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FFA Spotlight: Championing Farmers’ Mental Health

Abigail Petterson, a leader in the East Tennessee FFA Chapter, is championing farmers' mental health after the devastation Hurricane Helene brought to her community in 2024.

The Dirt To Dinner Team October 16, 2026 | 5 MIN READ

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