M
ilitary veterans returning to civilian
life can find the transition difficult,
especially when it comes to
employment. Thanks to the American Farm
Bureau Federation's Patriot Project, service
men and women can put their skills to work
in a new field back home.
The Patriot Project connects military
veterans interested in farming with
experienced Farm Bureau members. The
mentorship is a natural fit for many of our
nation's veterans. They are up for the
challenges agriculture brings, according to
Damon Helton, an army veteran mentee from
Arkansas.
"Farm life has had such a positive
impact on me and my family," Helton
said. "My military experience helped me
contribute to my country with hard work
and dedication. Farming has given me
that same opportunity and leaves me very
fulfilled."
At its heart, the Patriot Project is about
strengthening community and creating
mentorships that help