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SCCAHS Recognized by the Association for Communication Excellence (ACE)
SCCAHS is pleased to share our recognition by the Association for Communication Excellence (ACE).
The Center’s outreach efforts received top honors in the following categories: Digital-only publishing, issues management campaign, and publications for diverse audiences. Click the buttons below to view the awarded materials:
Upcoming Webinars
Images of Recovery: One Year After Helene | October 6, 2025 @ 2 P.M. EDT
This presentation features two leading experts from the University of Florida exploring the impacts of hurricanes in Florida and pathways to recovery. Dr. Angela
Evidence-based Approaches to Support Mental Health in Agriculture: Insights from Florida’s Mind Your Melon Farmer Wellbeing Survey | September 3, 2025 @ 3 P.M. EDT
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
Center News
State of the Science Meeting focused on pregnancy at work to be hosted by Sunshine Education and Research Center
Respected presenters and researchers will discuss topics such as occupational exposures, pesticide metabolism and effects to fetus, pregnancy bias, employment considerations during pregnancy, general

UF/IFAS Experts Help Farmers Cope with Mental Stress
When some people think of a farmer, they conjure an image of a stoic, tough-as-nails figure – one who can cope with any hardship.