BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//AgriSafe Network - ECPv6.16.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:AgriSafe Network X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.agrisafe.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for AgriSafe Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T110000 DTSTAMP:20260601T162153Z CREATED:20220620T133821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T162153Z UID:24987-1778061600-1778065200@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:Monthly Mental Health Innovations Exchange- AgriStress Response Network DESCRIPTION:Meeting Purpose: \nThe purpose of these monthly meetings is to engage innovative ideas and strategies to serve the farming and ranching community in the area of mental health. Please extend invitations to colleagues and other professionals that are interested in this subject. \n  \n\n\n Register Here \n  \nInterested in sharing a mental health innovation? Email Carey Portell cportell@agrisafe.org for more information on presenting at one of the AgriStress Response Network monthly meetings! URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/agristress-response-network-mental-health-innovations-exchange-2024-10-02/2026-05-06/ CATEGORIES:Mental Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Agristress-Response-Logo-transparent-background.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T110000 DTSTAMP:20260601T162156Z CREATED:20220620T133821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T162156Z UID:25601-1780480800-1780484400@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:Monthly Mental Health Innovations Exchange- AgriStress Response Network DESCRIPTION:Meeting Purpose: \nThe purpose of these monthly meetings is to engage innovative ideas and strategies to serve the farming and ranching community in the area of mental health. Please extend invitations to colleagues and other professionals that are interested in this subject. \n  \n\n\n Register Here \n  \nInterested in sharing a mental health innovation? Email Carey Portell cportell@agrisafe.org for more information on presenting at one of the AgriStress Response Network monthly meetings! URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/agristress-response-network-mental-health-innovations-exchange-2024-10-02/2026-06-03/ CATEGORIES:Mental Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Agristress-Response-Logo-transparent-background.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T130000 DTSTAMP:20260619T140839Z CREATED:20260526T155134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T140839Z UID:25535-1782475200-1782478800@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:Comprehensive Seafood Hazards: Vibrio Risks and Integrated Health Protection in Coastal Communities DESCRIPTION:Summary: This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of health risks associated with seafood\, with particular emphasis on Vibrio species as significant pathogens responsible for wound infections and foodborne illness in coastal populations. The session also addresses broader biological\, chemical\, and physical hazards in seafood systems\, including environmental contaminants and occupational injury risks. \nDesigned for both industry and public health audiences\, the webinar integrates current research\, surveillance insights\, and field-based practices to support risk reduction across the seafood value chain. Practical\, evidence-based strategies for prevention\, safe handling\, and exposure mitigation will be highlighted\, with relevance for both seafood workers and consumers. \n Register URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/comprehensive-seafood-hazards-vibrio-risks-and-integrated-health-protection-in-coastal-communities/ CATEGORIES:Fishing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/lobsterman.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T110000 DTSTAMP:20260703T200221Z CREATED:20260611T170922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T200221Z UID:25707-1782900000-1782903600@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:Monthly Mental Health Innovations Exchange - AgriStress Response Network DESCRIPTION:Meeting Purpose: \nThe purpose of these monthly meetings is to engage innovative ideas and strategies to serve the farming and ranching community in the area of mental health. Please extend invitations to colleagues and other professionals that are interested in this subject. \n  \n\n\n Register Here \n  \nInterested in sharing a mental health innovation? Email Carey Portell cportell@agrisafe.org for more information on presenting at one of the AgriStress Response Network monthly meetings! URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/monthly-mental-health-innovations-exchange-agristress-response-network/2026-07-01/ CATEGORIES:Mental Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Agristress-Response-Logo-transparent-background.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T130000 DTSTAMP:20260611T171316Z CREATED:20260611T170206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T171316Z UID:25701-1784203200-1784206800@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:Agricultural Dust and Your Health DESCRIPTION:Summary: This presentation will provide an overview of agricultural dusts\, including their common sources and how both short-term and long-term dust exposure can impact respiratory health and contribute to broader health risks like cardiovascular disease. Practical strategies to reduce exposure and negative health consequences will be explored. The session will also highlight how lifestyle factors like smoking\, alcohol use\, and diet can influence the body’s response to dust exposure. Overall\, it aims to equip agricultural workers with knowledge and tools to better protect their health. \nIntended audience: Agricultural workers and farm operators\, livestock and crop producers\, Cooperative Extension Educators and Agricultural Advisors\, Healthcare providers\, and public health professionals \nObjectives: At