FarmSafe Podcast
In the blink of an eye a farm injury can change your life. Sharing stories of events, close-calls, and effective safety strategies can help you identify on farm risks and figure out ways to prevent devastating injuries and illnesses. The Great Plains Center for Agricultural Health presents FarmSafe, a podcast dedicated to sharing stories and tips to help make your work on the farm safer and healthier. Original music for the FarmSafe podcast was written and performed by Ben Schmidt. This work was funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as part of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health’s Great Plains Center for Agricultural Health. The content does not necessarily represent the official views of the CDC or NIOSH.
FarmSafe Podcast
Helping Farmers Help Farmers: Building a Mental Health Network
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In this episode, we explore how communities can support farmer mental health through peer-to-peer education and outreach. Jonathan Lawrence of the Iowa Farmers Union Education Foundation shares how a Great Plains Center Community Pilot Grant helped train farmers to recognize signs of stress, have supportive conversations, and connect others with professional mental health resources. The discussion highlights the value of Mental Health First Aid, the importance of building trusted community networks, and how simple acts of support can strengthen the health and resilience of rural communities.
Episode Resources
- Iowa Farmers Union, Education Page
- Mental Health First Aid Training, National Council for Mental Wellbeing
- Mental Health Awareness, GPCAH Topic Page