Farm Safety
Farm Bureau promotes safety and health in agricultural and rural communities to reduce the number of farm work-related injuries and deaths by promoting safe practices and increasing public awareness of the importance of safety and health in agriculture.
County Farm Bureaus participate and host activities like farm and home safety forums for youth and adults, farmer and community wellness events on topics like mental health and opioid misuse and health fairs. Safety is an important topic every day of the year. Also included below is a list of farm safety resources to utilize
Contact Education Coordinator Pam Debele to learn more about bringing ag, home or community safety programs to your school or organization.
General Farm Safety | |
| The AgriSafe Network represents health professionals and educators who strive to reduce health disparities found among the agricultural community. They believe agricultural injuries, diseases, and fatalities can be prevented through the effective delivery of agricultural occupational health services. Find current health topics and learning opportunities. | |
| The National Farm Medicine Center and National Children’s Center for Rural and Agricultural Health and Safety designed the Cultivate Safety website to provide easy access to agricultural safety information and resources for farmers, ranchers, supervisors and media. | |
| Farm Bureau Financial Services – Farm Safety | Farm Bureau Financial Services has several articles in their learning center on farm safety topics and resources. |
| Farm Bureau Safety & Health Network | The mission of the Farm Bureau Safety and Health Network is to provide leadership and assistance to local and state Farm Bureaus promoting safety and health in agricultural and rural communities. The network creates open communication channels between Farm Bureau safety and health professionals and volunteers to share resources, programs and initiatives. |
| Minnesota Farm Safety | Minnesota Department of Agriculture | The Minnesota Department of Agriculture highlights their resources regarding farm safety. |
| National Education Center for Agricultural Safety | The National Education Center for Agricultural Safety (NECAS) is dedicated to preventing illnesses, injuries and deaths among farmers and ranchers, agricultural and horticultural workers, their families and their employees. NECAS offers training and rescue programs for a variety of topics and provides webinars to increase awareness for agricultural safety. |
| Progressive Ag Safety | The Progressive Agriculture Safety Day program provides education, training, and resources to make farm, ranch and rural life safer and healthier for all children and their communities. Find curriculum, videos, and resources for hosting a farm safety day event. |
| Rural Mutual Insurance - Farm Safety | Rural Mutual Insurance Company is the Farm Bureau-affiliated insurance company out of Wisconsin. This page provides resources on slow-moving vehicle signs, trips and falls, stress, and more. |
| Farm Safety | UMN Extension | See resources and education provided by the University of Minnesota-Extension. |
| Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center | The mission of the Upper Midwest Agricultural Health and Safety Center (UMASH) is to improve the health and safety of agricultural workers, owner-operators, and communities in the Upper Midwest. Find resources and engagement opportunities. |
Trainings and Curriculum | |
| Gearing Up for Safety - Production Agriculture Safety Training for Youth | This course, created by Purdue University, provides youth with materials needed to meet certain certification requirements for farm youth workers. |
| Kansas Farm Bureau - Safety DIY Programs and Brochures | Kansas Farm Bureau has created several safety lesson plans and brochures to increase awareness among farm and ranch families about the inherent danger of agricultural life and to eliminate attitudes and/or behaviors that lead to accidents or an unhealthy lifestyle. Find DIY guides, videos, and brochures. |
| Progressive Ag Safety YouTube Channel | Progressive Ag Safety offers many YouTube lessons on curriculum that can be used at farm safety events and hands-on activities to include. |
| Safer Farm Animal Contact Exhibits | The Safer Farm Animal Contact Exhibits (Safer FACEs) training program can help you understand the risks of illness and injury from farm animals, and how to protect your visitors. This free, online and voluntary training program is offered by the Minnesota Department of Health. |
| Think F.A.S.T. | American Farm Bureau Federation | The Think F.A.S.T. (Farm & Ag Safety Training) program is an initiative from Farm Bureau designed to proactively address on-farm safety concerns for youth. The program materials are free and are tailored for audiences 14- to 17-years old and focus on general safety, leadership, and critical thinking skills applied to technical and agriculture-specific contexts. |
Posters and Handouts | |
| Agritourism | Protecting the safety of farm visitors is important for both the visitors and for farms hosting these events. Find posters, resources for visitors, videos, training, and more. |
| Farm Answers | Farm Answers is the USDA-NIFA beginning farmer and rancher clearinghouse, providing resources in the form of posters, videos, worksheets, and more. |
| Agritourism Safety | It is up to farmers who invite visitors onto their farms to ensure the safety and health of their visitors. Implementing appropriate safety strategies can help reduce visitor injuries and illnesses, potentially reducing liability. This website provides the tools and resources farmers need to help keep their visitors safe. |
| Agriculture safety resources - SFM Mutual Insurance | Check out the resources from this worker’s compensation company designed to address common safety hazards in agriculture. |
| Yoga and Mobility | This poster identifies and describes several yoga poses that will help farmworkers stretch their muscles and stay safe on the farm. |
Rentable Farm Safety Modules | |
| Agriculture Safety Trailer | The Agriculture Safety Trailer is available for businesses, organizations, farms, and individuals to have available at ag safety curriculum days for training their employees, students, or as a part of an event they are hosting. |
| Grain Bin Safety Tug of War | Contact these individuals to find rent the Tug of War machine to simulate a grain bin safety demonstration. Mary Hoffmann, Sleepy Eye FFA - 507-766-0905 |
Grants | |
| Harvest Grants: Grain Bin Safety | The Grain Bin Safety Campaign goal is to reduce the occurrence of grain bin accidents by raising awareness of the hazards and by raising funds to equip first responders with the tools and training needed to respond quickly when necessary in the event of a grain bin accident. The funds raised will be distributed to rural first responders to purchase grain bin rescue systems and training. |
| Grain Storage Facility Safety Grant | Minnesota Department of Agriculture | The Grain Storage Facility Safety Grant helps Minnesota farmers buy and install eligible safety equipment for on-farm grain bins or silos. |
| Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) Rebate | Minnesota Department of Agriculture | The Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) Rebate Program makes tractor safety equipment affordable and simple to order. |
| Safety Grant Program | Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry | The Safety Grant Program awards funds up to $10,000 to qualifying employers for projects designed to reduce the risk of injury and illness to their workers. |
Supplies for Purchase | |
| Farm First Aid Kits | The National Education Center for Agricultural Safety (NECAS) has Farm First Aid Kits available for purchase that meet the needs of people working in agriculture. Designed with farm injuries in mind, the kits contain first aid supplies that are useful in an emergency response or for everyday use. |
Adult and Youth Safety Vests
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Help promote safe practices on the farm by keeping current and future farmers more visible.
The Minnesota Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee is offering adult and children’s safety vests for purchase. Each vest costs $7 for adult vests and $5 for children's vests and can be worn over clothing in any season.