{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Why Mental Health Conversations Matter More Than Ever in Agriculture | Merle Massie, The Do More Agriculture Foundation","description":"Mental health in agriculture is a conversation that continues to grow in importance and urgency. In this powerful and honest episode, Tracy sits down with Merle Massie, Executive Director of The Do More Agriculture Foundation, to explore the real pressures farmers face today and why mental health support in agriculture is more critical than ever. From personal stories to practical resources, this conversation goes beyond the surface to shed light on the realities many in the industry quietly carry. In This Episode, We Cover: \u2022 Merle\u2019s role at Do More Ag and the organization\u2019s mission to support farmers\u2019 mental health \u2022 Her personal story and what drives her passion for mental health advocacy \u2022 The programs, training, and resources available through Do More Ag \u2022 What\u2019s new and evolving within the organization \u2022 A candid look at how farmers are really doing right now amid ongoing global and industry pressures \u2022 The deeper, often unspoken challenges in agriculture beyond weather and markets \u2022 A powerful and emotional discussion around suicide, including Merle\u2019s personal family experience \u2022 Risk factors, hindsight, and the importance of open conversations \u2022 Frustrations around stigma, awareness, and access to mental health support \u2022 What gives Merle hope and what she\u2019s most excited about moving forward This is more than a conversation. It\u2019s a reminder that mental health matters just as much as physical health on the farm. By sharing stories and insights, Merle and Tracy aim to normalize the conversation, reduce stigma, and encourage those struggling to know they are not alone. If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need to hear it. Together, we can help create a stronger, more supportive agricultural community. Thanks for tuning in, Tracy Brunet Resources &amp;amp; Links \u2022 Do More Ag \u2013 Mental health resources, training, and support for the agriculture community https:\/\/www.domore.ag \u2022 If you or someone you know is struggling, reaching out is a sign of strength. Talk to someone you trust or a mental health professional in your area. The Do More Agriculture Foundation is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in crisis, please call or text 988 or call 911. Check out crisis supports available across Canada here: https:\/\/www.domore.ag\/crisis-contacts ================================= \ud83d\udd0e Related Searches #Mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthadvocate#farmbusinessmanagement &amp;nbsp;#FarmFinance #FarmManagement #SustainableFarming #FarmingTips #FarmBusinessManagement #FarmingSuccess #Agriculture #Farming #Farmer #Ranchers &amp;nbsp;#Agribusiness #WealthManagementForFarmers #FarmFundingSolutions #AgriculturalFinance #FarmingInnovations #FarmFinancialSolutions #FarmTransitionPlanning #FarmSuccessionPlanning #FarmFounders #FarmSuccessors #familyfarm #farmstories #familyfarming #familyfarms #familyfarmadventure #familyfarmers #agloans #agriculturelife #agricultureworldwide #agriculturemachinery #agriculturejobs #farminglife #organicfarming&amp;nbsp; \u26a0\ufe0f Disclaimer: I do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. Do your research.&amp;nbsp; Copyright Notice: This video and my YouTube channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of The Impact Farming Show: Produced by Farm Marketer. You are authorized to share the video link and channel and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to my YouTube channel is provided.&amp;nbsp; \u00a9 The Impact Farming Show: Produced by Farm Marketer ","author_name":"Impact Farming","author_url":"http:\/\/impactfarming.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40521220\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/199803360"}