Resilient Farms and Families

Resilient Farms & Families was created in response to the current state of the agricultural economy, serving as an avenue to brand events, programs, and materials that foster resiliency by connecting the agricultural community with education and resources to thrive in an ever changing world. Resources are aimed at improving the mental, physical, emotional and financial well-being of not only on-farm producers, but also their employees as well as the agri-business community which serves these producers.

If you are an UW-Extension educator and would like the resources provided at Resilient Farms & Families events, please contact Lori Wick at lori.wick@wisc.edu.

Need to Talk?

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

Farm Aid: 1-800-FARM-AID (1-800-327-6243) “Farm Aid works with organizations around the country staffed with farm advocates, counselors and hotline operators that can help you in your time of greatest need. If you need someone to talk to, Joe and other Farm Aid staff answer the hotline Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm Eastern time.”

Crisis Text Line: Text “HOME” to 741741

Paving the Way

Mapping the Future of Your Operation During Low-Margin Years

Managing a complicated agricultural operation can be daunting in the best of the times. During low-margin years, it can be difficult to know where to start a conversation concerning changes to an operation. Answer the questions below and click on the icons to explore possibilities available along 3 paths.