Florida

Florida AgrAbility met with the Florida Farm Bureau to initiate a collaborative partnership aimed at better serving Florida's farmers with disabilities. The Florida Farm Bureau Federation is the state's largest general agricultural organization, representing more than 133,000 member families across Florida. These members include a diverse range of producers involved in all 300 of the state's agricultural commodities. The two organizations discussed ways to support one another in order to strengthen their relationship and expand their reach across the state.

The Roots to Work program, which offered an introduction to the agricultural field to young adults with disabilities, concluded its eight-week program. Participants developed skills with plant care, experienced personal growth, and increased their options for future volunteer and work opportunities. Plans are underway to expand this program in scope and locations for fall.

Submitted by Tara Dorn