the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to… \n Identify the common sources and components of agricultural dusts in farm environments. \n Describe the short-term and long-term health effects associated with agricultural dust exposure. \n Recognize tasks and conditions that increase the risk of harmful dust exposure. \n Apply appropriate personal protective strategies. \n Explain how lifestyle factors such as smoking\, alcohol use\, and diet can influence susceptibility to dust-related health effects. \n  \n Register URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/agricultural-dust-and-your-health/ CATEGORIES:Farmer/Worker Health,Personal Protective Equipment,Respiratory Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/dust-on-farm.png LOCATION:https://learning.agrisafe.org/ecommerce/products/agricultural-dust-and-your-health-live-7-16-12-1pm-ct END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T110000 DTSTAMP:20260703T200221Z CREATED:20260611T170922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T200221Z UID:25852-1785924000-1785927600@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:Monthly Mental Health Innovations Exchange - AgriStress Response Network DESCRIPTION:Meeting Purpose: \nThe purpose of these monthly meetings is to engage innovative ideas and strategies to serve the farming and ranching community in the area of mental health. Please extend invitations to colleagues and other professionals that are interested in this subject. \n  \n\n\n Register Here \n  \nInterested in sharing a mental health innovation? Email Carey Portell cportell@agrisafe.org for more information on presenting at one of the AgriStress Response Network monthly meetings! URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/monthly-mental-health-innovations-exchange-agristress-response-network/2026-08-05/ CATEGORIES:Mental Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Agristress-Response-Logo-transparent-background.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T110000 DTSTAMP:20260703T200221Z CREATED:20260611T170922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T200221Z UID:25853-1788343200-1788346800@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:Monthly Mental Health Innovations Exchange - AgriStress Response Network DESCRIPTION:Meeting Purpose: \nThe purpose of these monthly meetings is to engage innovative ideas and strategies to serve the farming and ranching community in the area of mental health. Please extend invitations to colleagues and other professionals that are interested in this subject. \n  \n\n\n Register Here \n  \nInterested in sharing a mental health innovation? Email Carey Portell cportell@agrisafe.org for more information on presenting at one of the AgriStress Response Network monthly meetings! URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/monthly-mental-health-innovations-exchange-agristress-response-network/2026-09-02/ CATEGORIES:Mental Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Agristress-Response-Logo-transparent-background.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T120000 DTSTAMP:20260708T183730Z CREATED:20260708T170558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T183730Z UID:25918-1789988400-1789992000@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:NFSHW26: Pathways to Progress: Safer Routes\, Stronger Communities DESCRIPTION:Summary: Each fall\, traffic and activity increase on our rural roadways. Tractors and farm equipment are on the move and share the road with other vehicles\, cyclists\, pedestrians\, and school buses back on their daily routes. Unfortunately\, this increased activity increases preventable roadway incidents—often caused by distractions\, limited visibility\, or simply being in a rush. Therefore\, it’s the perfect time to recognize\, re-examine\, refocus and recommit to safety to ensure everyone safely returns home!  As we enter this busy time of year\, it is crucial to build awareness to keep our families\, friends\, and neighbors safe. During this webinar\, we will explore common roadway hazards and share important safety tips. Additionally\, we will highlight the Progressive Agriculture Foundation’s Rural Road Ready initiative. Discover what youth have learned about ATV/UTV\, bicycle\, farm equipment\, railroad\, roadway\, and tractor safety through participation in Progressive Agriculture Safety Day\, Safety Academy\, and Safety Zone programs. \nIntended Audience: parents\, Extension professionals\, ag educators\, safety & health professionals\, healthcare providers\, etc. \nObjectives: By the end of this session\, participants will be able to… \n\nIdentify common rural roadway hazards that increase during the fall harvest season.\nRecognize the shared responsibility of motorists and farm equipment operators in preventing roadway incidents.\nApply practical safety strategies to reduce distractions\, improve visibility\, and make safer decisions on rural roads.\nLearn the importance of slowing down\, staying alert\, and exercising patience when sharing the road with farm equipment and other roadway users.\nUnderstand the Progressive Agriculture Foundation’s role in educating youth about rural roadway safety.\n\nPresenter: Jana L. Davidson\, M.Ed\, Program Manager\, Progressive Agriculture Foundation \n  \n Register Here \n  \n Register for All 2026 NFSHW Webinars \n  \n\nContinuing Education: The University of Cincinnati\, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences\, Education and Research Center offers 1.0 contact hours for this activity. Upon completing the evaluation\, learners will receive a certificate of completion. This course can meet continuing education requirements for a variety of professionals including: BGC criteria for IH/CIH professionals\, BCSP criteria for safety professionals\, CPH criteria for public health professionals. