Providing research and education on health and safety in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

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SCCAHS explores and addresses the occupational safety and health needs of people working in agriculture, fishing, and forestry in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.

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Evidence-based Approaches to Support Mental Health in Agriculture: Insights from Florida's Mind Your Melon Farmer Wellbeing Survey | September 3 @ 3 P.M. EDT

August 6, 2025
Mental health challenges have become of growing concern for farmers and those involved in agriculture. This webinar will discuss top insights from a recent survey conducted to address farmer mental health in...

Using a One Health Approach for H5N1 Response in Agriculture Settings | November 7 @ 11:00 a.m. ET

October 17, 2024
The emergence of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 poses a significant threat to the agriculture industry. The One Health approach, which is an interdisciplinary framework for addressing complex health...

Statement of Support: Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton Recovery Efforts

October 8, 2024
Our hearts go out to the communities impacted by the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene and those who are now in the path of Hurricane Milton along Florida’s coastline. As...