In Ontario, farming is more than a business. It's a way
of life shaped by early mornings, long days, powerful
equipment, large animals, and unpredictable weather.
Most injuries don't occur during "risky" stunts; they
happen in seconds, during everyday routine tasks
like a drive between fields, a quick ladder job in the
orchard, or a routine barn check. The 2026 Farm Safety
Almanac is here for those ordinary moments,
a practical guide to help keep your farm and your
people safe.
Inside are six focused sections on the hazards behind
some of the most serious incidents on Ontario farms.
Each article delivers specific context, highlights key
risks, and provides clear actions and checklists you can
put to use right away to mitigate the risks.
The philosophy behind this almanac is simple: safe
farms don't happen by accident. They happen when
hazards are spotted early, safe habits become part
of the routine, and everyone, including owners,
supervisors, workers, and family, knows their role in
speaking up and acting before someone gets hurt.
Treat this almanac as more than a reference book; it's
a daily reminder that prevention is always easier than
recovery. Open it to any section, any time of year, and
you'll find practical ideas, self-checks, and conversation
starters that match the pace of real farm life. Turn the
page and see how together, we can help keep Ontario
farms safe, resilient, and thriving.
FARM
SAFETY
ALMANAC