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding questions about receiving credits for this activity. \n\n  \nA special thank you to our NFSHW sponsors: \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n CHSUC DavisERC URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/nfshw26-pathways-to-progress/ LOCATION:NFSHW26 CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,ERC,Farmer/Worker Health,National Farm Safety and Health Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Pathways-to-Progress.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T140000 DTSTAMP:20260708T183816Z CREATED:20260708T164501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T183816Z UID:25896-1789995600-1789999200@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:NFSHW26: These Shared Roads: Using Stories in Rural Roadway Safety Education DESCRIPTION:Summary: During this presentation\, we will show a (<10-minute) new testimonial video featuring a family who lost their dad to a tractor/motor vehicle collision. The presentation will describe the benefits to using stories in rural roadway outreach and education. Strategies and best practices will be described and there will be built-in opportunities for audience engagement. \nIntended Audience: Anyone who uses rural roadways and/or performs rural roadway outreach and education.  \nObjectives: At the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to… \n\nObserve the personal impact of a rural roadway fatality.\nUnderstand the value of storytelling in public health applications.\nLearn about different communication appeals and techniques.\nExplore opportunities for incorporating a human element into education\, outreach\, and research.\n\nPresenter: Amanda Wickman\, MBA; Assistant Research Scientist for Texas A&M Transportation Institute \n  \n Register Here \n  \n Register for All 2026 NFSHW Webinars \n  \n\nContinuing Education: The University of Cincinnati\, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences\, Education and Research Center offers 1.0 contact hours for this activity. Upon completing the evaluation\, learners will receive a certificate of completion. This course can meet continuing education requirements for a variety of professionals including: BGC criteria for IH/CIH professionals\, BCSP criteria for safety professionals\, CPH criteria for public health professionals. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding questions about receiving credits for this activity. \n\n  \nA special thank you to our NFSHW sponsors: \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n CHSUC DavisERC URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/nfshw26-these-shared-roads/ LOCATION:NFSHW26 CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,ERC,Farmer/Worker Health,National Farm Safety and Health Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/These-Shared-Roads.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T123000 DTSTAMP:20260708T184315Z CREATED:20260708T173224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T184315Z UID:25924-1790074800-1790080200@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:NFSHW26: CALM Conversations on Access to Lethal Means DESCRIPTION:Summary: CALM Conversations on Access to Lethal Means is a suicide prevention training that encourages the safe storage of lethal means (firearms and medications) during a suicidal crisis. By temporarily putting time and distance between a suicidal person and highly lethal means\, a life may be saved. CALM: Counseling on Access to Lethal Means was originally created as a workshop designed for mental health professionals. \nConversations on Access to Lethal Means were developed for communities because everyone can benefit from this training. This training is not anti-gun or anti-drug and is designed to be a specific\, effective part of suicide prevention. \nIntended Audience: All communities with interest in suicide prevention \nPresenter: Noah Hopkins\, PhD\, Population Health Specialist\, AgriSafe Network \nObjectives: By the end of this session\, participants will be able to… \n\nIncrease their knowledge about suicide facts\nLearn how to inquire about the accessibility of lethal means\nLearn how to suggest safe storage\nAppraise results of lethal means reduction in countries outside the U.S.\nPractice their new skills through group discussion\n\n  \n Register Here \n  \n Register for All 2026 NFSHW Webinars \n  \n\nContinuing Education: The University of Cincinnati\, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences\, Education and Research Center offers 1.0 contact hours for this activity. Upon completing the evaluation\, learners will receive a certificate of completion. This course can meet continuing education requirements for a variety of professionals including: BGC criteria for IH/CIH professionals\, BCSP criteria for safety professionals\, CPH criteria for public health professionals. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding questions about receiving credits for this activity. \n\n  \nA special thank you to our NFSHW sponsors: \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n CHSUC DavisERC URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/nfshw26-calm-conversations-on-access-to-lethal-means/ LOCATION:NFSHW26 CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,ERC,Farmer/Worker Health,Mental Health,National Farm Safety and Health Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/CALM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T140000 DTSTAMP:20260708T184136Z CREATED:20260708T174540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T184136Z UID:25928-1790082000-1790085600@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:NFSHW26: Noise in Agriculture: An Overlooked Occupational Hazard DESCRIPTION:Summary: Agricultural workers experience some of the highest rates of occupational noise exposure in the United States\, yet hearing conservation has received far less attention in agriculture than in other high-risk industries. This webinar will review current evidence on noise exposure and hearing loss among agricultural workers\, with a particular focus on field workers in the US Southwest\, an underserved and often overlooked population. Participants will learn about common sources of hazardous noise in agricultural settings\, challenges to implementing hearing protection programs\, and emerging research on culturally and contextually appropriate interventions. The presentation will also highlight findings from recent studies conducted among farmworkers in the U.S.