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March 2022

North CarolinaWoman with face mask sitting behind table loaded with AgrAbility materials and assistive technology

2022 North Carolina Miss Agriculture Advocacy Ambassador Katie Haynes in wheelchair in front of NCA&T boothNC AgrAbility Partnership was an exhibitor at the 2022 Southern Farm Show in Raleigh, NC, from February 2-4. The participation of the Farmer Veteran Coalition was a success in helping attract more veterans to NC AgrAbility. 2022 North Carolina Miss Agriculture Advocacy Ambassador Katie Haynes in wheelchair in front of NC AgrAbility bannerThe program was able to reach many farmers and non-farmers who had the chance to learn about the NC AgrAbility services and the FVC-NC benefits. The program gained at least two referrals for direct services. The 2022 North Carolina Miss Agriculture Advocacy Ambassador, Katie Haynes, added creativity and enjoyment to the team.

Submitted by Beatriz (Betty) Rodriguez