Ensuring the health and safety of farmers and farm workers is a top priority at Countrywide Farmers. Our comprehensive guides on safe farming practices cover everything from the proper use of machinery to handling hazardous materials safely. We also address the importance of mental health support in the farming community, providing resources and strategies to manage stress and prevent burnout. With an emphasis on ergonomics in farming, we offer practical tips to reduce physical strain and prevent injuries. Stay informed with our latest articles to create a safer and healthier farming environment.
Would you believe that farmers doing mindfulness for 8 to 20 weeks felt way less stressed? They also felt better in mind and had more self-control. Mindfulness means paying more
Did you know, in 2022, a massive 23.0% of nonmetropolitan adults, around 7.7 million people, faced some mental illness? On top of that, 5.7% had serious thoughts about suicide. This
In 2020, the suicide rate for US farmers, ranchers, and agricultural managers hit a record high. It was 43.7 per 100,000 people, three times the national average. This shocking figure
Did you know male farmers and ranchers in the U.S. had a suicide rate of 43.2 per 100,000 in 2016? This was much more than the 27.4 per 100,000 in
Did you know the U.S. male farmers’ suicide rate was 43.2 per 100,000 in 2016? This figure is much higher than the 27.4 per 100,000 for males in all jobs.
Poor leaders might lead companies to lose seven percent or more of their income. This was shared by The Ken Blanchard Companies. It shows why a supportive farm workplace is
Did you know that opioid use deaths for those in the farming, fishing, and forestry industries are more than five times higher than for the general population of workers? This
In 2016, farmers and ranchers faced a male suicide rate of 43.2 per 100,000. This was higher than the 27.4 per 100,000 male rate across all jobs. Youth farmer mental
More than half of Americans feel anxious about their finances. For farmers, money issues go beyond the balance sheet. Financial stress for them is a fight for survival, worsened by
Did you know 2,000 acres of farming land change use every day? This highlights the need to make farming communities stronger. By 2040, it’s estimated we could lose 18.4 million
Did you know that a meta-analysis by Klingelschmidt et al. (2018) found higher suicide rates in agricultural, forestry, and fishery workers? This data shows the great need for mental health
In 2016, the suicide rate for male farmers and ranchers was 43.2 per 100,000. This was much higher than the 27.4 per 100,000 rate for male workers in all jobs.
Did you know farmers work over 70 hours a week? This is way more than the usual 40 hours. The agricultural industry is demanding, requiring long hours for planting, harvesting,
Did you know that around 82% of farmers and their families view mental health as a big issue? This data was found in a 2019 survey by the American Farm
Did you know that farmers struggle a lot with mental health issues? A 2019 review showed they face high rates of stress and mental illness. This is due to many
The suicide rate among male farmers in the U.S. is a big concern. It was 43.2 per 100,000 in 2016. This is higher than among others, at 27.4 per 100,000.
Did you know that in 2016, male farmers and ranchers had a suicide rate of 43.2 per 100,000? This is higher than the 27.4 per 100,000 of male working-aged adults
Farmers who feel down and very stressed visit the vet more often. This shows how a farmer’s mental health affects the farm. Better mental health means fewer vet visits and
In 2016, the suicide rate was much higher for farmers and ranchers than for most jobs. For every 100,000 men, 43.2 of them in farming took their lives. This alarming
Did you know that in 2016, the male suicide rate for farmers and ranchers was 43.2 per 100,000? This is much higher than the rate for all male working-aged adults,
Is the agricultural sector facing a mental health crisis? One that’s making farms less safe? Farm safety and mental health are closely connected, especially in farming’s tough world. Farmers have
Have you ever thought about the risks on family farms for kids? Farm life offers great chances for children to learn. But, accidents on farms can be more dangerous than
In 2016, the male suicide rate among farmers and ranchers was 43.2 per 100,000. This was higher than the rate for male working-aged adults in general, which stood at 27.4.
Is poor communication putting farmworkers at risk? This is a key question. When I looked into safety communication in farming, I found alarming facts. The CDC says around 100 farmworkers
Imagine the bliss of a farm visit turning into an accident. What steps would you take then? Agritourism merges rural tourism with farm activities and welcomes over 70 million yearly,
Have you ever wondered how much our actions help spread zoonotic diseases? Human activities in areas we live in have increased zoonotic host diversity by 20% (Gibb et al., 2020).
Despite having many ways to prevent farm accidents, they still happen often. So, why is this? One answer is to do farm safety audits. These checks help find and fix
