Farm Stress

North Dakota farmers and ranchers are a vital link in our nation’s food supply system.

That vital link comes with a stressful responsibility and gamble: low commodity prices, weather, crop disease, financial worries and regulations all take its toll.

If your friend, relative or neighbor is beginning to show signs, such as loss of focus/motivation, abnormal anger or alcohol abuse, you can help. NDFU has a responsibility to protect North Dakota farmers and ranchers in good times and bad. The following resources can help:

WHERE TO GET HELP:

• If it’s an emergency, call 9-1-1
• For FirstLink Help Line, call 2-1-1
• National Suicide Prevention Hotline (available 24 hours/day), 1-800-273-8255
• FARM-AID to talk to someone who understands agricultural life, 1-800-327-6243
• NDSU Extension offers resources for dealing with farm/ranch stress
• Alcoholics Anonymous
• Take a quick mental health screening. CLICK HERE!