OFA: Keep farms safe for kids

By Drew Spoelstra, Vice President, OFA

To The Haldimand Press

Farming is often a family affair. As the saying goes “many hands make light work” and even the smallest of hands can lighten the workload. With Ontario’s extension of e-learning, farm kids across the province will be spending more time on the farm looking to get their hands dirty.

For many, spending added time with family is welcome news. The farm is a place for life lessons, family time, and the creation of memories that last a lifetime. However, the farm can also be a dangerous place with many hazards such as large equipment, livestock, and busy driveways. As summer break approaches, the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) wants to remind members to keep farm safety a top priority.