
My Weekly Column: ROPS Are a Lifesaving Measure for Iowa Farmers <span>My Weekly Column: ROPS Are a Lifesaving Measure for Iowa Farmers</span> <div class="evo-article__body"><p><span>Iowa farmers and ranchers are the backbone of our country, who wake before the sun rises to feed families and fuel our nation. However, while there is no more rewarding work, it can come with a series of unforeseen risks that can threaten our producers’ livelihoods. Farmers work long hours handling heavy machinery and working around unpredictable weather conditions with tight margins. These realities of farm work mean that one small mistake can change a life forever. </span></p></div> <span><span>Alexandra.Hame…</span></span> <span><time datetime="2026-03-18T13:25:09-04:00" title="Wednesday, March 18, 2026 - 13:25">Wed, 03/18/2026 - 13:25</time> </span> <div class="col-auto">March 18, 2026 </div>