S1E7: Farmer Mental Health

06/10/2022 36 min Temporada 1 Episodio 7
S1E7: Farmer Mental Health

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Recorded: 8/31/22In this episode, we speak with Ginger Fenton from Mercer County about the emotional roller coaster that is farming. We begin with the basics of what mental health is and how to maintain it. We then venture into the specifics of what makes managing a farm both very challenging and rewarding. Join us to find out more about the resources available for producers seeking to improve their mental health.  Helpful Links and Resources:Stress and Mental HealthMental Health First Aid WebinarMental Health and Stress for Agricultural ProducersSuicide and Crisis Lifeline Number: 988 Agri Stress Helpline: 833-897-2474 Hosts: Joseph Akins and Dwane MillerGuest: Dr. Ginger Fenton, Penn State Extension dairy educator Photo credit: United Soybean BoardSign up for our newsletter, Field Crop News, and follow us on Facebook!