This week, the week of 21-27 September, is being observed as National Farm & Ranch Safety and Health Week. This year’s theme is “Safety First. Avoid the Worst.”
There were 1,604 reported agricultural injuries in Maine between 2008 and 2022, according to a recent study. In 2022, Maine recorded one agricultural fatality.
Note that these statistics may not accurately reflect the total number of incidents, as many small family farms are not required to report injuries.
One excellent resource to help “avoid the worst” is the University of Maine Cooperative Extension AgrAbility Program. Resources range from a tractor driving video to a list of items to include in a farm first aid kit. Think safety. Always.
Safety First. Avoid the Worst.