Top 3 causes of agriculture related injuries or deaths and how to prevent them!
Scott Heiberger, National Farm Medicine Center, shared with us the top three causes of injuries, safety prevention strategies and resources to learn more.
Agritourism
Consider Safety When Planning Agritourism Visits
Inviting the public onto a farm site results in some degree of liability. Make sure you are properly covered for your agritourism venture. Learn more here.
Been Farming Long? If not, you’re at high risk for injury.
Been Farming Long? If not, you’re at high risk for injury. Men and women who’ve been farming less than 10 years are at high risk for injury because agriculture is one of the most dangerous industries in the U.S.
Use These Five Tips to Keep Fall Visitors Aware of Farm Safety
Fall is a popular time for agritourism on farms. We compiled these farm safety tips to make sure your fun activities are also safe.
CSA Farm Safety Tips and Resources
As the “Farm to Table” movement continues to grow, so has Community Supported Agriculture, or CSA. Here is a list of recommended tips and resources to use before you launch your own CSA program.
Hayride Wagon Safety Checklist
Hayride wagon safety is critical when offering rides on your farm. Follow this checklist to assure your hayride is safe.
Keeping Hayrides Safe for Children
Hayrides are great fun in the fall. Learn ways to keep your children safe during hayrides this year. Find more tips on Rural Mutual's Farm Safety Blog.
Is Your Child Ready to Operate an ATV For Farm Use?
If your children will be using your ATV for farm use, have you taken the time to make sure they are capable of safely operating it before sending them on their way?