A Clare farming representative is warning that “no job on the farm is worth a life”.
With Farm Safety Week 2025 running until Friday, those in the agriculture sector are being reminded of how to safeguard against the inherent dangers of their profession.
Originally launched by the UK’s Farm Safety Foundation, the week is coordinated by the Irish Farmers Association in Ireland and has over 400 partners across the two nations.
So far this year, 12 farming fatalities have occurred nationwide, with five of these involving vehicles while in nine cases, the deceased was over 65.
Clare has recorded one farm-related death to date in 2025.
Co-founder and General Manager at Embrace Farm, Norma Rohan, lost her father-in-law in a farm accident 13 years ago.
She says it’s vital farmers realise how important they are to their families and communities.
The Health and Safety Authority is urging all farmers to keep their vehicles well-maintained, plan all work activity, rest when tired, takes breaks and know their limitations.
Clare IFA Chair and Feakle native Stephen Walsh believes seeking assistance in carrying out certain difficult jobs is crucial.
