For many farms, the first-cut silage marks the real start of a busy summer. Long days, tight weather windows and pressure to get the job done can all creep in. But silage season can also bring some serious risks, especially around silage clamps so a quick reminder to take extra care now can prevent life‑changing
As Farm Safety Week draws to a close, we turn out attention to those whose quiet dedication has made a profound impact on agricultural communities across the UK, Ireland and beyond. In keeping with tradition, the final day is reserved for celebrating five individuals, each representing one of our partner countries, whose work in farm
Today, our focus has been on one of the most relied-upon and often overlooked vehicles on British farms: the all-terrain vehicle (ATV). But beyond the machine itself lies a component so fundamental to safety and performance that no farm vehicle can function without it: the tyre. “Rural roads and agricultural environments present very specific tyre
According to the latest HSE figures, ATVs were the biggest single cause of work-related fatal injury in agriculture, forestry and fishing in 2024/25 with 7 fatalities including two children. In response, we are taking decisive action with the launch of a powerful new initiative: a nationwide bursary offering 100 farmers across the UK the chance
By Duncan MacAlister, Vice-President, NFU Scotland ATVs are a great addition to any farm, allowing for hard-to-reach areas to be accessed, fences to be checked quickly and efficiently and are a key tool in day-to-day operations. Adding a GPS tracker is an easy way to ensure you, your family and employees are safe. ATV
As the UK and Ireland continue to grapple with the persistent challenge of reducing injuries and fatalities in agriculture, it is both timely and instructive to look beyond our own borders for inspiration. New Zealand, a nation with a similarly rugged rural landscape and a deeply ingrained farming culture, is pioneering a number of bold,
It has often been said that the causes of farm-related accidents have not changed over the past 60 years – livestock, tractors, machinery, falls from height – these have always figured as the top causes of death and serious injury in the industry. Over the last decade or so however, a new four-wheeled threat is
We’ve spoken about the importance of protecting your eyes when working with chemicals, metals and wood but, with eyes being one of the most important organs of the body… and one of the most vulnerable, it’s time to focus on eye health. We spoke to the team from Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB)
By Megan Bailey, Farm Safety Coordinator By any measure, farming is a profession built on resilience, skill and no small measure of courage. Each day, thousands of farmers and farm workers rise early and work late, often in challenging conditions, to keep the nation fed. Yet amid the machinery, livestock, and long hours, there remains
Over the past 13 years, we’ve had the privilege of meeting some truly remarkable individuals – people who’ve shared their stories with honesty, courage and a deep commitment to making our industry safer and healthier for everyone. As we reflect on how far the campaign has come, we want to take a moment to honour