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Farm families open up about childcare and its impact on safety, economic viability of farms
A national survey of 860 farm families found childcare challenges affect child safety, farm business decisions, finances and well-being. Most respondents reported safety concerns and work changes made to balance childcare responsibilities.
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Hazards of corn box-play to be featured in free webinar, Sept. 14
Safety campaigns urge farmers not to enter grain-filled bins. So are we sending the wrong message to children if we allow them to play in a sandbox full of corn?
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Sun protection for children, youth to be featured in June 5 webinar
Childhood and teenage years are peak times for sun exposure. Sunburns during these years significantly increase the risk of developing skin cancer later in life.
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Tractor tragedy highlights need for rollover protection on older farm equipment
A new article detailing the tragic death of 14‑year‑old Taylor VanderWeele underscores the urgent need for increased adoption and funding of rollover protective structures (ROPS) on older farm tractors.