This infographic is the result of a survey of FFA students that highlights the need for agricultural education.Fly swatters and yardsticks are common giveaways or freebies at farm shows, fairs and other events by exhibitors. With many of these events cancelled this
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UMASH ONLINE COMMUNITY FORUMS
Aging on the Farm
Aging in place for farmers raises a number of challenges and opportunities. To support our farmers, we need to raise the awareness of the impact of aging and ways to prevent injuries. UMASH hosted a series of free online community forums, each with a regional focus in the Upper Midwest.
Thank you to all who participated!
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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.
SAVE THE DATE
AUGUST 11-13, 2020
UMASH ONLINE EXPO
A 20/20 look at ag health, safety and wellness
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WATCH live safety demos
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HEAR from health and safety experts
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GATHER resources from virtual exhibitors
Staying Safe & Staying in Business
A Minnesota Farmfest Virtual Panel Discussion
SAVE THE DATE:
Tuesday, August 4, 2020 9:00-10:30am Central
Farming is risky business. Farmers and farm operators face numerous health, safety, and financial risks. COVID-19 brings additional layers of risk and uncertainty.
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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.
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