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Read article: Find joy in holiday gift giving while supporting your local farm community
Find joy in holiday gift giving while supporting your local farm community
Imagine owning and running the business of your dreams, and not being in control of one of the most stressful aspects of a business: the cost of...
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Read article: Lessons learned at Farm Safety Day left a lasting impression
Lessons learned at Farm Safety Day left a lasting impression
Accidents can happen in a split second. It is never too young to start learning how to be situationally aware and safer. For the past 30 years,...
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Read article: Meals in the field for farm families during harvest
Meals in the field for farm families during harvest
Fields are turning to browns and golds and harvest has begun. With farmers across Illinois spending long hours in the fields, they and their farm...
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Read article: Farm Life is Uncontrollable, Know the Warning Signs of Stress
Farm Life is Uncontrollable, Know the Warning Signs of Stress
Suicide rates are higher for farmers than any other occupation ...

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Automated agricultural machinery requires new approaches to ensuring safety
URBANA, Ill. — From self-driving tractors to weeding robots and AI-powered data collection, automated machinery is revolutionizing agricultural production. While these technological advancements can greatly improve productivity, they also raise new questions about safety measures and regulations...
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During planting, stress management is more important than ever
URBANA, Ill. – As the busy season of planting approaches, so do the pressures and expectations placed upon farmers. With professional mental health care sometimes hard to come by, farmers may be looking for other ways to handle stress. University of Illinois Extension specialist...
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FAA requirements for farmers operating a drone
Disclaimer – The following is meant only for educational purposes and not to be construed as legal advice. Contact your legal advisor and the FAA for more information. Flying a drone can be fun and exciting, however, for safety reasons, many rules need to be followed. The...

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Shibu Kar

Shibu Kar

Assistant Dean, Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy Program Leader