2024 Marks Decline in Grain Bin Dust Explosions and Related Injuries, Purdue Study Finds
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — A recent study conducted by Purdue University shows a significant decline in grain bin dust explosions and related injuries across the United States in 2024, offering promising news for the agricultural sector. Researchers attribute this decrease to improved safety measures and increased awareness among grain handlers. The comprehensive report indicates that 2024 recorded the fewest grain bin explosions in over a decade, with fewer than five incidents compared to an average …