Bulletin E3542
Managing Farm Stress Training Toolkit
August 10, 2026 - Carly Sandoval, Misty Oebel, Cheryl Eschbach, Remington Rice - Michigan State University Extension
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EmailThe Managing Farm Stress Training Toolkit is a comprehensive, ready-to-use educational package developed by Michigan State University Extension to help agricultural communities address stress, strengthen well-being, and support behavioral health. The toolkit includes the Weathering the Storm presentation, which helps participants recognize signs of stress and build practical wellness strategies; the Communicating With Farmers presentation, which teaches participants how to recognize warning signs of serious stress and suicide risk, use supportive communication skills, and connect people with resources; and a detailed Facilitator Guide that provides implementation instructions, workshop schedules, presentation tips, and guidance for adapting the materials to local needs. Together, these resources provide universities, Extension systems, agricultural organizations, and community groups with a complete training package for delivering evidence-informed farm stress education and support programs.
