Author: heidi.barber
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Texas AgrAbility Highlighted at American Occupational Therapy Association Conference
Occupational Therapy doctoral students have collaborated with Texas AgrAbility to address the issue of limited continuing education and resources for rural health practitioners working with the agriculture population. Meghan Skidmore, […]
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AgriStress Helpline
It’s been a tough year. You know working in agriculture is often stressful. Things like the economy, finances, weather, and even a pandemic increase our stress levels and can leave […]
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Honoring the contributions of Hispanic farmers for National Hispanic Heritage Month
The U.S. has a rich background in Agriculture because of the diverse cultures that have helped to enrich the industry. As we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month let us take […]
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Back Pain Can Be Attributed to Whole Body Vibrations
Many farmers and ranchers suffer from chronic back pain. It can be difficult to tell what the root of the pain is, especially for farmers and ranchers who have existing […]
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AAPI Heritage Month: Celebrating Asian Contributions to Farming
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, and Asian American farmers have a rich history of contribution to the U.S. food economy that dates back to the […]
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April is Sexual Harassment Awareness & Prevention Month
April is National Sexual Harassment Awareness and Prevention Month. The agricultural industry needs to pay particular attention to the issue because it includes most characteristics of employment situations associated with […]
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BattleGround to Breaking Ground Graduates Utilize NRCS to Grow their Ranch
After Chris and Theda Pogue retired from military service, the family of five settled down and officially began GP Ranch in 2018 in Sulphur Springs, Texas. The operation includes a herd […]
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Practical New Year’s Resolutions for Farmers and Ranchers
2022 is in full swing and so are New Year’s Resolutions. Farmers and ranchers are a unique population in that, with each new season, they are recommitting to their goals […]
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NIFA Celebrates AgrAbility’s 30 Year Anniversary
For 30 years Texas AgrAbility has been making it possible for individuals with disabilities to work in their chosen profession of agriculture. Since beginning in 1990 the program has supported […]
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What Does Veterans Day Mean to You?
“What Does Veterans Day Mean to You?” Each year on November 11, our nation comes together to celebrate the military members and veterans who have so bravely served our country. […]
