Texas AgrAbility: Battleground to Breaking Ground’s Impact on Veterans’ Employment in Agriculture

Abstract Date Presented 04/02/2022 We examined the efficacy of Texas AgrAbility’s three-phase business program, Battleground to Breaking Ground, and its impact on helping veterans overcome transition challenges to gain employment in agriculture. This study helps generate foundational knowledge about the daily lives of veteran farmers and their unique challenges and how to holistically address their physical and mental health needs to ensure success in their chosen occupation. Primary Author and Speaker: Faye McGuire Contributing Authors: Mary Hildebrand, Erin Kimbrough