Today, we honor those who have served our country. After returning home, many veterans have turned to agriculture as an outlet for finding a new career in farming.
The Farmer Veteran Coalition has been there to help them in the process.
CEO, Jeanette Lombardo spoke with RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender on FVC’s mission, transitioning from the military to agriculture, and success stories.
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