The Missouri Farm Bureau is partnering with UnitedHealthcare to offer new health coverage plans that could save farmers between 30 and 50 percent compared to other insurance options. Consumers may choose from four plans, with optional dental and vision coverage.

The plans are the result of legislation passed in July after four years of debate. Missouri Farm Bureau President Garett Hawkins said the organization felt compelled to pursue its own coverage options because many self-employed farmers have gone uninsured or faced expensive plans that offer limited benefits.

“It is heartbreaking to hear the individual stories of our members and to think that they are one major medical emergency away from losing the farm,” Hawkins said. “That’s why we pursued this effort. Our members were relentle

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