As farmers erect more grain bins on their land, they may inadvertently expose themselves or others to more safety hazards. Accidents involving grain storage and handling facilities are generally increasing in the United States, with 67 reported cases in 2013, according to a 2014 report by Purdue University.
Feds put forth strategy for reducing pollinator losses
The last two farm bills have contained language to authorize pollinator research programs, but it wasn’t until last year that a presidential memorandum authorized a White House Task Force to take a definitive look at the issue of pollinator health.
