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Shedding The Stigma Around Mental Health

Over the last number of years, more of an emphasis is being put on agriculture and mental health and shedding the stigma around reaching out for help.
 
The Do More Ag Foundation and Farm Credit Canada have been working together to help support mental health training in rural areas.
 
Adele Stewart, Executive Director for the Do More Ag Foundation, says they are continually gaining feedback and traction on the issue.
 
“You know producers are really ready to not only talk about this, but do something about it to better their own health and support each other.”
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