–Mexico border region and discuss opportunities for improving hearing health through education\, policy\, and workplace-level prevention strategies. \nIntended Audience: Agricultural safety and health professionals\, occupational health practitioners\, farm owners and managers\, extension personnel\, agricultural educators\, community health workers\, researchers\, public health professionals\, clinicians\, policymakers\, and others interested in improving the health and safety of agricultural workers. \nObjectives: At the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to… \n\nDescribe the prevalence and consequences of occupational noise exposure and hearing loss among agricultural workers.\nIdentify common sources of hazardous noise exposure in agricultural settings and factors that contribute to risk.\nRecognize barriers to hearing protection use and hearing conservation program implementation among farmworkers.\nDiscuss evidence-based strategies to prevent noise-induced hearing loss in agricultural workplaces.\nIdentify opportunities to integrate hearing health into existing agricultural safety and health initiatives.\n\nPresenter: Laura Coco\, PhD\, AuD Assistant Professor\, San Diego State University \n  \n Register Here \n  \n Register for All 2026 NFSHW Webinars \n  \n\nContinuing Education: The University of Cincinnati\, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences\, Education and Research Center offers 1.0 contact hours for this activity. Upon completing the evaluation\, learners will receive a certificate of completion. This course can meet continuing education requirements for a variety of professionals including: BGC criteria for IH/CIH professionals\, BCSP criteria for safety professionals\, CPH criteria for public health professionals. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding questions about receiving credits for this activity. \n\n  \nA special thank you to our NFSHW sponsors: \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n CHSUC DavisERC URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/nfshw26-noise-in-agriculture-an-overlooked-occupational-hazard/ LOCATION:NFSHW26 CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,ERC,Farmer/Worker Health,National Farm Safety and Health Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Noise-in-Agriculture.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T160000 DTSTAMP:20260708T183316Z CREATED:20260708T174810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T183316Z UID:25930-1790089200-1790092800@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:NFSHW26: The Cost of Fatigue in Agriculture: Practical Solutions to Protect Workers and Increase Productivity DESCRIPTION:Summary: Fatigue among agricultural workers is a significant yet underrecognized occupational health and safety hazard\, with important implications for injury risk\, productivity\, and long-term health outcomes. Agricultural workers are particularly vulnerable to fatigue due to a combination of factors\, including long work hours\, irregular schedules\, inadequate sleep duration and quality\, physically demanding tasks\, exposure to environmental stressors such as extreme heat and cold\, and ongoing mental stressors. This presentation will review the science of healthy (“good”) sleep and examine the relationships between fatigue and injury and fatality risks\, as well as acute and chronic health effects. It will also explore the economic burden of fatigue in agricultural settings. Finally\, practical mitigation and prevention strategies will be presented\, with a focus on interventions that can be implemented at the individual\, clinical\, and industry levels to reduce fatigue and improve worker health\, safety\, and productivity. \nIntended Audience: Agricultural producers\, workers\, managers\, healthcare providers\, and safety professionals \nObjectives: At the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to… \n\nUnderstand the causes and impact of worker fatigue by identifying common contributors\, including long work hours\, demanding schedules\, poor sleep quality\, sleep disorders\, and environmental or lifestyle factors.\nRecognize the consequences and warning signs of fatigue and describe how fatigue affects safety\, health\, decision-making\, productivity\, and team performance.\nUnderstand the science of sleep by exploring sleep quality\, sleep stages\, recovery\, cognitive function\, learning\, memory\, and factors that disrupt healthy sleep.\nIdentify and apply strategies to reduce fatigue risks through workplace solutions\, engineering controls\, and organizational approaches.\nAdopt healthy sleep and lifestyle practices using evidence-based strategies to improve rest\, safety\, and overall well-being.\nImprove workplace safety and productivity through effective fatigue recognition and management practices.\n\nPresenter: Ellen Duysen\, MPH\, COHC\, Research Assistant Professor\, University of Nebraska Medical Center\, College of Public Health\, Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health \n Register Here \n  \n Register for All 2026 NFSHW Webinars \n  \n\nContinuing Education: The University of Cincinnati\, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences\, Education and Research Center offers 1.0 contact hours for this activity. Upon completing the evaluation\, learners will receive a certificate of completion. This course can meet continuing education requirements for a variety of professionals including: BGC criteria for IH/CIH professionals\, BCSP criteria for safety professionals\, CPH criteria for public health professionals. