About Us
Everyone in agriculture knows someone whose life has been affected by a farm-related injury or death.
The statistics are sobering. Even more tragic is that most of these accidents could have been prevented if simple safety precautions had been followed. That's why Progressive Farmer, America's most respected farm publication, has begun a national crusade for farm safety.
At the heart of this effort is the Progressive Farmer Farm Safety Day Camp® program, a one-day hands-on workshop that teaches farm children and their parents safe farm practices. Each year, Progressive Farmer Farm Safety Day Camps® reach more than 60,000 children and adults across the country. We'd like to tell you more about this worthwhile program:
What is a Progressive Agriculture Safety Day™?
Progressive Agriculture Safety Days™ are as fun as they are educational. These one-day events teach children safety lessons that can keep them and those around them safe at home, or on a farm or ranch.
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What Does the Progressive Agriculture Foundation Provide?
Each year, the Progressive Agriculture Foundation provides a variety of support for communities selected to participate in the Progressive Agriculture Safety Day™ program.
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How Much Work is Involved in Conducting a Progressive Agriculture Safety Day™?
Once a coordinator attends a one and one-half day, in-person training session conducted by foundation staff; the work of running a Progressive Agriculture Safety Day™ falls on the local coordinator.
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How Much Does it Cost to Hold a Safety Day?
The actual out-of pocket costs to put-on an individual safety day depend on the extent of activities planned and the in-kind donations that are available.
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What Training is Required?
The lead coordinator is required to attend a training session for each year that they conduct a Progressive Agriculture Safety Day™
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How Can I Get Information on Farm Safety and Health?
The Progressive Agriculture Foundation only provides materials for those who are selected and attend training to take part in the Progressive Agriculture Safety Day™ program. For farm safety and health information that you can use personally or in teaching others, contact:
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How do I Apply?
Individuals and organizations interested in conducting a Progressive Agriculture Safety Day™ for their community must complete an application each year that they participate in the program.
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Program History
The idea for the Progressive Agriculture Safety Day™ program began in the pages of a September 1990 issue of Progressive Farmer magazine.
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