Attention, harvest time! Safety tips for farmers and road users

Attention, harvest time! Safety tips for farmers and road users

The harvest season is in full swing, and that not only brings fresh products to the plate, but also special challenges for agriculture and road traffic. In the Uckermark, where the winter barley is currently being harvested, Friedhelm Rogasch, managing director of the farmers' association, emphasizes the importance of safety during these hectic weeks. Despite the ongoing drought, the yields have been encouraging so far. The favorable weather allows farmers to make the most of every minute - even at night and on Sundays - to ensure the quality of the wheat Northern Courier reported.

However, it now becomes crucial to be careful: the heavy combine harvesters are not only wide, slow monsters on the road, they can also easily cause traffic problems. Rogasch therefore appeals to all road users to drive with foresight and be considerate of agricultural vehicles. “There's something going on!” he says, pointing out the high risk of fire in the fields, especially when temperatures rise above 30 degrees and the ground is dry.

Road safety

The Chamber of Agriculture emphasizes similar safety aspects and asks for your understanding for the increased presence of agricultural vehicles during the harvest season. How bvz.at Reportedly, winter barley and rapeseed have already been threshed in many cases, but farmers are also struggling with the after-effects of wet weather conditions that have limited field access. Challenges caused by fungal diseases and heavy rain in May and June also cause additional work in agriculture.

It is particularly important at this time to reduce speed and be extremely alert at dusk - as wildlife is often active at this time of year, especially in July. Rogasch calls on not only farmers, but also residents and visitors not to park vehicles on the edge of fields in order to make space for agricultural machinery and emergency vehicles.

Seasons of harvest

In order to plan the harvest season as best as possible, the annual calendar offers valuable tips for farmers and home garden owners. July is the main harvest time for berries and early vegetables, while the sowing of autumn vegetables begins. It is important to take into account the specific needs of the plants and the regional weather conditions in order to ensure maximum yields and sustainable soil use. A well-planned gardening annual calendar helps increase efficiency in farming and home gardening, such as Charlotte Travels emphasized.

In summary, the harvest season is an exciting but also challenging time for everyone in agriculture. Understanding, consideration and good planning are crucial to protecting both the environment and road safety during these busy weeks. This is the only way to ensure the good production of local agriculture.