Farming-Related Injuries & Deaths
Researchers found hearing loss was more common among farmworkers studied than the national rate.
Safety advocates are urging farmers and motorists to take precautions during harvest.
The company is developing technology to help farmers catch storage problems earlier.
Basic first-aid supplies and emergency skills can help producers respond when accidents happen.
Changes to equipment and infrastructure can create dangers in familiar areas.
Harvest Safety Week runs August 18-22 and highlights resources and best practices to help farmers and agricultural workers stay safe during harvest.
Rural cancer patients often face significant barriers to receiving specialized care, with many forced to travel long distances for treatment.
Maverick Minute Foundation president Doster Harper shares the organization’s mission, community safety initiatives, and the importance of taking a minute to pause before dangerous work on the farm.
Officials say the compact grain vacuum could become an important tool for fire departments.