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The pandemic has underscored the importance of implementing a farm safety plan and conducting a risk assessment.

Ag industry has opportunity to become stronger post-pandemic

By Erin Kelly February 25, 2021

We can all agree that 2020 was a year like none other. It was a year that tested everyone’s readiness to adapt to change quickly. And the agricultural industry was no exception. From labour logistics and personal protective equipment shortages to processing delays and pivoting to online marketing, many farmers across the country encountered a […] Read more

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CASA welcomes new chief executive officer

By Canadian Agricultural Safety Association February 16, 2021

The Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrea Lear as its new chief executive officer. With a long history of not-for-profit experience, Lear joins CASA after working as the Manitoba Veterinary Medical Association’s executive director. She brings a wealth of knowledge from her years of working in financial services. […] Read more

The verdict? Business management practices can play a significant role in producing healthy farms and farmers.

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Study shows positive connection between farm business planning and mental health

By Canadian Agricultural Safety Association February 4, 2021

“This is the way it’s always been done.” “There’s not enough time.” “We’re doing fine without one.” We all know there are endless excuses for not having a farm business plan. But a recent research study has found that farm business management isn’t just good for business — it’s also good for mental health. Healthy […] Read more

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Watch snow loads on farm buildings this winter

By Canadian Agricultural Safety Association January 20, 2021

With winter comes challenges. Whether it’s mammoth accumulations of snow, wild winds, frigid temperatures or huge weather swings that leave you bundling up one day and considering pulling out the shorts the next, Mother Nature knows how to put on a winter show, ensuring Canadians in most of the country keep an eye to the […] Read more

Select fire departments located near G3’s new grain elevators in the Carmangay, Irricana, Morinville, Stettler County, Wetaskiwin and Vermilion areas will be trained before receiving the rescue equipment. Sturgeon County Emergency Services, near G3 Morinville, received the BeGrainSafe training this August.

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G3 donates grain rescue equipment to rural Alberta fire departments

By Canadian Agricultural Safety Association October 5, 2020

The Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA), in partnership with G3, is pleased to announce the donation of $25,000 worth of life-saving grain rescue equipment to several rural Alberta fire departments. Select fire departments located near G3’s new grain elevators in the Carmangay, Irricana, Morinville, Stettler County, Wetaskiwin and Vermilion areas will be trained before receiving […] Read more

A grain rescue tube and a portable auger available to fire departments trained in grain extrication will greatly increase the probability of a victim surviving a grain entrapment, says Robert Gobeil, CASA’s agricultural health and safety specialist.

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CASA, Corteva to equip rural fire departments with life-saving grain rescue equipment

By Canadian Agricultural Safety Association September 9, 2020

The Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) in collaboration with Corteva Agriscience Canada will equip rural fire departments with the training and equipment needed for grain entrapment rescues. CASA’s grain safety program, BeGrainSafe, is designed to save lives and is generously supported by sponsors like Corteva. This support has helped to build the BeGrainSafe mobile demonstration […] Read more

The Canadian Agricultural Safety Association in partnership with BASF Agricultural Solutions Canada has built an online resource page called For Kids, which can help farm families talk with kids about farm safety, build a safe play area and determine appropriate agricultural tasks.

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Tools to help keep kids safe on the farm this summer

By Canadian Agricultural Safety Association July 24, 2020

The value of hard work and a sense of responsibility and pride in a job well done are characteristics all parents want to nurture in their children. There is nothing more gratifying than seeing your child accomplish great things through hard work and determination. Farm kids are lucky because they see first hand how to […] Read more

Keeping grain in good condition will help grain flow without issues when unloading, reduce risks to workers, maintain grain quality and better ensure you get the best price for your grain.

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Avoid entrapment incidents with proper grain storage

By Canadian Agricultural Safety Association June 8, 2020

As farmers, you understand the importance of proper storage of your crops. High temperatures and humidity levels can drastically impact grain quality. But how is this a safety concern? This past year, we experienced a very wet harvest season and crops were put into storage in wet conditions. Once spring weather arrives, the grain will […] Read more

Anhydrous ammonia, or NH3, is one of the most commonly used fertilizers. It’s low cost, highly effective and contains one of the most concentrated forms of nitrogen, with levels at 82 per cent. However, it can also be highly hazardous.

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Anhydrous ammonia – handle with care!

By Canadian Agricultural Safety Association May 26, 2020

While fertilizers share a common purpose, there’s no one-size-fits-all instruction manual. Learning about the unique properties and precautions for each fertilizer used on your operation could save time, money and prevent serious injury. Anhydrous ammonia, or NH3, is one of the most commonly used fertilizers. It’s low cost, highly effective and contains one of the […] Read more

Nels Hansen homesteaded along the South Saskatchewan River. He and his daughter Beulah both survived the flu pandemic of 1918.

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Lessons from 1918: looking after your health and safety during COVID-19

By Robin Anderson April 24, 2020

Growing up on my family’s farm in rural Saskatchewan, there were plenty of stories told about my pioneering ancestors, the ones who homesteaded what is now my uncle’s 115-year-old family farm on the shores of the South Saskatchewan River (now Lake Diefenbaker). And no story made more of an impression than how these settlers managed […] Read more

Alberta crop conditions improve: report

U.S. grains: Corn sets contract lows on expectations for big US crop

U.S. livestock: Cattle strength continues

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Alberta crop conditions improve: report

U.S. grains: Corn sets contract lows on expectations for big US crop

U.S. livestock: Cattle strength continues

Tag Archives Canadian Agricultural Safety Association

Ag industry has opportunity to become stronger post-pandemic

CASA welcomes new chief executive officer

Study shows positive connection between farm business planning and mental health

Watch snow loads on farm buildings this winter

G3 donates grain rescue equipment to rural Alberta fire departments

CASA, Corteva to equip rural fire departments with life-saving grain rescue equipment

Tools to help keep kids safe on the farm this summer

Avoid entrapment incidents with proper grain storage

Anhydrous ammonia – handle with care!

Lessons from 1918: looking after your health and safety during COVID-19

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