How did State Farm get its name?, State Farm® Story - State Farm, well known for being a "good neighbor" by "being there" for our customers, was founded in 1922 by retired farmer and insurance salesman George Jacob "G.J." Mecherle. We now insure more cars and homes than any other insurer in the U.S. A mutual company, we are focused on our policyholders., Farmers And Traders Life Insurance Company, Farmers And Traders Insurance
