana's economy for decades and are true examples of the Hoosier spirit and work ethic," said Gov. Braun in a statement distributed by his office

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance was founded in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau to give Hoosier farmers better access to insurance coverage. Over the past nine decades, the company has grown from a farmer-focused mutual insurer into a full-service provider offering home, auto, life, farm and crop, business and renters insurance, along with a range of financial products. Today, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves customers through agents and employees based in all 92 Indiana counties. 

 

For more information about Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance and its history of serving Hoosier communities, visit https://www.infarmbureau.com/company.

 

 

About Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance:  

 

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance has served Hoosiers for more than 90 years. Organized in 1934 by Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc., the company has grown to include insurance products for auto,  life,  home,  business and  farm.   
   

Health plan benefits, banking and  other financial services and products are also available through its local offices and online at www.infarmbureau.com. With a home office in downtown Indianapolis and local offices in all 92 counties, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance serves Hoosiers with more than 450 agents and approximately 1,200 employees living and working throughout the state. The company is a leader in  autoand  homeowners insurance and the largest writer of  farm insurance in the state.  

 

Media Contacts:

 

For media inquiries, please  contact one of team members for assistance.

 

 

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