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“Don't learn safety by accident” is the theme of the weeklong observance reinforcing that all workplace incidents are preventable and recognizing the contributions of America’s farmers, ranchers and farmworkers ahead of harvest. 

The farm economy is in much better shape than feared at the beginning of the year, according to USDA’s revised farm income forecast. USDA now estimates that net farm income will decline by 7% and remain above the 20-year historical average. Back in February, USDA had projected net farm income would plummet by nearly 26%. 

Democratic delegates approved a wide-ranging platform Monday night that largely embraces environmental and other policies of the current administration — not surprising, given that the platform was written before President Joe Biden stepped aside in favor of Vice President Kamala Harris.

This week's Democratic National Convention in Chicago gives the party a chance to make the case that it cares about lifting up rural residents, which could in turn help Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in some key battleground states.