MICHAEL FARMER INC
USDOT 2141887 • DBA: FARMER TRUCKING • 1589 FULLENWIDER RD, GAINESVILLE, GA, 30507
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-817970 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jan 29, 2026 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | DC910095-01 | ON FILE | Aug 1, 2025 | Feb 16, 2026 |
Insurance History (15 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | DC910095-01 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2025 | Jan 28, 2026 |
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | DC910095-00 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2024 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA230134 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2023 | Aug 31, 2024 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA230134 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2023 | Aug 1, 2024 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA220129 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2022 | Aug 1, 2023 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA210140 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2021 | Aug 1, 2022 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA200144 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2020 | Aug 1, 2020 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA200143 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2020 | Aug 1, 2021 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA190159 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2019 | Aug 1, 2020 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA180148 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2018 | Aug 1, 2019 |
| CYPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY (CA) | BIPD/Primary | 03TRM018241-02 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2017 | Aug 1, 2018 |
| CYPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY (CA) | BIPD/Primary | 03TRM018241-01 | CANCELLED | Jun 6, 2017 | Aug 1, 2017 |
| CYPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY (CA) | BIPD/Primary | 03TRM018241-01 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2016 | Jul 12, 2017 |
| CYPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY (CA) | BIPD/Primary | 03TRM018241-01 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2016 | Jun 6, 2017 |
| PROGRESSIVE MOUNTAIN INSURANCE COMPANY OF OHI | BIPD/Primary | CA 2050768 | REPLACED | Apr 9, 2013 | Aug 1, 2016 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC910095-01 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 16, 2026 | Feb 16, 2026 |
| TERM/REPL | HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC910095-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 28, 2026 | Jan 28, 2026 |
| CANCEL | HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC910095-00 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2025 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA230134 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2024 | Aug 31, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA230134 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2024 | Aug 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA220129 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2023 | Aug 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA210140 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2022 | Aug 1, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA200143 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2021 | Aug 1, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA200144 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2020 | Aug 1, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA190159 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2020 | Aug 1, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA180148 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2019 | Aug 1, 2019 |
| CANCEL | CYPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY (CA) | 03TRM018241-02 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2018 | Aug 1, 2018 |
| CANCEL | CYPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY (CA) | 03TRM018241-01 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2017 | Aug 1, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | CYPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY (CA) | 03TRM018241-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 12, 2017 | Jul 12, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | CYPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY (CA) | 03TRM018241-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 6, 2017 | Jun 6, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE MOUNTAIN INSURANCE COMPANY OF OHI | CA 2050768 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2016 | Aug 1, 2016 |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC817970 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 20, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 29, 2026 |
| MC817970 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 7, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 30, 2025 |
| MC817970 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 5, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 30, 2018 |
| MC817970 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 5, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 26, 2017 |
| MC817970 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 18, 2013 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
12 states • 66 inspections
Violation Summary (127 violations from 66 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 5 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.207F-SDAS | Suspension - Deflated air suspension | 4 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 3 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 3 | 3 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47C-BSAMBD | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24(d) | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8K2-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have in possession RODS for the previous seven consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | 2 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H2-ELDNISDT | HOS (ELD) Driver failing to have instruction sheet describing the data transfer mechanisms supported by the ELD and step-by-step instructions for the driver to pr | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.9-SLL | 390.9-SLL | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.22G | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22G-ELDMFV | HOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-INAT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.22A-D | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24D | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22H1 | Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22H4 | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11TU | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11TL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.202A2 | Hazmat description incomplete | 1 | 0 | 5 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.25F | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.86B1 | Rear end protection (ICC bumper) missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8F12 | 395.8F12 | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8F05 | 395.8F05 | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-PROP | Driving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.42A-BM | Brakes - parking brake defective | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BL | Brake system pressure loss | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A3II | Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty off duty or sleeper period of at least 30 minutes | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(g) | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(a) | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LIL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.82 | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCFSBD | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.82DUMT | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:999 | 999 | 1 | 1 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(a) | 390.21T(a) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (66 inspections)
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Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
10 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (10 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 2024 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | CENTENNIAL DR NEAR MEMORIAL PARK RD | ...413620 | FARMER TRUCKING |
| May 23, 2023 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | STATE ROAD 91 / FLORIDA TURNPIKE | ...309057 | MICHAEL FARMER INC |
| Jan 4, 2023 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | INTERSTATE 75 SOUTHBOUND | ...A07492 | MICHAEL FARMER INC |
| Dec 12, 2022 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | SR 60 NEAR FULENWIDER RD | ...GU6387 | MICHAEL FARMER INC |
| Jul 6, 2022 | MS | TOW | 0 | 0 | NEWTON | 20 | ...AS5400 | FARMER TRUCKING |
| Dec 12, 2021 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | SOUTH FULTON | 4780 WASHINGTON RD / ROOSEELT HWY | ...N99560 | MICHAEL FARMER INC |
| Jul 2, 2021 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I-20 EAST / THORNTON RD | ...293183 | FARMER TRUCKING |
| Mar 23, 2020 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 10, 2017 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 28, 2017 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
27 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
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