Farm safety warnings rise as harvest season increases risks from tractors and machinery on roads.

Harvest season in rural America brings heightened risks as farm equipment shares roads with drivers, prompting safety warnings from Missouri and other states. Last year, 194 crashes involving farm machinery caused two deaths and 65 injuries. Officials urge farmers to use proper lighting, slow-moving vehicle emblems, and escort vehicles for wide loads, while motorists are advised to slow down, avoid passing on curves or bridges, and yield to farm vehicles. Safety initiatives across the country, including educational programs and mobile trailers, focus on preventing accidents involving tractors, ATVs, and grain bins, with an emphasis on child safety, mental health, and protective gear. National Farm Safety and Health Week highlights the dangers of farming, which is ranked among the deadliest U.S. occupations, with experts stressing that adopting safety habits, receiving proper training, and maintaining awareness can save lives.