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Kick off your boots and stay a while
Published on November 17, 2020
Farming doesn’t stop at 5:00 p.m., but not being able to separate your work and personal life can increase stress and lead to physical and mental health issues. Taking time for yourself is crucial. -
Thinking about retirement and your legacy of the land
Published on October 20, 2020
Farming is a committed lifestyle that can be difficult to transition away from. -
MSU Extension receives MDARD funding for two-year farm stress efforts
Published on October 14, 2020
The two-year, $500,000 partner-funded Legacy of the Land project aims to reduce farm losses and aid farmers with their mental health across the state. -
Transitioning the farm: quick guide
Published on October 14, 2020
This article is a quick guide to the tools you need for your successful farm business transition. -
Michigan agricultural safety grants
Published on August 4, 2020
Financial assistance now available to help mitigate COVID-19 costs for farmers and processors. -
Farm stress topic of July 2 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast
Published on June 24, 2020
Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on July 2 as Eric Karbowski discusses farm stress. -
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. -
Online farm stress training is free and open to the public
Published on June 22, 2020
Online course will better equip farmers, their families and the agricultural community with tools and resources to help in stressful times. -
Improving labor efficiency on farms
Published on June 8, 2020
To sustainably achieve improved labor efficiency, begin with changes in leadership by farm owners. -
MSU Extension offers free farm stress webinars
Published on May 21, 2020
Learn about how stress affects farm families from the comfort of your home.
