AgTalk, an anonymous online space for those in the agricultural sector to find mental health support, has seen its funding partnership renewed, the Do More Agriculture Foundation announced on Tuesday.
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AgTalk farmer mental health support platform sees partnership renewed
Do More Ag’s anonymous chat platform has seen more than 10,000 interactions since its launch in 2023
Well-being improvement can pay off for farms
Producers argue that investing in wellness programs in a tight labour market can help farms recruit and retain employees
Investing in wellness programs in a tight labour market can help farms recruit and retain employees
Historical painting speaks to financial stresses facing farmers
In a time when many farmers are facing financial hardship with limited resources from governments, a painting stands as a testament to their resilience.
Male farmers face stresses unique to agriculture
Loss of animals, farm succession, labour-intensive harvest and higher suicide rates contribute to farmers’ mental burden
June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and a farm-focused initiative has found four factors that adversely affect male producers’ mental well-being.
Mental health service focuses on farmers’ needs
The SaskAgMatters Mental Health Network was developed based on a research team’s survey of agricultural producers
June, Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, has special significance for Sharalee Laventure, a director with the SaskAgMatters Mental Health Network.
Applications sought for mental health initiative
Agriculture Canada is looking to fund projects that use novel strategies to promote mental well-being among Canadian producers
Agriculture Canada is seeking collaborative solutions that employ novel strategies to promote mental well-being among producers in Canada.
Variety of options available to manage separation, divorce
In Saskatchewan, there are a variety of process options that people may use to navigate separation and divorce.
How to win over your worry
Glacier FarmMedia – Kathy Somers, who runs the Stress Management and High Performance Clinic at the University of Guelph, offers several tips for managing stress and reducing worry for better health and business performance. Somers grew up on a farm in southwestern Ontario and coaches farmers to learn how to better manage stress. She understands […] Read more
What to do when worry takes over
Getting control over your worries can be far easier said than done — but you can get a good start if you practice these tips
Glacier FarmMedia – “I don’t tell my story because it’s unique. I tell it because it isn’t,” says Manitoba hog farmer Gerry Friesen. A little over 20 years ago Friesen’s farm was in financial crisis after years of market volatility, tariffs and low prices. “At the time, my mind was working overtime, replaying worst case […] Read more
Seeding stress can take a toll on mental, physical well-being
The enormity of seeding weighs heavily on producers and the entire agricultural supply chain at this time of year. It can take a toll on physical and mental well-being.
