DECEMBER 2020 A productive and positive work environment is integral to the success of any operation, and understanding how to achieve that is just as
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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.
STRESS AND MENTAL HEALTH
Stress, suicide, and mental health conditions impact agricultural communities, where economic, social, and environmental forces challenge the health and safety of farmers. In response to a growing concern about the lack of resources and support for farmers, farm workers and families UMASH has been working to build partnerships to stimulate innovation and action in the region.
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Great Content shared often! If you are a farmer, this is the place to learn about how to keep yourself and your family safe!
Sharing UMASH's and other partner resources with our Gear Up for Ag Health and Safety students throughout the year makes our work much easier!
They have been important resources to be sure our "learners" know how to stay safe! Honestly, I haven't been able to find better resources than yours!
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.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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UMASH IN THE FIELD - LATEST NEWS
SPOTLIGHT: Coaching Methods to Improve Ag Employee Performance
Reminiscing on the UMASH Expo
In lieu of the usual schedule of summer farm shows, we connected and caught up with the agricultural community at the UMASH Online Expo this year in August.
SPOTLIGHT: Practice Physical Distancing on the Farm
DECEMBER 2020 The recent news is overflowing with the approval and distribution of the COVID -19 vaccine. Coverage of the UPS and FedEx trucks leaving
UMASH’s Best Kept Secret
DECEMBER 2020 UMASH’s best kept secret is a secret no more! In our #UMASHResearchers social media campaign, we highlighted four of our researchers: Pete
SPOTLIGHT: Six Reasons You Should Get the Flu Shot This Year
COVID-19 has strained the healthcare system, making it more difficult to get necessary care when you’re sick. This is especially true in rural areas
SPOTLIGHT: Was that a part of the plan?
As we wrap up harvest, plans are being made for 2021. While we do not hope for any disasters, now is the time to plan for one. Shay Foulk, an agronomist,
SPOTLIGHT: Looking for the right tool? UMASH has you covered.
DECEMBER 2020 Ever heard the phrase, “use the right tool for the job?” If you’re in a hands-on occupation, using the right tool is important
UMASH at MRASH: A Success!
NOVEMBER 2020 On November 17-20, the Midwest Rural Agricultural Safety and Health Conference (MRASH) brought together safety and health researchers and
