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Keep Farm Employees Safe During the Extreme Heat Aug 21, 2023
For those whose livelihood depends upon working outdoors or in less than favorable conditions, this week looks to be quite difficult with higher-than-normal temperatures and humidity predicted. Meteorologists suggest parts […]
6 Steps To Keep Ag Aviation Operators and Drones Safe Apr 26, 2023
Low-altitude manned ag aircrafts can fly as low as 10’ off the ground while making applications. This means they share air space with drones, which are not allowed to fly […]
Rural Heroes: John Deere Supports Volunteer Firefighters With Documentary Film Apr 26, 2023
Farming looks different when you are saving your neighbor’s farm. Rural America is tightly woven by the threads of community. While the population is increasing, the number of volunteer firefighters […]
Nebraska: Center Pivot Safety – What Could Go Wrong? May 11, 2020
Center pivots have revolutionized irrigation, greatly increasing water application efficiency and have become a way of life on many irrigated farms. Pivots, like every machine on the farm, have several […]
Ohio: Spring Safety Tips Apr 8, 2020
Spring of 2019 brought never-before seen planting conditions for our generation. With a similar weather pattern predicted for spring 2020, the window to get crops in the field may be […]
Alabama: Hunting Safety – 10 Commandments of Firearm Safety Oct 25, 2017
Hunting safety is always a top priority regardless of game, ammo or method. In Alabama, bow season is open now and gun season opens in mid-November for deer. A lot […]
Manure Storage System Safety: Understanding the Risks Oct 23, 2017
Are you at risk while pumping out your manure storage system? Without throwing out the “here’s your sign” card, the simple answer to the question posed in the title of […]
Duck Hunting: Boat Safety Is Crucial on Cold Water Nov 11, 2016
As the days turn colder, many people can’t wait to spend time on the water, and safety should be a top priority. Duck hunters are boating on some of […]
Safe Electricity – 7 Tips for a Safe Harvest Sep 19, 2016
During harvest season, many farmers reap the benefits of advancement in agricultural technology. With the help of GPS auto-steer devices, farmers are able to decrease driver error and maximize productivity. […]
Mississippi Outdoors: Off-Road Vehicles Bring Fun, Hazards Sep 9, 2016
Speeding along a wooded trail on a bright, chilly morning can bring a lot of enjoyment and excitement. And it sure is a lot easier getting to that back-country deer […]
