Articles by Robert Gobeil

Footwear is a key aspect of injury prevention, which is why it’s important to wear the right type to ensure your safety. CSA-approved footwear can be identified by a green triangle.

Choose proper footwear for a safe farm

CSA-approved footwear should be mandatory on every farm when it comes to safe work procedures

By Robert Gobeil June 20, 2019

On the farm, many everyday tasks could result in injuries to feet or ankles if the proper footwear is not used. Footwear is a key aspect of injury prevention, which is why it’s important to wear the right type to ensure your safety. Make sure you’re using footwear that meets specific safety standards by always […] Read more

Even though creating and implementing a visitor orientation takes a bit of work, it’s well worth the effort in order to protect the well-being of every person who visits your farm.

News, Wheat & Chaff

Build safety for your on-farm visitors

By Robert Gobeil May 31, 2019

On farms across the country, there’s no shortage of visitors coming and going throughout the year. Visiting a farm isn’t without risk. Any time people are in a situation where they could be in contact with animals, farm equipment, or other hazards like water, there is potential for injury. While many farm operations are accustomed […] Read more

Taking time and making careful preparations is essential to having a productive and successful season.

News, Wheat & Chaff

Build safety on your farm before spring planting

By Robert Gobeil April 24, 2019

As spring draws closer, for many Canadian producers, thoughts turn to the planting of crops and the hope for a productive and successful farming season begins again. A new season is an ideal time to do a thorough check of equipment and processes. If you feel you’re running short of time, consider this: time is […] Read more

U.S. grains: Soybeans dive to biggest weekly loss in 6-1/2 years

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U.S. grains: South American supply issues wane

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U.S. grains: Soybeans dive to biggest weekly loss in 6-1/2 years

U.S. livestock: Feeder cattle gain from falling feed prices

U.S. grains: South American supply issues wane

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Choose proper footwear for a safe farm

Build safety for your on-farm visitors

Build safety on your farm before spring planting

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