December 5, 2024
While we don’t see much winter weather in South Carolina, we are no strangers to bitter cold days. While most other occupations are inside on those cold days, farmers find themselves braving the cold to tend to crops and livestock. To help combat the cold, make sure to cover as much exposed skin as possible. […]
December 5, 2024
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November 6, 2024
With harvest season winding down and hunting season in full swing, much of our farming community is spending their free time in the woods looking for a different kind of harvest. Before you enter the woods, make sure someone knows where you are at all times and that you are familiar with your firearm! Image […]
November 6, 2024
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October 5, 2024
Disaster Clean-Up Safety During times of natural disaster, many community members join efforts to help with the clean-up process. While this is commendable, always remember that there are many hidden safety hazards around disaster clean-up. Before beginning a clean-up process, always assess the area for hazards such as down powerlines, suspended trees, displaced animals, and […]
October 5, 2024
Questions 1. At least how far should you stay from downed lines? 2. How do you avoid chainsaw kickback? 3. Who should repair downed lines and gas leaks? 4. True or False: You should use a metal pole to inspect floodwaters for hazards. 5. True or False: When cleaning up trees, you should wear hearing […]
September 5, 2024
Grain Bin Safety Gain bins are valuable assets to many farming operations, as they are often viewed as a savings account for farmers. Farmers load grain into their bins and wait for prices to rise at the elevators. However, during this waiting period, farmers must keep moisture levels just right to get the most money […]
September 5, 2024
Questions 1. What are the three ways a person can become entrapped or engulfed in grain? 2. How many seconds does a person have before they are fully engulfed in a flowing grain situation? 3. What are the four ways to prevent entrapment or engulfment? 4. True or False: You should establish a high anchor […]
August 5, 2024
Questions 1. How many more times likely are farmers to die by suicide than the general population? 2. How many hours of sleep should adults get each night? 3. What are three things that can result in stress in the farming community? 4. True or False: Helping others can help bolster your mental health. 5. […]
August 5, 2024
Stress Management on the Farm Farmers are 3.5 times more likely to die by suicide than the general population. This is often attributed to the uncertainty of farming. Farmers base their entire livelihood on events completely out of their control, such as weather, market prices, and input prices. Tips to Cope With the Stress of […]
