The Senate unanimously approved U.S. Senators Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) and Michael Bennet’s (D-Colo.), bipartisan resolution designating May 29 as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day."
"From unpredictable weather to volatile markets and trade agreements, the livelihood of Nebraska’s agricultural producers and workforce depend on several factors beyond their control. This uncertainty, paired with extreme stress, leads to higher levels of anxiety and depression. Our resolution recognizes those unique challenges and supports the farmers, ranchers, and workers who perform the essential work of producing high quality food, fuel, and fiber," Fischer said in a release.
Bennet pointed out that unprecedented challenges are taking a toll on the mental health of farmers, ranchers and farm workers. Raising awareness about mental health and continuing to work to expand access to care for Americans is critical.
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