Fall from grain bin ladder sends reminder to be careful during harvest time
Mid-Missouri farmer Brian Flatt had climbed up the ladders of grain bins on his farm with a screwdriver or grease gun in hand thousands of times.
View ArticleDairy worker dies, on meth, creating safety debate in Washington
A worker died on a Washington dairy last year, after driving into a manure lagoon. aaIn response to the death, last week 16 Democrats introduced a bill in Olympia to target dairy farm safety. But...
View ArticleMake manure safety a priority after harvest
Hydrogen sulfide and methane gasses from liquid/slurry stores can be lethal.
View ArticlePreventing hay fires with a thermometer
Farmers can prevent hay fires by monitoring hay temperature after baling according to Tim Schnakenberg, agronomy specialist with University of Missouri Extension.
View ArticleBe vigilant about farm and ranch safety
In general, the agriculture community recognizes that it ranks among the most hazardous industries.
View ArticleSafety comes first with tower silos
Think you’re invincible? Think again. Accidents happen all the time. Our two-part series about silage safety is a must-read reminder that can help keep your farm staff, your family and you safe.
View ArticleCDC Offers Tips for Reducing Salmonella Risk
At least 21 people in eight states have contracted Salmonella Heidelberg infections associated with exposure to dairy calves from Wisconsin, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and...
View ArticleOSHA Releasing New Farm Safety Rules
A new rule could change the way employers record injury and illness to farm workers.
View ArticleFarm Machinery Safety: Don't Just Talk About It
Farming is one of the most dangerous occupations in the country. Do your part and make your farm as safe as possible.
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