Experience a vacation with dairy farmers
With a dairy farm, vacations are few and far between. I miss the cows and the lifestyle sometimes, but I’m thankful we can do some traveling.
Read MoreIt’s that time of year when our rural roads come alive with the hardworking farmers who feed our world. Harvest season is in full swing, which means you’re likely to encounter farm equipment on the roads. Slowing down and staying alert can save lives — maybe even yours.
Last Saturday, I watched an SUV whip past my dad, who was on a tractor, pulling a feed grinder from one part of our farm to our feedlot, which is located up the road from where we were coming from. They passed him on a turn, right before he was about to turn left. Ignoring road signs and failing to look around can lead to tragic consequences. If he would have turned seconds earlier, they could have seriously hurt my dad — or worse killed him — and for what, a few extra minutes to your destination? Nothing you are headed to is ever worth someone’s life.
Here are some tips for our farmers:
For drivers sharing the road, here are some best practices for you:
We all share these roads, and a little patience goes a long way in ensuring everyone’s safety. Fall brings early sunsets, rain-soaked roads and unpredictable deer. It’s a season that demands extra vigilance, and a moment’s care can prevent tragedy.
Together, we can make rural roads safer. When we’re patient and attentive, we protect not just ourselves, but also the families, friends and neighbors who work tirelessly to bring food to our tables. Let’s keep this harvest season safe and sound.
Submitted by Mandy Orahood, an Ohio Farm Bureau organization director, serving Ashtabula, Geauga, Lake and Trumbull Counties.
OFBF Mission: Working together for Ohio farmers to advance agriculture and strengthen our communities.
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