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding questions about receiving credits for this activity. \n\n  \nA special thank you to our NFSHW sponsors: \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n CHSUC DavisERC URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/nfshw26-the-cost-of-fatigue/ LOCATION:NFSHW26 CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,ERC,Farmer/Worker Health,National Farm Safety and Health Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/The-Cost-of-Fatigue-in-Agriculture.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T120000 DTSTAMP:20260708T183227Z CREATED:20260708T175353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T183227Z UID:25933-1790161200-1790164800@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:NFSHW26: Telling the Story: Using Personal Experiences to Strengthen Farm Safety and Well-Being DESCRIPTION:Summary: This interactive panel presentation will highlight stories from the Telling the Story Project (https://tellingthestoryproject.org)\, a project that shares real experiences related to agricultural injuries\, fatalities\, and near misses. Five panelists representing agricultural safety\, health\, communications\, and lived experience perspectives will each share or summarize one story from the project and discuss the prevention lessons connected to that experience. \nThe presentation will focus on how storytelling can increase awareness\, encourage safer decision-making\, reduce stigma around difficult conversations\, and strengthen the overall health and well-being of farm families and agricultural workers. Following this presentation\, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the human impact of agricultural injuries\, fatalities\, and near misses. Increase awareness of practical prevention strategies that can help reduce injuries and improve safety on farms and ranches. Feel more confident initiating conversations about safety\, health\, and well-being with family members\, coworkers\, employees\, and community members. \nIntended Audience: Farm families\, agricultural workers\, ranchers\, farm youth\, agricultural safety and health professionals\, Extension educators\, healthcare providers\, and others who support agricultural communities. \nObjectives: At the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to… \n\nDescribe how personal stories of agricultural injuries\, fatalities\, and near misses can be used as effective tools for agricultural safety and health education.\nIdentify at least three prevention strategies or safety lessons highlighted through stories shared from the Telling the Story Project.\nExplain how storytelling can help foster conversations about safety\, health\, and well-being within farm families\, agricultural workplaces\, and rural communities.\nRecognize opportunities to incorporate storytelling approaches into agricultural outreach\, education\, and safety promotion efforts.\n\nPanelists: Ellen Duysen\, Aaron Yoder\, Scott Heiberger\, Devon Charlier\, and Melissa Ploeckelman Brown \n  \n Register Here \n  \n Register for All 2026 NFSHW Webinars \n  \n\nContinuing Education: The University of Cincinnati\, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences\, Education and Research Center offers 1.0 contact hours for this activity. Upon completing the evaluation\, learners will receive a certificate of completion. This course can meet continuing education requirements for a variety of professionals including: BGC criteria for IH/CIH professionals\, BCSP criteria for safety professionals\, CPH criteria for public health professionals. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding questions about receiving credits for this activity. \n\n  \nA special thank you to our NFSHW sponsors: \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n CHSUC DavisERC URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/nfshw26-telling-the-story/ LOCATION:NFSHW26 CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,ERC,Farmer/Worker Health,National Farm Safety and Health Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Telling-the-Story-Placeholder.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T140000 DTSTAMP:20260708T183139Z CREATED:20260708T175819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T183139Z UID:25936-1790168400-1790172000@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:NFSHW26: Practical Solutions for Burnout in Farm Families: Supporting Women Farmers\, the Sandwich Generation\, and Grandparents Raising Children DESCRIPTION:Summary: Farm families are facing increasing emotional\, financial\, and caregiving pressures that place them at high risk for the effects of chronic stress. Women farmers often carry dual responsibilities of agricultural labor and family caregiving\, while many adults in agriculture are simultaneously caring for aging parents and children — the “sandwich generation.” In some farm families\, grandparents have also stepped into primary parenting roles due to family needs\, substance use\, or economic hardship. \nThis presentation will explore the unique mental health and wellness challenges affecting families in agricultural communities and provide practical\, realistic strategies that can be implemented within the demands of farm life. Topics will include recognizing signs of burnout and compassion fatigue\, setting sustainable boundaries\, trauma-informed approaches to caregiving\, building supportive community connections\, and creating wellness routines that fit agricultural lifestyles. \nIntended Audience: farmers\, farm families\, agricultural workers\, rural caregivers\, agricultural educators\, extension professionals\, healthcare and behavioral health providers serving rural communities\, and community organizations supporting agricultural populations. The content will be especially relevant for women in agriculture\, multigenerational farm families\, grandparents raising grandchildren\, and adults balancing caregiving responsibilities for both children and aging parents. Participants do not need a mental health background\, and the presentation is designed to provide practical\, accessible strategies that can be applied in everyday farm and family life. \nObjectives: At the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to… \n\nUse actionable tools to improve resilience\, strengthen family relationships\, and support emotional wellness.