August 4, 2021

Producers in Canada experience higher rates of mental illness than almost any other industry. Farmers lack access to agriculture specific mental health support and have been proven more likely to get help from someone who understands the uniqueness of our industry (Farm Management Canada).

This is why we are working to raise funds to bring a free, 24/7, fully integrated, bilingual, support and crisis care line for Canadian Farmers. To date, no other initiative has come forward to fulfill said recommendations so robustly.

AgTalk will provide consistent, accessible, and agriculture specific support to farmers. More than just a crisis or support line, AgTalk will never leave a farmer not knowing what else is available to them for support at the end of their call. Whether that be being connected with a local resource from their community immediately, or having an appointment booked - producers will have comfort in knowing exactly what follow up is there for them, and when it is going to happen.

HOW TO HELP

AgTalk, is a program that has been under work for over 2 years and through dedication and hard work we are excited to continue to move this forward. We are excited to announce that all donations made through Maple ReLeaf Program will go directly to AgTalk.

HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:

• Plant your support by donating through Maple ReLeaf and getting your custom maple leaf. Click here for more details.

• Share the news! Help us get the word out by sharing on social media.

• Tell us about your story! Are you a farmer with experience calling a crisis line? We want to hear from you. Reach out to us at community@domore.ag.