FOOD SAFETY ...
FARM SAFETY ...
Respirator fit testing at Maine Farm Days Aug. 22
Required annually for anyone applying pesticides that require the use of a respirator
PESTICIDE REGULATIONS ...
Alternatives to Chlorpyrifos Work Group announced
Development of safer, more sustainable alternatives to chlorpyrifos is underway
AWARDS PRESENTED ...
A record 230 poultry facilities honored for safety
230 facilities received safety awards from the Joint Industry Safety and Health Council
PREVENT SPILLS ...
Inspect poly tanks every spring and fall
Tanks are susceptible to weathering, especially if they are always outdoors
Pesticide Training Course ...
Field and Forage Seminar for Pesticide Applicators
Aug. 15th class is open to the general public but is designed for Pesticide Applicators
HEALTH AND SAFETY ...
Beware of heat stress, exhaustion
Extreme heat is perhaps the most dangerous risk on our farms and ranches
FARMFEST ...
Join Farm Bureau at Farmfest
Nearly 500 companies displaying on more than 50 acres of land
PROPOSAL ...
Bill would protect U.S. domestic food supply
Bipartisan bill would strengthen security by hiring additional ag inspectors at ports of entry
KEEPING HEALTHY ...