The Dairy Alliance, a nonprofit organization funded by dairy farm families in the Southeast, has announced a partnership with Katie Hammock, known as "The Dairy Wife," to bolster farm safety across the region. The collaboration aims to provide farm families with essential tools, safety education, and hands-on support for emergency preparedness. Through this initiative, more than 1,000 Farm Emergency Kits will be distributed to dairy farmers within The Dairy Alliance's eight-state region, which includes Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Additionally, workshops and social media campaigns will deliver practical tips and real-world guidance to prevent injuries in one of the nation's most dangerous industries.
Katie Hammock, an ER nurse and dairy farm wife, created the farm-specific emergency kits after witnessing preventable farm tragedies and realizing that standard first aid kits did not meet the unique needs of agricultural injuries. The kits are designed to address common farm-related incidents, such as cuts, fractures, and chemical exposures. The partnership with The Dairy Alliance ensures these kits reach farm families directly, emphasizing the importance of readiness during harvest season, a time of heightened risk.
Farrah Newberry, CEO of The Dairy Alliance, stated, "Katie brings unmatched expertise as both an ER nurse and a farm wife. Together, we are empowering farm families with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to protect their loved ones and encouraging safe farming practices. Preparing for emergencies ensures families, farms, and communities thrive for generations to come."
The campaign aligns with Farm Safety Week (Sept. 21–27), serving as a central moment to reinforce agricultural safety and promote preparedness across dairy farms in the Southeast. Farm families and the broader community can follow Katie's journey on Instagram and Facebook, where she shares real-life farm safety stories, tips, and insights from her years as a nurse and farm wife. Her content makes learning about farm safety approachable, practical, and relatable for everyone.
For more information about The Dairy Alliance, visit https://thedairyalliance.com or follow them on Facebook or Instagram @TheDairyAlliance.
