Walter Gross, retired owner of Husky Farm Equipment in Alma and an active proponent for farm safety, talks about the importance of farmers being aware of silo gas.

Be aware of the silent killer in the silo during harvest

by Local Journalism Initiative October 2, 2026

written by Local Journalism Initiative October 2, 2026

By Meg Deak | Woolwich Observer It is a deceptively simple biological process, but it remains one of the most hidden and lethal hazards on modern farms. When fresh crops…

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Be aware of the silent killer in the silo during harvest

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