\nImplement strategies for balancing the ongoing pressures of farming\, caregiving\, and multigenerational family responsibilities.\n\nPresenter: Rachael Reeder\, LCSW\, Executive Director\, Grafton \n Register Here \n  \n Register for All 2026 NFSHW Webinars \n  \n\nContinuing Education: The University of Cincinnati\, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences\, Education and Research Center offers 1.0 contact hours for this activity. Upon completing the evaluation\, learners will receive a certificate of completion. This course can meet continuing education requirements for a variety of professionals including: BGC criteria for IH/CIH professionals\, BCSP criteria for safety professionals\, CPH criteria for public health professionals. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding questions about receiving credits for this activity. \n\n  \nA special thank you to our NFSHW sponsors: \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n CHSUC DavisERC URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/nfshw26-practical-solutions-for-burnout/ LOCATION:NFSHW26 CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,ERC,Farmer/Worker Health,National Farm Safety and Health Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Practical-Solutions-for-Burnout-in-Farm-Families.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T120000 DTSTAMP:20260708T182854Z CREATED:20260708T181830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T182854Z UID:25941-1790247600-1790251200@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:NFSHW26: Confined Space Safety in Agriculture DESCRIPTION:Summary: Agricultural confined spaces\, such as grain bins\, silos\, manure pits\, and storage tanks\, present unique and often life-threatening hazards. This presentation provides farmers\, agricultural workers\, supervisors\, and safety professionals with the knowledge needed to identify confined space dangers\, understand regulatory requirements\, and implement safe work practices. Participants will learn about atmospheric hazards\, engulfment risks\, lockout/tagout procedures\, emergency response considerations\, and effective rescue planning. Through real-world case studies and practical prevention strategies\, attendees will gain the tools necessary to reduce risks\, protect workers\, and prevent confined space incidents on agricultural operations. \n\n\n\n\nIntended Audience: This session is ideal for producers\, farm managers\, agricultural employees\, extension educators\, emergency responders\, and anyone involved in agricultural safety and health. \n\n\n\n\nObjectives: At the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to…. \n\nRecognize common agricultural confined spaces and associated hazards.\nUnderstand the risks of toxic atmospheres\, oxygen deficiency\, and engulfment.\nApply safe entry procedures and hazard control measures.\nDevelop emergency response and rescue plans for confined space incidents.\nPromote a culture of safety to prevent injuries and fatalities in agricultural settings.\n\nPresenter: Dan Neenan\, Director- National Education Center for Agricultural Safety \n Register Here \n  \n Register for All 2026 NFSHW Webinars \n  \n\nContinuing Education: The University of Cincinnati\, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences\, Education and Research Center offers 1.0 contact hours for this activity. Upon completing the evaluation\, learners will receive a certificate of completion. This course can meet continuing education requirements for a variety of professionals including: BGC criteria for IH/CIH professionals\, BCSP criteria for safety professionals\, CPH criteria for public health professionals. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding questions about receiving credits for this activity. \n\n  \nA special thank you to our NFSHW sponsors: \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n CHSUC DavisERC URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/nfshw26-confined-space-safety-in-agriculture/ LOCATION:NFSHW26 CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,ERC,Farmer/Worker Health,National Farm Safety and Health Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Confined-Space-Safety-in-Agriculture.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T140000 DTSTAMP:20260708T193842Z CREATED:20260708T185217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T193842Z UID:25953-1790254800-1790258400@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:NFSHW26: Increasing Awareness for Confined Space Safety DESCRIPTION:Summary: Review of Confined Spaces\, especially those found on farms and ranches. \nIntended Audience: Agricultural producers\, Custom harvesters/applicators\, Farm Families\, Ag Educators\, and First Responders. \nObjectives: At the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to…. \n\nReview of Confined Space\nTypes found on the farm\nReview of the different gases\nSafety considerations to take into consideration when dealing with a confined space\n\nPresenter: Erik Merrell\, Agricultural Safety Educator\, NYCAMH \n  \n Register Here \n  \n Register for All 2026 NFSHW Webinars \n  \n\nContinuing Education: The University of Cincinnati\, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences\, Education and Research Center offers 1.0 contact hours for this activity. Upon completing the evaluation\, learners will receive a certificate of completion. This course can meet continuing education requirements for a variety of professionals including: BGC criteria for IH/CIH professionals\, BCSP criteria for safety professionals\, CPH criteria for public health professionals. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding questions about receiving credits for this activity. \n\n  \nA special thank you to our NFSHW sponsors: \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n CHSUC DavisERC URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/nfshw26-increasing-awareness-for-confined-space-safety/ LOCATION:NFSHW26 CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,ERC,Farmer/Worker Health,National Farm Safety and Health Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Confined-Space-Awareness.