10 Mental Health Hotlines for Farmers

From market fluctuations to pest pressures, farming can sometimes feel like a high-stakes gamble. And for those who live on family farms, the lines between work and home life can blur to the point that it seems like there is never a day off.

The stress farmers and ranchers experience can lead to substance abuse, anxiety, and depression. In fact, a quarter of U.S. farmers have mental health issues.

Farmers don’t have to suffer in silence, though. Fellow farmers and volunteers across the country help each other by offering a listening ear and resources for support through free, confidential hotlines.

If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health emergency, call 911.

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