Working outside, you know that the weather can have an impact on your day. Hot weather, especially when combined with strenuous physical labor, can cause your body temperature to rise to unsafe levels. Normally, your body cools itself through sweating, but in hot and humid weather, sweating is not enough and the result can be […]
Forklifts, also called powered industrial trucks, help us perform essential tasks at the job site, but they are also quite dangerous. Driving a forklift is a serious responsibility and should not be taken lightly. Forklift drivers at must be properly trained and follow all safety procedures and precautions. Maintenance Each day, check that the truck […]
Reducing your risk when treating animals As with any investment, it is counterproductive to pay for crop insurance and not take measures to protect your coverage. The best way to get the coverage you need and deserve out of your crop insurance policy is to practice accurate and consistent Treating animals can lead to injuries […]
As with any investment, it is counterproductive to pay for crop insurance and not take measures to protect your coverage. The best way to get the coverage you need and deserve out of your crop insurance policy is to practice accurate and consistent recordkeeping. Documenting your good farming practices as well as accurately reporting acreage […]
It is obvious that farming can be a dangerous profession, but those working in the commercial hog farming business are exposed to particularly hazardous situations on a daily basis. As a hog farm employer, you need to continually analyze your risks to keep your business afloat. These risks not only include the health and safety […]
Few things are as bad as driving while intoxicated. Driving drowsy happens to be one of them. Drowsy drivers are impaired drivers, and that makes them just as much of a danger to themselves and everyone else on the road as drunk drivers. In the United States, drowsy driving is a major concern. According to […]
With the official start of summer near, you may be reviewing your “to do” list to start prioritizing your home projects. If putting up a fence is one of them, you’re not alone. With the variety of fencing materials available today, they’ve become a popular choice for many families. Whether you’re looking to build a […]
Have you ever walked into your kitchen or bathroom and noticed a revolting smell? Surprisingly, some of the foul smells can be traced back to plumbing issues. At times, finding the root cause can be difficult, and you’ll often have to do more than clean the drain to fix the issue. Just like regular plumbing maintenance, […]
July 2019 Cover crops are a critical tool that farmers can use to improve soil health, reduce erosion, retain moisture, and suppress weeds. Especially as farmers are up against devastating floods, drought, and unpredictable weather and pressures, cover crop adoption is an essential practice to build resilient systems and mitigate risk. Despite these clear benefits […]
