08/31/2026
Don't Let Harvest Season Drive You Crazy! 🚜🌾
Hey road family! It’s officially harvest season, which means our local farmers are hard at work, and farm equipment will be sharing the asphalt with us.
Slow-moving tractors can turn a quick commute into a slow crawl, so don't get driven to distraction! Here are a few quick tips to make sure your daily drive stays on the right track:
🚜 Yield to the Big Rigs: Farm machinery moves much slower than normal traffic—usually under 25\text{ mph}. If you see one ahead, ease off the gas early so you don't end up boxed in.
⏳ Give Yourself Extra Runway: Leave a few minutes early so you aren't tempted to steer into trouble by making risky passes. Patience is key!
👀 Look Out for Blind Spots: Larger equipment makes it harder for farmers to see behind them. Don't tailgate—stay back where their mirrors can spot you.
🛣️ Pass with Caution: Only pass when you have a clear view, legal passing zones, and enough horsepower to complete the maneuver safely. Never assume a tractor turning left is letting you pass on the left!
Let’s keep our roads safe, show our farmers some love, and make sure everyone arrives without a hitch.
Drive safe and stay tuned up out there! 🚗💨