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Rural Realities

Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection

Given the ongoing challenges facing the agriculture industry – low prices, uncertain markets, trade uncertainty, and inclement weather - it’s no surprise that farmers and farm families are experiencing more stress. “Rural Realities” focuses on helping farmers tap into their resilient nature by presenting advice from experts that can help reduce stress, improve a farm’s financial situation, implement good farm family communication skills, and more. ***The department is providing this podcast as a public service, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of department policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the department. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by department employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of the department or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact our Department’s General Counsel.

Episodes
Real-Life Farming Struggles: Bestselling Author Michael Perry's Latest Work Draws Upon Stories of Rural LifeDecember 28, 2023
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Tips to Help Farmers Effectively CommunicateNovember 30, 2023
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Ignite Youth in Agriculture with Parker Litterick, Wisconsin State FFA Vice PresidentSeptember 29, 2023
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Simple Tips to Help with Farm Stress & RelationshipsMay 23, 2023
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Farm Life Helped Teen Adapt After TragedyApril 27, 2023
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Cultivating Resiliency & Navigating ChangeMarch 23, 2023
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Tips for Difficult ConversationsFebruary 16, 2023
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Addiction - Signs, Recovery and Hope with Megan Wolf, Dual Diagnosis CounselorJanuary 05, 2023
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"Am I Depressed?"October 14, 2022
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Suicide & Mental Health are Real Problems on the Farm with Sara Kohlbeck Director of the Division of Suicide Prevention at the Medical College of WisconsinSeptember 09, 2022
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Let’s Talk Anxiety & Depression on the FarmMay 25, 2022
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Identify & Reset Unhealthy Default SettingsMarch 11, 2022
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Use a Positive Mindset & Gratitude to Handle Daily Farm StressJanuary 07, 2022
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International Markets Provide Opportunities for Wisconsin Farmers and Agri-BusinessesSeptember 28, 2021
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AgrAbility of Wisconsin Helps Farmers Keep Doing What They LoveSeptember 08, 2021
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Maintaining Farm Viability Through Volatile TimesFebruary 25, 2021
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Healing After Farm Stress Turned to TragedyJanuary 20, 2021
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Farmers Facing the Future After 2020December 21, 2020
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Navigating Marriage on the FarmOctober 19, 2020
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Farm Children: They Experience Stress Too!September 21, 2020
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Finding Fairness in Farm TransitionAugust 17, 2020
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Farm Financials: When to Reach Out for HelpJuly 20, 2020
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Discussing the "Undiscussabull" July 13, 2020
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Navigating Change When the World has ChangedJuly 06, 2020
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Your Brain on StressJune 29, 2020
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