Kansas Ag Stress Resources
Providing Kansans the resources they need to help cope with ag-related stress.
Your own health is important and should not be overlooked. The Kansas Department of Agriculture, along with partners like Kansas Corn, has gathered mental health resources for everyone in agriculture no matter your age or role on the farm. The stress that comes with being part of a farm or ranch can be overwhelming but no one has to get through it alone. Visit kansasagstress.org for resources to help you or a loved one cope with ag-related stress.
If you are a farmer in crisis, or know of someone in need of immediate assistance, contact your local Kansas Community Mental Health Center or call the National Suicide Prevention Line at 988.
Ag Aware Mental Health Providers
Kansas Corn partners with the Kansas Department of Agriculture to identify “Ag Aware” providers in the state on their Kansas Ag Stress website. “Ag Aware” providers understand the culture of agriculture and can speak effectively with farmers about their unique lifestyle and occupation. Check out the growing list at the Kansas Ag Stress website HERE.
QPR Training: Free for KCGA Members
Times for any farmer can be stressful. However, no farmer is alone. If you, or someone you know, are suffering from stress, resources are available to help.
Learn How You Can Help a Neighbor or Family Member
QPR Training Offered Free to KCGA Members: A new KCGA member benefit aims to help farm families and industry supporters better understand what do if you are around someone who may be experiencing a mental health crisis. The QPR Institute offers training. QPR stands for Question, Persuade, Refer. A free training course is available to KCGA members. Our members have free access to this training, a $29.00 value. Please contact farmerhealth@ksgrains.com for the code and further instructions on accessing the QPR training.
About QPR: “The QPR mission is to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training. The signs of crisis are all around us. We believe that quality education empowers all people, regardless of their background, to make a positive difference in the life of someone they know.” Learn more here.
Resources
We are on the lookout for great resources on stress and mental health. Here are some resources to check out!
Podcasts
Online Resources
- Kansas Ag Stress website
- 7cups.com
- Agrisafe Total Farmer Health
- Crisis Text Line – Text “HOME” to 741741
Video Resources
- Watch this video featuring Kansas farmers talking about farm stress and mental health.