An upcoming webinar from Penn State Extension will focus on helping rural communities recognize and respond to mental health challenges facing farmers and their families. The free online program, “Communicating With Farmers Under Stress,” is scheduled for June 9 and is designed for agriculture professionals, lenders, family members, and community members who regularly interact with producers. Organizers say the session will provide practical tools for identifying stress, anxiety, and suicide warning signs while teaching participants how to approach difficult conversations and connect farmers with support resources. The webinar comes at a time when many producers continue to face economic pressure from low commodity prices, rising input costs, and weather-related uncertainty. Participants will learn how to recognize mental health changes, assist struggling farmers, and access local, state, and national support services. Organizers hope the training will strengthen rural support networks and encourage more conversations about mental health in agriculture.
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