This is the SaskAg Matters Minute – Where we bring together Saskatchewan farmers and mental health professionals to talk openly about the challenges that come with life in agriculture.

Saskatchewan producers and their families can access six free counselling sessions through SaskAg Matters, giving you the support and guidance you need when life on the farm gets tough.

For more information visit SaskAgMatters.ca

Episode 1 – Quick Dick McDick opens up about a conversation he had with his father that ended up saving his life.

Episode 2 – Michelle Pavlov is a registered nurse and rural health researcher. She joins us to talk about “no weakness allowed” on the farm and how that load builds up over time.

Episode 3 – Cynthia Beck talks about how selecting the right mental health professional that you feel comfortable talking to is very similar to finding the right bull to breed your cattle.

Episode 4 – Connie Day talks about a tragic suicide that happened in her family and why it’s so important to reach out and just… breathe.

Episode 5 – Cyle Stewart talks about why it’s important to reach out to a mental health professional especially with the uncertainties farmers are facing this year.

Episode 6 – Alecia Weinheimer talks about taking control of your stress.

Episode 7 – Sharalee Laventure teaches us the acronym TRY.