A study from the University of Guelph in 2016 found farmers are among the most vulnerable groups when it comes to mental health, reporting higher levels of stress, depression, emotional exhaustion, and burnout than the general population. The same study found that 40 percent of agricultural producers would feel uneasy getting professional help due to the stigma that exists around the issue.

The Do More Ag Foundation focuses on mental health in agriculture across Canada. They are committed to providing help and resources for those in the agriculture sector. This website is a good resource when discussing mental health support in agriculture.

The following resource contains the external assets (or resources) to accompany the Sask DLC Field Crop Production B10 / B20 / B30 courses. Please note that this is not the content of the course, but the external assets used to support and deliver it. 

SaskAgMatters is a local support network that provides mental wellness resources to those in the agriculture community. This link is for their main website. It also includes several additional mental health resources available in Saskatchewan. This resource works well when discussing specific mental health supports available for those in agriculture.

The stigma that exists surrounding mental illness still prevents individuals from speaking openly about their struggles and seeking support when they need it. Learn about the key elements of both internal and external stigma and how speaking openly can help break the cycle.