Before you go out on the ice, make sure you know how thick it is and the related weight it can carry. Thick ice in one area of a pond or lake does not...

The mention of mistletoe evokes images of a seasonal kissing ball adorned with its leaves and berries or of someone sneaking a kiss beneath a sprig of...

Agriculture can be a risky business. Equipment, chemicals, livestock and infrastructure such as grain bins or manure pits are just a few of the danger...

When I think about my house or my childhood home, the kitchen is always the first room that comes to mind. It is the hub of the home – a place where y...

When the snow comes down heavy and hard, it’s time for farmers to start thinking about barn  roof  safety. Image courtesy of Cornell University Extens...

Snow flurries and winter storms can be unpredictable and the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) encourages home and business owners to prepare i...