Rural America is facing a mental health crisis with higher rates of depression and suicide.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we have been highlighting the stories of rural residents along with resources for the ag community.
Sen. Roger Marshall of Kansas has also been advocating to raise awareness on the matter.
He spoke with RFD-TV’s Tammi Arender about the importance of this month and resources that exist. The senator also touched on the Senate passing of the Big, Beautiful Bill.
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Jeramy Stephens, with National Land Realty, says that despite today’s economic headwinds, farmland remains a resilient asset — and understanding local conditions is key to making sound decisions.
Chad Rezniek with the Colorado AgrAbility Project joined us as part of National Farm Safety and Health Week to discuss the growing need for behavioral health support in rural communities.
Theresa Long and Theresa Pittman joined us on behalf of the AgriSafe Network to discuss the health and social issues impacting families in agriculture.
Raising crops requires hard work and dedication, and the same can be said for raising a child. In Virginia, a group of moms is leading the way in combining nurturing with farming.
Demand for farm loans surged in the first quarter of the year, topping the previous record set in 2016.
“Unfortunately, there is still a stigma around mental health in our rural communities.”
