UMASH and Emily Krekelberg go “way back” with our mutual mission of promoting farm safety and health. Emily knows first hand the inherent dangers involved
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THE UMASH ONLINE EXPO LIVES ON!
CHECK OUT THE FREE RESOURCES
AVAILABLE THROUGH NOVEMBER 30
The Expo may have ended, but with the virtual nature of the UMASH Online Expo: A 20/20 Look at Ag Health, Safety, and Wellness, you can relive the glory days all over again! Hosted from August 11-13, the Expo included exhibitor booths, ag health and safety talks, and safety demos. These will remain available through November!
umash.umn.edu/expo
COVID-19 Resource Page
The outbreak of COVID-19 is rapidly changing, creating a significant challenge for U.S. public health departments, schools, community organizations, agriculture and the overall public. UMASH has compiled a list specific to the Upper Midwest region to address COVID-19 in your state.
10 WAYS TO TEACH AG HEALTH AND SAFETY ONLINE
Teaching online is here for the near future. UMASH is ready to assist with ag health and safety ideas that you can use ONLINE for your class. Check out our resources and the 10 Ways to Teach Ag Health and Safety Online.
Midwest Rural Agricultural Safety and Health (MRASH)
November 17-20
The 2020 MRASH Conference will be held online. It will feature live-streamed and pre-recorded presentations, online posters, virtual exhibits, and opportunities for networking and discussion.
Registration begins October 1
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Being a farm kid and being raised around this stuff all our lives, we don't realize all the unsafe things we are around so seeing that made me realize that little everyday things I'm doing or around are not always as safe as I think they are.
UMASH IN THE FIELD - LATEST NEWS
SPOTLIGHT: Lessons Learned – A Passion for Farm Safety and Mental Health
SPOTLIGHT: Harvest Safety Tips
Following a series of serious farm incidents in Minnesota, AgWeek Journalist Noah Fish connected with UMASH and Extension to garner safety tips. Working
SPOTLIGHT: Manure Safety Toolkit
As we move into fall and harvest season, much of the Upper Midwest has continued to see significant rainfall. Safety issues associated with manure storage,
SPOTLIGHT: NAMI Minnesota Partner Project Builds Community Relationships
In 2018, the Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center (UMASH) established a partner project with the NAMI Minnesota to address suicide and the
Do you Know Someone who is Struggling?
Do you know someone who is struggling with their mental health? Are you wondering how you could help them? Look no further! In collaboration with our neighbors
Near Miss? Close Call?
Many of us have experienced a near miss or close call when working on the farm. Did the experience change how you do chores or tasks? Are you thinking
Back to School: Think, Teach, Do: Ag Safety for All
The school year has kicked off, and educators are connecting with students in person, online, or through a mix of both. Educators joined the Fall Food,
SPOTLIGHT: Check Out Our Checklist – Take 5 Minutes to Save a Life
Farming is a dangerous occupation, and many communities may be extra vulnerable to COVID-19. If you live, work, or grew up on a farm, you probably know
