Agricultural Safety

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Know this about pesticide use in agriculture

October 2, 2026

This summer I was invited to participate in creating a video about pesticide use in agriculture as part of the Illinois Farm Families Innovation...

Extension has a foundation built on agriculture education

September 9, 2026

The University of Illinois Extension office in Mason County recently relocated to...

illustration of computer and screwdriver with text reading system maintenance

Online training and testing closed for maintenance during September 2026

August 3, 2026

The summer field season is underway and Illinois applicators and operators are doing what they do best! With the training and testing season...

Agricultural field that the EPA requires specific mitigations be calculated for through new Endangered Species Act labeling

Understanding new ESA label requirements for the 2026 Illinois spraying season

June 8, 2026

Spraying season has officially begun in Illinois agriculture, and this year, additional steps may be necessary to make an application due to a recent...

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A screenshot of the homepage of the farm scene and text from the Agricultural Injury Dashboard.

September 23, 2026

U of I researchers develop interactive tool to track agricultural injuries, strengthen prevention efforts
URBANA, Ill. — Agriculture is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. Each year, vehicles, machinery, environmental hazards, and other incidents cause thousands of injuries and hundreds of fatalities. A thorough understanding of the main risks is key to preventing...

A person shows a lock and tag out bin safety system at an event table

April 1, 2026

Against the Grain: Dr. Salah Issa on Innovating Ag Safety
URBANA, Ill. — Dr. Salah Issa’s career in agricultural safety began in an unexpected way. Starting out at a graduate program in Ecological Sciences and Engineering at Purdue University as a self-described “city kid”, he was unaware that agricultural engineering was even a career option. It wasn’...

Overhead side view of bin set up at U of I Feed Technology Center in Urbana

March 2, 2026

See safety in action at Stand Up 4 Grain Safety Week Kickoff event in Urbana
URBANA, Ill. — What began as an idea from agricultural industry groups to help ensure safety in the workplace has now become a nationwide movement. Stand Up 4 Grain Safety Week takes place March 30 through April 6, and the 2026 Illinois kickoff...

A family of three stand in a farm field overlooking a sunset

February 11, 2026

Illinois Extension offers support for farmers experiencing economic stress
URBANA, Ill. — As farmers across the state face mounting economic pressures, University of Illinois Extension reminds agricultural producers, advisers, and families that free help is available wherever you are.Assistance resources range...

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