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Farm Safety Week is an annual event raising awareness of farm hazards across Australia and globally. Held each July, it promotes education, stronger safety culture and practical actions to reduce injuries and accidents across the agricultural industry.
What is Farm Safety Week?
It’s almost National Farm Safety Week 2026, the annual campaign is dedicated to raising awareness of hazards found on farm and promoting safer, more sustainable work practices across the agricultural industry.
Held every year in July, Farm Safety Week brings attention to the real risks farmers, workers and their families are exposed to every day. Its purpose is to encourage action to help prevent injuries and fatalities.
The intention of Farm Safety Week is to focus on education, behavioral change and to encourage a stronger safety culture amongst the farming community. From small farms to large operations, the aim remains the same - everyone has the right to go to work and come home safe.
It’s about starting conversations, sharing knowledge and equipping people with the tools to make safer decisions on and off the farm.
Who it’s for:
- Farm owners and managers
- Farm workers and contractors
- Agribusiness professionals
- Rural communities, schools, and families
Who runs Farm Safety Week in Australia?
Farmsafe Australia are the organisation that leads and coordinates National Farm Safety Week in Australia. Bringing together industry, government and community partners, Farmsafe Australia are the national peak body for all things farm safety.
“Our mission is to improve the wellbeing and productivity of Australian agriculture through enhanced health and safety awareness and practices.” - Farmsafe Australia
Responsible for driving the campaign each, the industry body are dedicated to promoting best practice year-round. Connecting farmers with work, health and safety experts through resources, training, forums and advocacy.
What is this year’s Farm Safety Week theme?
This year’s focus is on the role each of us play in shaping what’s considered “normal” on farm. The 2026 Farm Safety Week theme is Set the Standard: Show ’em how it’s done.
Every action sets a benchmark. Whether it’s taking shortcuts or doing the job properly, those behaviors are seen, learnt and then repeated by others. What we now accept, defines the future standard. This campaign encourages farmers and workers to lead by example, speak up on the small decisions and show what safe, practical farming looks like in the real world.
Farmsafe Australia have also announced that this year’s Farm Safety Week will coincide with the launch of their Safer Farmers Ambassador Network. Six farmers will be sharing their lived experiences and real stories to encourage conversation and promote safer farming practices.
How Do I Learn More About the Daily Topics?
Each day of Farm Safety Week highlights a different focus area to help improve safety on farms.
Sunday 19 July - Launch of the 'Set the Standard' theme and the 2026 Safer Farms Report
Monday 20 July - Take Two
Tuesday 21 July - The Simple Things Matter
Wednesday 22 July - Show Them Early
Thursday 23 July - The Shortcut Isn't Worth It
Friday 24 July - More Than Tick and Flick
Saturday 25 July - Leadership Looks Like This
Follow along each day as new topics are released, featuring practical tips, insights, and resources to help you stay safe on the farm.
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How Can I Participate in Farm Safety Week?
Taking part in Farm Safety Week is simple. You can start by engaging with the daily campaign themes and reflecting on how they apply to your farm and everyday practices.
You can also run toolbox talks, share safety discussions with your team and use the week as an opportunity to review procedures and reinforce safe practices on your farm. Participation is all about encouraging open conversations around farm safety
You can also participate by:
- Joining Farm Safety Week events, webinars or industry discussions
- Sharing your own safety stories or experiences to help others learn
- Encouraging open conversations about safety on farm
- Following, sharing and adding to the discussions on social media
- Accessing and sharing resources by Farmsafe Australia throughout the year
Even small actions, like updating a checklist, or speaking up about a risk, helps contribute to safety on your farm and within your community.
What’s Changing in Farm Safety?
Farm safety is evolving quickly alongside new technology, changing workforces and modern farming systems. Key emerging areas include:
- Automation and autonomous machinery: transforming how tasks are completed while introducing new safety considerations around human–machine interaction
- AI and data-driven risk management: helping identify hazards earlier and support more informed, proactive safety decisions
- Remote monitoring and wearable technology: improving real-time visibility of people, equipment, and environmental conditions on farm
- Workforce changes and skills gaps: reshaping how farms train, supervise, and maintain safety standards across diverse and seasonal teams
These trends are shaping the future of farm safety globally and driving a shift toward more connected, data-informed and proactive approaches across agriculture.
Safe Ag Systems Virtual Event
We’re going live from the 21 July 2026 with our first of three virtual events.
Moving beyond conversation, Safe Ag Systems will be joined by industry experts to explore what emerging technologies mean for your agribusiness.
You can join one or all three sessions. Registration is free. Plan ahead for a smarter operation as roles and risks continue to evolve. Here’s a snapshot of what you won’t want to miss:
- Rethinking risk, safety and operations in increasingly automated agriculture with Jonathan Medway and Salah Sukkarieh
- Learn how emerging technologies are overhauling agricultural employment with the Lucas Group
- How the future of insurance is being shaped by evolving technologies and a changing climate with Achmea Farm Insurance
If you want to understand how agtech and risk management are reshaping the future of farming, this event is for you. Discover what it takes to stay ahead.
Can’t join live? Register and we’ll send you the recording.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should get involved in Farm Safety Week?
Farm Safety Week is for everyone involved in the agricultural industry, from owners and managers to workers, contractors, and advisors. Building a strong safety culture is a shared responsibility.
Who runs Farm Safety Week in Australia?
In Australia, National Farm Safety Week is run by Farmsafe Australia, a national not-for-profit dedicated to improving on-farm safety.
Farmsafe Australia lead the campaign each year, with support from the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry and broader industry partners.
How does Farm Safety Week benefit my farming business?
Farm Safety Week helps Australian agribusinesses by improving safety awareness, reducing risk and downtime and strengthening compliance. Providing practical tools to run a safer, more efficient farm.
Is Farm Safety Week linked to regulations?
Not directly. Farm Safety Week is an awareness and education campaign, not a regulation or legal requirement.
Is there a cost to participate in farm safety week?
No, there’s no cost to participate in Farm Safety Week in Australia. It’s a free awareness campaign run by Farmsafe Australia. Most events, resources, and webinars are free to attend, some industry-hosted events may have optional costs.
What are the main risks on farm?
The main risks on farms include machinery and vehicle incidents, livestock handling injuries, exposure to chemicals, electrical hazards, and working at heights or in confined spaces. Farms also face environmental risks such as fire, extreme weather, and heat stress, along with fatigue and isolation that can increase the chance of accidents.
Disclaimer: Content on this website may be of relevance to users outside of Australia, but content links and examples are specific to Australia. Please check with your local authority for your country and industry requirements.
