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Youth in Agriculture

Each year, over 2 million farm/agricultural workers under 20 years old are exposed to health and safety hazards in the workplace and, unfortunately, some suffer … Continued

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Vehicle Hazards

Here are some recommendations for vehicle safety from the National Safety Council (NSC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): Do not allow passengers … Continued

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Pesticides and Other Chemicals

Pesticide exposure can create both short- and long-term risks of illness for farm/agricultural workers, especially pesticide-handlers when working with defective or inadequate protective equipment. Pesticides … Continued

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Noise

Every year, thousands of people face preventable risks of hearing loss due to excessive noise in the workplace, and especially farm/agricultural workers, who are among … Continued

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Heat

Heat-related illnesses affect thousands of people every year, and unfortunately, some lose their lives. Farmworkers are especially prone to heat illnesses due to the nature … Continued

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BancorpSouth

Creditors like BancorpSouth cannot harass you over a debt. You have rights under the law, and we will stop the harassment once and for all. … Continued

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Agritourism

“Agritourism” refers to allowing visitors – “tourists,” in a sense – to visit a farm and learn about its history and current operations. It can … Continued

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Fire Prevention

Fire risks are typically higher in rural and agricultural areas, combined with the setback of the typically-long distance between the farm and the first-responders to … Continued

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Hearing Protection

Proper hearing protection is an essential part of the job for many farmers and other agricultural workers who operate equipment such as augers, combines, and … Continued

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Manure Application

Manure application is an important part of the production of crops due to its plentiful macro- and micro-nutrients, such as nitrogen, zinc, iron, and manganese, … Continued

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