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T160000 DTSTAMP:20260708T190126Z CREATED:20260708T190049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T190126Z UID:25959-1790262000-1790265600@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:NFSHW26: More than FEMA: Building True Rural Disaster Resilience DESCRIPTION:Summary: This presentation is designed to shift the focus of agricultural and rural stakeholders from reliance on FEMA toward proactive\, community-led disaster preparedness. By debunking the myth that disaster recovery is primarily a federal responsibility\, the session introduces the “Chain of Recovery” framework\, clarifying the roles of individuals and local and state leadership while demystifying FEMA’s legal constraints. The presentation emphasizes building local resilience through under-utilized resources—such as USDA programs\, NGO support\, and peer-to-peer networks—to equip attendees with actionable strategies for securing their communities long before a disaster strikes. \nIntended Audience: Agricultural health/safety professionals\, Extension staff\, rural community leaders\, and farmers. \nObjectives: At the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to…. \n\nReframe Disaster Roles: Articulate why disaster recovery is a local\, community-led process rather than a federal-dependent event and identify the failures inherent in the “Wait for FEMA” mindset.\nNavigate the “Chain of Recovery”: Demonstrate an understanding of the sequence of disaster declarations\, including the legal responsibilities of local and state leaders in activating resources.\nUnderstand Legal Constraints: Explain the fundamental operations of FEMA under the Stafford Act\, specifically distinguishing between federal capabilities and the limitations of their mandate.\nUtilize Rural-Specific Resources: Identify and categorize under-utilized support systems\, including USDA assistance programs\, local non-profits\, and faith-based organizations that provide critical recovery support.\nImplement Local Resilience Strategies: Adopt a “connect to be protected” approach by identifying specific\, actionable ways to build local peer-to-peer networks and engage community leadership before a disaster occurs.\n\nPresenter: Ian Costello\, MSEM\, Keswick Village Community Resilience Coalition\, Founder \n  \n Register Here \n  \n Register for All 2026 NFSHW Webinars \n  \n\nContinuing Education: The University of Cincinnati\, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences\, Education and Research Center offers 1.0 contact hours for this activity. Upon completing the evaluation\, learners will receive a certificate of completion. This course can meet continuing education requirements for a variety of professionals including: BGC criteria for IH/CIH professionals\, BCSP criteria for safety professionals\, CPH criteria for public health professionals. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding questions about receiving credits for this activity. \n\n  \nA special thank you to our NFSHW sponsors: \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n CHSUC DavisERC URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/nfshw26-more-than-fema-building-true-rural-disaster-resilience/ LOCATION:NFSHW26 CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,ERC,Farmer/Worker Health,National Farm Safety and Health Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/More-than-FEMA.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T120000 DTSTAMP:20260708T185947Z CREATED:20260708T185640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T185947Z UID:25957-1790334000-1790337600@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:NFSHW26: Boots\, Bales\, Biopsies: Women's Health on the Farm DESCRIPTION:Summary: Rural dwelling individuals faces some of the highest cancer rates\, and Rural women -often the gate keepers of health in their homes – play a powerful role in changing that story. Boots\, Bales\, and Biopsies is a down-to-earth\, empowering session designed specifically for women in agriculture. We’ll cover what every rural woman needs to know about cancer prevention and early detection. \nIntended Audience: Women in rural and agricultural communities \nObjectives: At the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to…. \n\nDemonstrate increased knowledge of cancer prevention and early detection.\nBetter understand how occupational\, environmental\, and lifestyle exposures contribute to cancer risk.\nFeel more confident discussing appropriate cancer screening with their healthcare provider.\nIdentify at least one action they can take to reduce their personal or family cancer risk.\n\nPresenter: Hannah Guenther\, MS\, MPH\, Rural Health Extension Educator\, Nebraska Extension \n  \n Register Here \n  \n Register for All 2026 NFSHW Webinars \n  \n\nContinuing Education: The University of Cincinnati\, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences\, Education and Research Center offers 1.0 contact hours for this activity. Upon completing the evaluation\, learners will receive a certificate of completion. This course can meet continuing education requirements for a variety of professionals including: BGC criteria for IH/CIH professionals\, BCSP criteria for safety professionals\, CPH criteria for public health professionals. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding questions about receiving credits for this activity. \n\n  \nA special thank you to our NFSHW sponsors: \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n CHSUC DavisERC URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/nfshw26-boots-bales-biopsies/ LOCATION:NFSHW26 CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,ERC,Farmer/Worker Health,National Farm Safety and Health Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Boots-Bales-Biopsies.