Non-technical summary in the US, farmers consistently rank second among laborers with disabilities from work-related injuries

According to the USDA, more than 200,000 farmers, ranchers and agricultural workers acquire occupational injuries each year that limit their ability to perform essential work tasks. Farm safety education efforts of tnap aim to reduce injuries and illnesses on farms and provide services/education that can help these farmers get back to doing what they love to do.tnap is the only TN entity providing technical assistance and specialized education for farmers with disabilities. Tnap introduced national agrability project resources to TN partners. Partnerships with rehabilitation, health and agricultural professionals increased the capacity to recognize needs and accommodate farmers so they can continue to farm.tnap on-site assessments help to identify barriers, recommend appropriate assistive technologies and adaptive tools; modify work practices, equipment modifications, gain access to informational and educational materials, provide information for training opportunities through conferences, workshops and online programs, and give referrals to appropriate service providers and peer support opportunities.tnap's past efforts have provided direct, on-site education and assistance to 1,283 farmers, farm workers and their family members that have disabilities in tennessee since 1994. The goal is to serve at least 50 new farmers with disabilities annually with on-site home and workplace assessments and development of plans of action to increase independence, quality of life and sustainability of the farming enterprise, plus education for professionals and the general public.