Embrace Farm is to host its annual remembrance service for all those affected by farm accidents in the Church of the Most Holy Rosary, Abbeyleix, Co Laois, on Sunday 25 June.
The 2pm service is open to anyone who wishes to honour those lost from the farming community.
Appeal
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Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed this week appealed to farmers and contractors alike to prioritise farm safety as the warm weather sees a large amount of farm activity.
He said: “It is critical that safety is foremost in everyone’s mind and that we take steps to avoid injuries, or worse, the loss of life. I have too many times seen the devastating impact that farm accidents can have on a family.”
There have been 12 fatalities on Irish farms in 2017 to date, making this one of the worst years for farm fatalities, particularly for older farmers.
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Embrace Farm is to host its annual remembrance service for all those affected by farm accidents in the Church of the Most Holy Rosary, Abbeyleix, Co Laois, on Sunday 25 June.
The 2pm service is open to anyone who wishes to honour those lost from the farming community.
Appeal
Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed this week appealed to farmers and contractors alike to prioritise farm safety as the warm weather sees a large amount of farm activity.
He said: “It is critical that safety is foremost in everyone’s mind and that we take steps to avoid injuries, or worse, the loss of life. I have too many times seen the devastating impact that farm accidents can have on a family.”
There have been 12 fatalities on Irish farms in 2017 to date, making this one of the worst years for farm fatalities, particularly for older farmers.
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