Southeastern Coastal Center for Agricultural Health and Safety

01/17/2026

📣 Registration is now open for the 2025 State of the Science Meeting! Join us in Charleston, SC from March 2-3 for a dynamic gathering of researchers, public health professionals, industry leaders, and community advocates working together to protect and support coastal and agricultural workers.

🔗 Register today at https://loom.ly/fQBlOg4

01/15/2026

🐄 Livestock exhibitions bring people and animals together from many places, which means higher risk for disease spread if biosecurity isn’t planned for.

A new UF/IFAS EDIS resource developed by the SCCAHS team, Biosecurity Plan Template for Livestock Exhibitions, gives fair boards, show organizers, Extension professionals, and volunteers a simple, adaptable framework to help protect animals, exhibitors, and visitors.

✔️ Covers key areas like animal movement, exhibitor and visitor flow, signage, waste management, and emergency response

✔️ Includes sample signs and pre-show health surveys

✔️ Designed to fit events of all sizes—from local shows to large fairs

📋 A strong biosecurity plan helps keep livestock exhibitions safe, healthy, and sustainable for the future.

🔗 Read the full publication at https://loom.ly/FABmDrw.

01/13/2026

Curious what the State of the Science Meeting is all about? Take a look at our past events and get a sense of the timely research, practical conversations, and regional collaboration that make this meeting so impactful.

🔍 Explore past meetings at https://loom.ly/4V6BDNw.

SCCAHS hosts annual State of the Science (SOS) meetings for the Center. SOS meetings are a vital component to the Center's approach to research-to-practice and serves as a platform to seek science that answers relevant questions related to agricultural health and safety. The SOS meeting is also an o

01/06/2026

Even in the Southeast, winter weather can sneak up on you, and when it does, it can impact everything from equipment to worker safety. ❄️🚜 Whether it’s a sudden freeze or a stretch of cold, it pays to be prepared.

Swipe through for a few practical tips to help you keep your farm running smoothly and safely this winter. Because a little prep now can prevent a lot of problems later. 🧤

01/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year from all of us at SCCAHS!

We’re looking forward to a year of continued research, collaboration, and progress in protecting the health and safety of those who work in agriculture, fisheries, and coastal communities. Explore what we’re working on at https://loom.ly/THGqx9c.

12/30/2025

📬 Looking back on a year of impact, insight, and innovation.

Our 2025 newsletters captured key stories, research highlights, and community voices across the region. Catch up before the new year at https://loom.ly/_ayyRQg.

12/25/2025

🎄 From all of us at SCCAHS, Happy Holidays! We’re grateful for the opportunity to support safe, healthy communities across the Southeastern U.S.

Wishing you joy, rest, and connection this season. Learn more about us at https://loom.ly/as6wbhE.

12/23/2025

As 2025 winds down, we want to thank our Community Stakeholder Advisory Board for their vital role in shaping SCCAHS priorities. Your guidance ensures our work stays connected to the real-world needs of agricultural communities.

Thank you for being our partners in health and safety. Learn more about the team at https://www.sccahs.org/index.php/about/community-stakeholder-advisory-board/.

12/18/2025

Let’s rewind! In 2025, we hosted a series of impactful webinars covering topics from veteran farmers to heat safety and disaster preparedness.

Thanks to everyone who joined the conversation, asked thoughtful questions, and shared insights. Watch any of our webinars from this year at https://loom.ly/LHtoxKE.

12/16/2025

🌐 Throughout 2025, SCCAHS remained committed to connecting science with the communities who need it most.

This year, Farah A. Arosemena represented SCCAHS at the Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing Occupational Safety and Health (AFOS) meeting, engaging with partners across the country to spotlight the health and safety needs of our nation’s agricultural workforce.

As one of 12 NIOSH-funded Centers for Agricultural Safety and Health, SCCAHS joins a national network working to reduce injuries, illnesses, and fatalities in one of America’s most hazardous industries. Events like AFOS are key to fostering collaboration, sharing research, and developing practical solutions that protect those who feed and sustain us.

🤝 Together, we’re building safer, healthier communities across the Southeast and beyond.

12/11/2025

🗓️ Abstract Deadline: December 17

Don’t miss your chance to contribute to the 2026 State of the Science Meeting! We’re seeking abstracts that explore disaster resilience, health and safety in coastal and agricultural communities, and lived experiences of fishery workers.

📣 Community voices. Research insights. Real-world solutions. Submit your work and be part of this important conversation at https://loom.ly/p1htAGA.

12/09/2025

RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT: Astrid Ericson presented an ACE poster examining how trust in video messaging influences the effectiveness of heat-related illness prevention.

Narrative formats were found to build the most trust, especially among non-Hispanic participants, while Hispanic participants placed more trust in factual, OSHA-style videos. 💡 This work highlights the importance of tailored communication for diverse audiences. Learn more about her work and more at https://www.sccahs.org/index.php/resources/toolkits/heat-related-illnesses/.