Farm Stress News and Articles

New MSU Extension farm stress training toolkit expands resources for Michigan and beyond

Published on July 29, 2026
MSU Extension has launched two updated presentations for agricultural professionals focused on farm stress management and effective communication with farmers.
'It changed my life': Urban farmer finds stability through counseling support

Published on July 21, 2026
Chris Huntoon operates a microgreens farm in downtown Grand Rapids where constant demands and financial strain eventually took a toll.
Starting therapy

Published on June 9, 2026
A beginner’s guide to talk therapy.
Counseling services for Michigan agricultural workers resume with federal support

Published on April 28, 2026
Counseling services for Michigan’s agricultural community have been restored following a lapse in funding that left many without support.
Michigan to host national conference on disability in agriculture

Published on January 15, 2026
The AgrAbility project’s annual National Training Workshop is coming to Traverse City, Michigan, March 16-19, 2026.
Southeast Michigan vegetable and field crop grower winter meeting to be held February 4, 2026

Published on December 19, 2025
This year’s event will feature a general session in the morning and breakout vegetable and field crop sessions in the afternoon.
Waking up from autopilot: How to be more mindfully aware of thoughts

Published on December 18, 2025
Increasing mindful awareness of our thoughts can help identify patterns of negative thinking and increase self-compassion.
Building mindful body awareness: From the inside out

Published on December 12, 2025
Building mindful body awareness can increase self-compassion and well-being from the inside out!
Tips for building your own mindfulness practice

Published on December 12, 2025
Learn how to incorporate mindfulness concepts and practices into your daily routine to improve your overall health and well-being.
New MSU Extension film highlights farmer stress and mental health resources

Published on September 5, 2025
Michigan farmers share powerful stories of resilience and hope in MSU Extension’s new short documentary, Weathering Together, which premiered on September 10, World Suicide Prevention Day.