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Trends show that moving agricultural equipment on public roads is risky. Farmers from larger farms are often required to log more miles to plant, harvest, and transport crops. A 2001 study shows that farmers were at fault in 35% of collisions, and motorists were at fault in 42% of cases. Laws indicate that farmers are held liable for failure to adequately warn motorists.

Methods of raising no-till corn, or corn that is grown without disturbing the soil through tillage, are presented. The use of agricultural equipment such as planters and tractors in dealing with crop residues is also discussed.

The use of ridge till farming system may offer various benefits because of its cost-effectiveness and dependability. However, such a system has not received wider acceptance because of the limited manufacturers and the residue which such a system leaves on the soil surface.

The need to improve road safety for farm equipment and non farm vehicles is discussed. Road safety will involve training employees in safety and taking on an attitude that does not rely on the actions of others. The details of the Iowa Center for Agricultural Safety and Health's safety campaign called 'It's Preventable!' are also discussed.

Safety practices for farmers are presented. Although farmers are often told to drive farm equipment on road shoulders, it is believed that this practice is not advisable. Experts also agree that it is best to use escort vehicles, transport wide machines on trailer, install rollover protective structures, and avoid evening or peak traffic hours.

Grants being given to farmer families to help them implement safety measures is discussed. Procedure to send an application for the 2006 Farm Family Safety Incentive Grant is also mentioned.

Ag Leader, Deere Greenstar and Case IH Field Marker yield monitors can be utilized in flagging weed problems while the farmers are harvesting. Each of these yield monitors possesses unique characteristics and functions.