Farm Safety
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What is AgrAbility?
The vision of the National AgrAbility Project is to enhance the quality of life for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural workers with disabilities. In partnership with Easterseals MORC and Michigan State University, Michigan AgrAbility provides help to farmers with chronic health conditions. Together, we're helping individuals continue working while also supporting their families.
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Michigan to host national conference on disability in agriculture
Published on January 15, 2026
The AgrAbility project’s annual National Training Workshop is coming to Traverse City, Michigan, March 16-19, 2026. -
Simplifying respiratory safety on the farm
Published on September 25, 2025
One resource for choosing the right respirator, meeting regulations, and protecting your team. -
Fall harvest safety tips
Published on September 5, 2025
Some common sense tips can help prevent injuries on the farm during harvest season. -
Farmer run over while attempting to remount a tractor
A farmer died after being caught in the front tires of a tractor while trying to remount the tractor which had shifted into gear during a repair. Recommendations to prevent similar events.
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AGR makes record contribution to AgrAbility
Published on April 23, 2024
MSU's Alpha Gamma Rho Tau Chapter's record-breaking $34,000 donation to Michigan AgrAbility represented the proceeds of their annual Beef Preview Show, marking the fraternity's continued commitment to supporting farmers with disabilities.