New Study Underscores the Importance of Ensuring Farmworker Safety Posted by Growing Produce Staff|August 10, 2022 Learn what researchers found when looking at on-the-job injuries involving skid steer loaders.Read More
How You Can Help Give New Apple Variety a Name By Washington State University College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences|April 20, 2024
Share Your Knowledge at the First CEAg World Conference and Expo Posted by Growing Produce Staff|April 19, 2024
Stress on the Farm Hurts Mental Health, But Help Is Coming Soon By Nikki Fried, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services|December 19, 2021 Florida Ag Commissioner Nikki Fried says farmers struggling mentally and emotionally don’t need to suffer in silence.
USDA Makes Big Investment To Grow Its AgrAbility Program Posted by Growing Produce Staff|November 12, 2021 More than $5 million over four years will feed research projects to help accommodate people with disabilities working in ag.
Does Precision Ag Technology Improve Quality of Life on the Farm? By K-State Research and Extension|October 13, 2021 Extensive study results led by Kansas State University show automated systems score high on the list. Find out what else was found.
Oregon Farmworker Advocates Ask for Extreme Heat Rules After Laborer Dies Posted by David Eddy|July 2, 2021 Rare coastal heatwave also hammers berry crops; early estimates of blueberry crop loss run 30% to 40%.
Can Your Organization Require Workers Get a COVID-19 Vaccine? By CropLife|February 24, 2021 Though most businesses have coronavirus-related policies for employees, customers, and visitors, few have a plan to manage the arrival of a vaccine.
COVID-19 Vaccinations Arrive in San Joaquin Valley Region By Thomas Skernivitz|February 16, 2021 OptumServe site at Reedley College will begin to provide 420 vaccinations daily.
COVID-19 Safety for Farmworkers at Center of $3 Million Project Posted by Growing Produce Staff|January 28, 2021 See how a team of experts at UC Davis is working with the agricultural industry and community groups to turn tide on pandemic.
Unpacking Food Safety in a World of Coronavirus By Trevor Suslow|October 3, 2020 Should you implement an environmental monitoring program for COVID-19 on your farm? Why or why not?
Study up on COVID-19 Guidance for Farmworkers Posted by Growing Produce Staff|October 1, 2020 Growers need a plan to keep employees safe. The CDC has recommendations.
Why Farm Safety Is a State of Body and Mind By Frank Giles|September 26, 2020 Mental health must be attended to and nurtured daily just like a crop.
What Growers Need to Know About the Western Fires Posted by Carol Miller|September 9, 2020 There are dozens of significant fires across the Western U.S., and many of the major produce growing areas are cloaked in smoke.
Farmworker Pandemic Safety Campaign Launched Posted by David Eddy|August 4, 2020 California foundation encourages farmworkers to keep themselves and their families safe during the pandemic.
CEU Series: Mix and Load Pesticides Safely By Gene McAvoy|October 1, 2017 Caution used during preparation stages are worth your time and effort.
CEU Series: Make Sure to Stow Your Pesticides Before You Go By Gene McAvoy|May 1, 2017 Your job isn’t finished until all pesticides, containers, and equipment have been put away properly.
CEU Series: Avoid Mishaps When Handling Pesticides By Gene McAvoy|April 1, 2017 Education can effectively reduce the risk of a spill and the harm it may cause.
CEU Series: Place Priority on Preventing Pesticide Poisoning By Gene McAvoy|January 1, 2017 Practicing safe work habits will minimize hazards from exposure to certain crop protection chemistries.
United Farm Workers Turns Up Heat On California Growers Posted by Rosemary Gordon|July 29, 2015 With temperatures soaring into the triple digits, union organizers are focusing on heat illness regulations.
California High Heat Warning Issued Posted by Christina Herrick|June 23, 2015 The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) is advising all employers to protect their outdoor workers […]
Make Agriculture Responsibility Part Of Your New Year’s Resolutions [Opinion] By Mary Hartney|December 31, 2014 Health, safety, and security regarding the handling and storage of fertilizer products should be a priority in 2015.