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T140000 DTSTAMP:20260708T193632Z CREATED:20260708T190349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T193632Z UID:25962-1790341200-1790344800@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:NFSHW26: Cancer Knowledge\, Exposure Beliefs\, and Prevention Behaviors: Insights from Iowa's Agricultural Communities DESCRIPTION:Summary: Many agricultural hazards are also modifiable cancer risk factors\, so the promotion of safe behaviors on the farm can be considered a form of cancer prevention\, even if cancer is never explicitly mentioned. This presentation shares findings from University of Iowa Agricultural Safety and Health research that assessed perceptions of cancer risk factors\, concerns related to occupational exposures\, sources of cancer information\, and engagement in cancer risk reduction behaviors among people living and working in agriculture in Iowa. \nIntended Audience: Anyone living and/or working in agricultural settings\, rural health professionals \nObjectives: At the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to…. \n\nDescribe what people living and working in agriculture know and believe about cancer risks and exposures.\nIdentify cancer information sources and risk reduction practices used in agricultural communities.\nApply study findings to strengthen cancer risk communication and prevention strategies in their own communities.\n\nPresenter: Caroline Powell\, MS\, Environmental Outreach Coordinator\, Iowa Cancer Consortium \n  \n Register Here \n  \n Register for All 2026 NFSHW Webinars \n  \n\nContinuing Education: The University of Cincinnati\, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences\, Education and Research Center offers 1.0 contact hours for this activity. Upon completing the evaluation\, learners will receive a certificate of completion. This course can meet continuing education requirements for a variety of professionals including: BGC criteria for IH/CIH professionals\, BCSP criteria for safety professionals\, CPH criteria for public health professionals. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding questions about receiving credits for this activity. \n\n  \nA special thank you to our NFSHW sponsors: \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n CHSUC DavisERC URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/nfshw26-cancer-knowledge-exposure-beliefs-and-prevention-behaviors-insights-from-iowas-agricultural-communities/ LOCATION:NFSHW26 CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,ERC,Farmer/Worker Health,National Farm Safety and Health Week ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Cancer-Knowledge-Exposure-Beliefs-and-Prevention-Behaviors.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T110000 DTSTAMP:20260703T200222Z CREATED:20260611T170922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T200222Z UID:25854-1791367200-1791370800@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:Monthly Mental Health Innovations Exchange - AgriStress Response Network DESCRIPTION:Meeting Purpose: \nThe purpose of these monthly meetings is to engage innovative ideas and strategies to serve the farming and ranching community in the area of mental health. Please extend invitations to colleagues and other professionals that are interested in this subject. \n  \n\n\n Register Here \n  \nInterested in sharing a mental health innovation? Email Carey Portell cportell@agrisafe.org for more information on presenting at one of the AgriStress Response Network monthly meetings! URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/monthly-mental-health-innovations-exchange-agristress-response-network/2026-10-07/ CATEGORIES:Mental Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Agristress-Response-Logo-transparent-background.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T110000 DTSTAMP:20260703T200222Z CREATED:20260611T170922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T200222Z UID:25855-1793786400-1793790000@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:Monthly Mental Health Innovations Exchange - AgriStress Response Network DESCRIPTION:Meeting Purpose: \nThe purpose of these monthly meetings is to engage innovative ideas and strategies to serve the farming and ranching community in the area of mental health. Please extend invitations to colleagues and other professionals that are interested in this subject. \n  \n\n\n Register Here \n  \nInterested in sharing a mental health innovation? Email Carey Portell cportell@agrisafe.org for more information on presenting at one of the AgriStress Response Network monthly meetings! URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/monthly-mental-health-innovations-exchange-agristress-response-network/2026-11-04/ CATEGORIES:Mental Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Agristress-Response-Logo-transparent-background.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T110000 DTSTAMP:20260703T200222Z CREATED:20260611T170922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T200222Z UID:25856-1796205600-1796209200@www.agrisafe.org SUMMARY:Monthly Mental Health Innovations Exchange - AgriStress Response Network DESCRIPTION:Meeting Purpose: \nThe purpose of these monthly meetings is to engage innovative ideas and strategies to serve the farming and ranching community in the area of mental health. Please extend invitations to colleagues and other professionals that are interested in this subject. \n  \n\n\n Register Here \n  \nInterested in sharing a mental health innovation? Email Carey Portell cportell@agrisafe.org for more information on presenting at one of the AgriStress Response Network monthly meetings! URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/monthly-mental-health-innovations-exchange-agristress-response-network/2026-12-02/ CATEGORIES:Mental Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agrisafe.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Agristress-Response-Logo-transparent-background.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR