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Agrability uses assistive technology and devices to keep farmers farming as they age, or deal with an injury, long-term illness, or disability. Elaine Palm and the Michigan Sheep Producers came to me to ask if I would interview Sam Wolfe from Michigan State University Extension, who works with Agrability. Sam will be doing a Keynote at the Michigan Sheep Producers' Annual Shepherds Weekend Jan 9-11, 2026 in Lansing, MI.

Topics Covered:

What is agrability?

How can farmers make farming easier as they age?

What can farmers do if they are disabled?

Farming for Veterans

Farming for disabled veterans

What assistive devices and technology can help farmers and ranchers?

How can farmers and ranchers shift their operations if they get injured?

 

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