From the Field: Farm safety from the ground up with Roger Barton

Accidents happen, especially on farm. But that doesn't mean we need to accept the status quo. One group, Safer Farms, is working with farmers, growers, industry organisations, like PGG Wrightson, government, and safety experts to de-risk the industry…because EVERYONE deserves to get home safely after a day on the tools. Who do farmers listen to? Farmers. So, Safer Farms selected three Regional Champions earlier this year to share their safety experiences with their peers in the industry. Joining the conversation is Roger Barton, a Wairarapa sheep and beef farmer, Nuffield scholar, and former provincial President for Federated Farmers. Since slips and trips are one of the leading causes of injury on farms. One safety measure you can take today is making sure your footwear is up to the job. PGG Wrightson and Safer Farms have teamed up this October to give you $50 off on eligible boots worth $149 or more. To get your discount code visit, saferfarms.org.nz/slips-trips. Then visit PGG Wrightson online or go in-store to upgrade your kit.