This practical guide provides family physicians with a comprehensive resource on rural and agricultural medicine. Readers are introduced to the characteristics of the agricultural environment and the hazards that farm workers face. The full spectrum of injuries and conditions unique to the field is covered including chemical injuries orthopedic conditions infectious diseases plant related diseases bites and environmental injuries. This clinical text also emphasizes prevention. The content is current and reflects changing agricultural practices including advances in the use of safety equipment and in physical and biological monitoring.