Building Resilience on the Farm: The Farm Family Assistance Program
At Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Herkimer County, we understand that farmers face unique challenges that extend far beyond the fields. The Farm Family Assistance Program was born from a small mental health grant through CCE Herkimer County and Herkimer County Mental Health. It has since grown into a broader initiative addressing key areas of risk for […]
Cultivating Inclusion on the Farm
Farms are demonstrating their agility in response to industry changes such as technology advancements, climate fluctuations, and policy and regulatory changes. As the agricultural landscape evolves, so does the makeup of farm workforces. Today, farms are seeing an increasingly diverse array of employees, reflecting the global nature of modern agriculture. To thrive in this changing […]
