Assistance Programs for Nebraska Producers Recovering from Wildfires, Drought
March 1, 2024
For producers affected by the recent wildfires in central Nebraska, and drought impacts across the state, there are numerous organizations that offer assistance, from hay and forage for livestock to help with planting crops.
You CAN Stress-Less: Tips and Strategies for Success
April 1, 2022
This free Center for Agricultural Profitability webinar provides strategies for dealing with the stress of farming or ranching in today’s difficult economic environment.
Extension Offering Free Suicide Prevention Training
March 9, 2022
This free online training by Nebraska Extension will teach participants how to recognize and respond to potential signs of crisis and suicidal behavior.
Training for Ag Professionals on Crisis, Suicidal Behavior
October 29, 2020
Nebraska Extension and the Panhandle Public Health District will be offering an online “Question. Persuade. Refer.” training. This 90-minute training will be held online, via Zoom on Nov. 12 at 11 a.m. CT (10 a.m. MT).
#socialdistancing: Create Physical Distance but Stay in Touch
April 9, 2020
The truth is for many farmers and ranchers the physical act of social distancing may not be as big of a challenge as it is for our urban counterparts. Yes, it may be easier to stay six feet from the nearest person but that doesn’t mean that farmers and ranchers aren’t having to cope with uncertainty.
The Challenge of Rural Stress
August 16, 2019
Stress has become a fact of life for farm families. This summer there's added stress in Scotts Bluff (Nebr) and Goshen (Wyo) counties as growers face losing their irrigation resource. Resources are available to help farm families address problems caused by stress.
Raising Awareness of Farm Stress
August 7, 2019
This year has been fraught with challenges for farmers and agribusiness throughout the state, leading to increased stress. This article lists a number of tools and free resources available across the state to help individuals cope with stress.
'Nebraska Strong' Counseling Program Launched
June 14, 2019
Mental health professionals and psychological first aid experts from the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center are addressing flood-related mental health needs through the recently-launched Nebraska Strong Recovery Project.