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This Week on N Field: Harvest Fires Happen — How to be Prepared

October 25, 2024
The latest forecast includes another elevated risk of wildfires early next week. Check these tips to ensure you're prepared to act quickly if a fire ignites during harvest operations. 

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This Week on N Field: Fire Prevention During Harvest

October 11, 2024
Nebraska Extension Educator Amy Timmerman shares quick tips on preventing combine fires.

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While building your family's emergency plan, keep in mind that it needs to be simple enough for your children to understand key safety steps and evacuation routes during harvest season and emergencies on the farm.

Emergency Planning is Essential for the Home, Farm or Ranch

October 10, 2024
Fall harvest is one of the most dangerous seasons of the year for producers. It's never too late to make a plan with your family in the event of wildfire, entrapment, injury or other farm accident.

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Tractor pulling grain carts down road
The bustling harvest season means more machinery sharing space on the roadways. All drivers should remember to use and pay attention for signals, be patient, and give one another ample space to prevent accidents.

Harvest Season Safety: A Reminder for Everyone

October 2, 2024
With Harvest '24 underway, safety on the roads is a top priority — farmers should ensure equipment is well-maintained, visible, and used with caution, while drivers need to stay patient and give farm machinery ample space.

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Burned combine in field
Remember that fires can still occur despite taking every available precaution, so keep a fire extinguisher in the combine cab and don't forget your cell phone at home.

Fire Safety During Harvest Season: Essential Tips for Farmers

October 2, 2024
With drought conditions increasing in Nebraska, farmers are encouraged to review these fire prevention measures and remain alert to ensure a safe harvest season.

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The 2024 Haskell Ag Lab Family Field Day is free and open to the public, located 1.5 miles east of Concord at 57905 866 Rd.

2024 Family Field Day at Haskell Ag Lab

August 1, 2024
The field day will have a variety of activities for families, including presentations and demos on farm safety, rockets, STEM activities, grain bin safety, precision ag, archery, and horticulture.

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Nebraska Extension Educator John Thomas (right) discusses a tractor's engine with a student before the driving exam. (Photo by Chabella Guzman)

2024 Tractor Safety Days Scheduled for May, June Across Nebraska

April 11, 2024
This annual event provides the training and testing necessary for Nebraska youth who require certification to perform duties on a farm, including a Hands-on Safety Day, and tractor and equipment safety training. 

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Recycled container plastic is repurposed for things such as pallets and culvert piping. (UNL PSEP file photo)

Tips for Recycling Pesticide Containers in 2024

April 4, 2024
There are numerous ways for private and commercial applicators to safely and responsibly dispose of their pesticide containers throughout the upcoming growing season.

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