Stuart Anderson MP is urging farmers and others working in the rural economy across South Shropshire to register their interest in the newly released FarmersAid App.
The new initiative was launched on 4th June 2026 by the farmer’s charity the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI) to support farmers and others in local communities across the country like South Shropshire.
Stuart Anderson MP said:
“Having started my career as a farmhand, I know that farming can be an incredibly tough and often isolating profession. When something goes wrong, the first few minutes can make all the difference. I am delighted to welcome FarmersAid - a new initiative from the farmer’s charity RABI, which provides real-time, step-by-step guidance for the ten most common serious on-farm accident scenarios from crush incidents to falls from height and severe bleeding. I am urging farmers and others working in the rural economy across South Shropshire and beyond to download the app today.”
Since his election, Stuart has been actively promoting farm safety in South Shropshire. Having started his career as a farmhand, Stuart remains concerned about alarming statistics which show that farming remains the most dangerous industry in the UK. Even though farming employs just 1% of the workforce, it accounts for around 20% of all workplace deaths. On average, 31 people die on farms each year and thousands more are left with life-changing injuries. In rural areas like South Shropshire, distance, terrain, and limited access mean emergency services can take longer to arrive. Those on sites are often the first responders.
FarmersAid is designed to address the ‘Platinum Ten Minutes’, a crucial window where fast action from bystanders can dramatically improve survival and recovery. Earlier this year, Stuart attended a Rural Reception with fellow parliamentarians, sector partners, and farming representatives to discuss farm safety and emergency access in rural areas. Stuart has now welcomed the launch of FarmersAid, which he has said is a “step change” that will help people to take the right action while emergency services are on their way.
The App has been developed with clinical and frontline expertise to ensure guidance is accurate, practical, and usable in real on-farm conditions. Stuart is promoting the App as part of his plan to support farmers and enhance public services in South Shropshire. RABI supports farming people across England and Wales, offering practical, emotional and financial support where it is needed the most. Stuart has said that initiatives like FarmersAid show just how vital the support of charities like RABI is for the future of local farming communities. The App is available to download free of charge from the Apple App Store and Google Play.
