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Not all agricultural education is built the same. Should it be? In a new podcast series, we explore how technical assistance can meet the diverse needs of farmers across local and regional food systems.
OSHA’s proposed heat rule aims to protect approximately 36 million workers in indoor and outdoor settings from heat-related illnesses and fatalities. Its success hinges on substantial investments to bridge the gap between policy and practice.
Public-private collaboration in standards development also increases the likelihood that companies are able to adopt the standards without being overly burdened.
Without a robust education system that prepares our youth for future careers in key sectors, our national security and competitiveness are at risk.