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Illinois Soybean Growers announce free grain bin safety webinar for farmers and responders

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Charles E. Meier, Illinois State Representative for 109th District | www.facebook.com

Charles E. Meier, Illinois State Representative for 109th District | www.facebook.com

Grain bin entrapments continue to be a significant cause of fatalities on farms, with recent years showing an increase in such incidents. In response, the Illinois Soybean Growers will hold a free Grain Bin Safety Webinar on Tuesday, September 23. The event aims to equip farmers, farm workers, and rural emergency responders with knowledge to help prevent accidents and improve emergency responses.

Those interested can register for the webinar at https://bit.ly/4n9IIOR.

Meier, a Republican, was elected to the Illinois State House in 2023 to represent the state's 109th House District, replacing previous state representative David Reis.