Disaster Preparedness on the Farm
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We can’t always predict when the next disaster will occur. But that doesn’t mean we have to be caught completely unprepared. Farmers can do several things to make sure they are better prepared to handle any unforeseen circumstances that come their way.
One of the easiest and perhaps the most important things a farmer can do is to compile a list of important contact information. Important numbers to have, include your vet both local and state, insurance companies, utility companies, emergency services, poison control, and your cooperative extension agent. Printing out a hard copy to have on hand can be useful in the case of a dead cell phone or a neighbor helping out that may not have these numbers stored or memorized.
Feeding livestock is a priority in any emergency situation. Make sure you have a secure place to store feed and that you know how to calculate needed feed supplies for a designated time period. Knowing how much feed you will need for a week or a month can help you make plans for long term interruptions.
Keep an emergency kit at the barn and in farm vehicles for both people and animals. Include common medications, bandages, and other essential items.
Make a map of your farm and include locations of buildings and structures, access points, barriers, livestock, and hazardous materials like pesticides.
Create an inventory for your farm that includes number and species of animals, number of acres, machinery and equipment with make and model numbers, and any hazardous materials like pesticides, fuel, medications, and other chemicals.
Maintain records in a secure place. For paper copies, this might include a fireproof and waterproof safe or digital back up. For digital records, you can back up your files to keep them protected.
Make plans for relocating your assets like your livestock, feed, or chemicals if needed. This can include higher elevations on your own farm in the event of flooding.
Keep all farm employees and family members informed about any emergency plans or procedures.
Be proactive in putting together these preventative measures. Don’t wait until you are in the midst of an emergency. By taking these steps now you can ensure you are well prepared to handle a variety of disasters on your farm.