Working in agriculture often means long hours, unpredictable conditions, and high stress. Fortunately, there are several resources designed specifically for farmers and ag professionals to help navigate these challenges. The farm is nothing without you. Your story isn’t over – please ask for help if you need it.

Podcasts to Listen to While in the Field 

Whether you’re in the cab or checking fields, these podcasts could offer valuable insights, relatable stories, and advice:

• AgEmerge Podcast 171: This episode focuses on breaking the mental health stigma in farming and veterinary professions.
• Ag State of Mind: Hosted by Jason Meadows, this series focuses on producer stress and mental health in agriculture.
• AgWellness: Produced by Utah State University, this series explores mental health topics relevant to rural communities.
• Farm Stress Real Talk: Produced by Penn State Extension, this series tackles real-life stressors and offers practical coping strategies.
• Wellness in the Field: Produced by Farm Family Resource Initiative as SIU Medicine, this series shares stores and support for Illinois farm families.

Support Resources

Needing further support? If you are feeling like you have lost hope and are struggling to cope, if you are dealing with thoughts of suicide, or if you are worried about someone else, attached are some more support resources.

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988 for immediate help – available 24/7

United States-Based Support:

• Call 1-833-FARM-SOS for agriculture-specific, confidential support – available 24/7
• Farm Family Resource Initiative (SIU Medicine): Available only for Illinois farm families, this resource offers 6 free counseling sessions and additional support.
• Togetherall: A safe, anonymous space to connect, share, and receive support from peers and trained professionals.
• Farm State of Mind: Funded by the American Farm Bureau, this hub provides mental health resources across the U.S.
  • Includes a state-by-state directory.

Canada-Based Support:

• Call 1-866-FARM-S01 for agriculture-specific, confidential support – available 24/7
• National Farmer Mental Health Alliance: Provides counselling services to farmers and their families.
• Ag Talk: A safe, anonymous space for connection and support within the ag and mental health community.
• Canadian Agricultural Safety Association: Funded by the Farm Credit Canada, this hub offers mental health resources across Canada.
  • Includes a province-by-province directory.
  • Free downloadable tools to download and use.
    • 6 Rs of Stress Management
    • Farm Stress Inventory
    • Farm Stress Management Plan
    • And more