Farm Bureau to address mental health concerns, farmer stress

From Montana Farm Bureau Federation

Recognizing the high levels of stress affecting America’s farmers and ranchers, Farm Credit, American Farm Bureau Federation and National Farmers Union have partnered on a program to train people who interact with farmers and ranchers to recognize signs of stress and offer help.

Based on the farm stress program Michigan State University Extension developed for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency, the combination of online and in-person trainings is designed specifically for individuals who interact with farmers and ranchers. It...