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Factors Influencing Farmers' Utilization Of Auto-Guidance Technology In Northern Utah, Thomas A. Bleazard
Factors Influencing Farmers' Utilization Of Auto-Guidance Technology In Northern Utah, Thomas A. Bleazard
All Graduate Theses and Dissertations, Spring 1920 to Summer 2023
Few studies have documented the use of auto-guidance technologies in the western United States. This study sought to discover farmers’ training preferences and what drives adoption of auto-guidance systems in northern Utah. A presentation of auto-guidance systems was made to crop school attendees. Afterwards an auto-guidance simulator was used to demonstrate to participants how these systems worked and let them engage in an experiential learning experience with laptops. A survey was administered to collect information on farmers’ training preferences and use of auto-guidance technologies. Results of the survey showed that farmers have a large interest in learning about auto-guidance technologies, …
Preventing Back Injury While Working In Agriculture, Rhonda Miller Ph.D., Anne Brown-Reither
Preventing Back Injury While Working In Agriculture, Rhonda Miller Ph.D., Anne Brown-Reither
Agriculture
This fact sheet describes sources of back pain for those working in agriculture, and suggests devices and equipment that can replace the need to do repetitive manual lifting that often causes back injuries.,
Farming In The Heat With Chronic Health Conditions, Rhonda Miller, Anne Brown-Reither
Farming In The Heat With Chronic Health Conditions, Rhonda Miller, Anne Brown-Reither
All Current Publications
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are very serious illnesses that can impact anyone, but people with certain chronic health conditions are particularly vulnerable. However, unlike many other illnesses, heat-related illnesses are almost completely preventable. By following simple common sense practices, you can protect yourself and fellow farm workers from experiencing heat-related health problems.