John,

 

Not only is it National Farm Safety and Health Week, but today is specifically all about Safety & Health for Women in Agriculture!  
 
Many people believe that farming is becoming largely automated – but the statistics don’t lie. Farming is still a very dangerous industry, and women across the country are putting their lives on the line to put food on our tables day in and day out.  
 
These women work dangerous and dirty jobs, so it's great to see them be recognized. 

 

In case you missed it, of the five finalists for Minnesota Farmfest 2022 Woman Farmer of the year, four of them were from CD7! You can check out their stories and learn more about these amazing women here.  
 
I’m so proud of the women working in the agriculture industry – and I hope to do them justice by spreading the word about the risks they take on and ways to make their workplace a safer environment.  

 

You can learn more about Farm Safety and Health Week, including webinars and safety videos, at this link.

 

- Michelle Fischbach

Paid for by Fischbach for Congress