Empowering Farmers: Assistive Tech Expo at Purdue University

Purdue University's Indiana AgrAbility Project Hosts Assistive Technology Expo

Purdue University's Indiana AgrAbility Project, in collaboration with Huntington University and Easterseals Crossroads, is hosting a full-day Assistive Technology Expo on November 15, 2024. The event will showcase various assistive technologies designed to support farmers with disabilities, offering hands-on learning opportunities, farm visits, and training sessions1. Attendees will gain insights into innovative tools that make farming tasks more accessible and less stressful for individuals with disabilities.

Specific Technologies Being Showcased:

• Adaptive Tractors and Farm Equipment: Modified tractors and equipment designed to accommodate farmers with physical limitations.

• Assistive Devices for Mobility: Tools and devices that help farmers with mobility challenges navigate their farms more easily.

• Smart Farming Technologies: Advanced technologies like GPS-guided systems and automated machinery that reduce the physical strain of farming tasks.

• Farm Safety Equipment: Innovations aimed at improving safety for farmers with disabilities, including protective gear and emergency response tools.

How to Register:

• Event Date: November 15, 2024

• Location: Habecker Dining Commons, Huntington University, 502 Lake St, Huntington, IN 46750

• Time: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm EDT

• Registration Deadline: November 12, 2024

• Admission: Free, but registration is required

• Registration Link: Purdue University's Indiana AgrAbility Project Expo Registration