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Working women, the backbone of family farms
Published on June 23, 2020
The role of women in farming continues to evolve. The added stress of working off the farm while balancing traditional responsibilities can be difficult to manage. -
Monitoring our mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic
Published on June 23, 2020
COVID-19, the infectious disease caused by the novel coronavirus, is impacting mental health. -
Building a diabetes support team
Published on May 26, 2020
Building a healthy support system when living with diabetes. -
Farmers facing isolation – stay connected, it’s good for you
Published on May 1, 2020
The inherent nature of the agricultural occupation is independent. Isolation is often linked to impacts on mental health and loss of life by suicide. -
Financial steps to take if you lost income due to covid-19
Published on April 24, 2020
Examine your expenses, savings and find help available to you. -
MSU Extension Farm Stress Program partners to connect farmers with mental health services
Published on April 14, 2020
Farmers can now access counseling with licensed therapists via teletherapy. -
Clean, sanitize and disinfect
Published on April 2, 2020
Understand the difference between clean, sanitize and disinfect and the best situation to use each method. -
Supporting volunteers through no face-to-face contact
Published on April 2, 2020
There are several ways volunteer managers can support volunteers while not having face-to-face contact. -
STEAM ideas without technology
Published on March 23, 2020
There are several ways to incorporate science, technology, engineering, art or math (STEAM) into your family’s day without turning to technology. -
Managing stress and anxiety during the novel coronavirus pandemic
Published on March 18, 2020
You and your family may be feeling more stressed or anxious than usual. This is normal. Learn strategies to identify and manage stress and anxiety in you and your children.