AgrAbility of WI

Happy Thanksgiving from AgrAbility of Wisconsin! We are thankful today and everyday for farmers.

A simple check-in can make a world of difference. If someone you know is struggling, take a moment to reach out. We can all play a part in planting seeds of hope. #CultivatingHope #NIFAimpacts

We are all set up for @WDExpo 2024! If you are here, stop by and learn how AgrAbility can help you or a farmer you know!

Exciting news from @USDA ! The Distressed Borrowers Assistance Network is here to support financially distressed farmers & ranchers across the country. Through partnerships with local organizations, we're providing personalized assistance to help stabilize & rebuild.

We had a great Neighbor-to-Neighbor event last week at Larry Wathke's farm! Feeling bummed you missed out? Join us for our next Neighbor-to-Neighbor event at Tim Schultz’s farming operation in the Wisconsin Dells on Tuesday, November 12th! See photo for details.

We hope everyone is having a fantastic August! As the month is wrapping up, we want to highlight the assistive technology item of the month, the Stand ‘n Plant! Check out more tools like this one at the assistive technology toolbox: agrability.org/toolbox/

Day one of Farm Tech Days was a success! We got to see so many familiar and new faces, and we even got a visit from @Alice_Dairyland . Alice’s booth is right next to ours, so now there’s even more reason to stop by and say hi!

Today is the day! Farm Technology Days has started and we are so excited to see you! We have lots of cool assistive technology for you to check out, as well as an opportunity for you to win a pair of ear muffs! Come see us in the Rural Events Center tent, booth #121.

Are you going to Farm Technology Days this year? So are we! We'll be there August 13-15 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come see our booth in the Rural Events Center Tent (booth #121) and chat with us about what services we can offer you or a farmer you know. #WIFarmTechDays

This July, the AT item of the month is a personal fan. This year’s heat and humidity are no joke, and it’s important to protect yourself from heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Stay cool out there!

@USDA announced 2024 and 2025 assistance for specialty crop producers to help cover the costs of food safety certification requirements. Apply for calendar year 2024 assistance by Jan. 31, 2025. farmers.gov/pandemic-assis…

#DYK each @USDAFSA county is served by a committee of elected ag producers who represent the needs of local farmers? #LeadYourFSA go.usa.gov/x6bsX

Farming can often mean being exposed to loud noises over prolonged periods of time, which can make you susceptible to hearing loss. Assistive technology like ear muffs or ear plugs is an easy and inexpensive way to help protect your hearing. #assistivetechnology #ATItemoftheMonth

Regardless of the weather, it is important to be aware of important health and safety information for when there is a fire or flood on your farm. Don't be caught unaware - check out AgriSafe's helpful resources today!

📣We’re hiring!📣 Applications for the AgrAbility and Tractor Safety Outreach Program Coordinator are due by March 14th. For more information or to apply, click the link: jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/agrabilit…

This month’s assistive technology item is a magnetic wristband. Magnetic wristbands are an easy way to keep track of small metal tools and parts while working. This can help you avoid bending over to pick up lost parts, saving your knees and back. #AssistiveTechnology

It’s snow joke outside! During these freezing temperatures it’s important to protect your body from the cold. Using heated gloves can not only keep your hands warm but increase mobility in cold temps and help keep joint pain at bay. #AToftheMonth #AgrAbility

Wishing you and yours a safe and happy holiday season! We are so grateful to work with so many awesome and hardworking farmers in Wisconsin. We hope you enjoy this time with your family and friends.

For many, a holiday meal isn't complete w/o deliciously tart US-grown cranberries. FAS spoke w/ Ray Habelman, a 4th-gen Wisconsin cranberry farmer, 🧑‍🌾 to learn about his family’s efforts to bring the holiday staple to dinner tables around the world. READ: fas.usda.gov/newsroom/cranb…

A well-placed back-up camera or mirror can have many benefits, including saving your joints so you do not have to climb in and out of equipment often or twist your neck to see behind you. They can also prevent blind spots while using equipment, preventing dangerous accidents.