Veterans
The Farmer Veteran Coalition is honoring those who served while reflecting on the unity that followed the attacks.
Veteran and independent trucker Lewie Pugh explains how the Freedom Haulers Initiative aims to help military veterans transition into civilian trucking careers.
The Virginia Farm Bureau highlights how Joseph Bates transformed a small herd into a thriving operation.
Expanded SkillBridge opportunities and a new hiring campaign aim to connect military families with USDA careers.
USDA is expanding opportunities for military-affiliated applicants through an enhanced partnership with the Department of War’s SkillBridge Program and a new “100 Hires in 100 Days” initiative.
Seven McIlhenny Company employees received the Louisiana Honor Medal for their military service.
Geared to Give: Kubota Boosts Support for Veterans in Agriculture During Military Appreciation Month
Kubota Tractor Company President and Army National Guard Veteran Alex Woods discusses the company’s Military Appreciation Month initiatives and long-term support programs for veterans in agriculture.
Co-founders Jeremy and Heather Clark share how Vets to Cowboys helps U.S. veterans build new skills, find community in cattle ranching, and discover new opportunities in agriculture.
Farmer and retired colonial Joe Ricker joined us to highlight Ag Safety Awareness Program Week, share his work supporting veterans and farmers, and offer guidance on making safety a year-round priority on the farm.
Reed Marcum started hosting a toy drive in 2015. Since then, he has distributed thousands of toys across his home state of Oklahoma and in Texas and Arkansas. Now serving in the Army, Reed’s family and local 4-H chapter are running the event.