An Alberta approach to
farm mental health
Whether it’s accessing resources for yourself, or pointing a farmer in the right direction, AgKnow is your partner in the evolving landscape of farm mental health. Our vision is to create a shift in farming culture to one where caring for mental health is a natural part of farm life. We want to increase resiliency in farming communities, de-stigmatize mental health, reduce barriers to services, and stay relevant and current with the issues impacting the agriculture industry in Alberta.
An Alberta approach to
farm mental health
Whether it’s accessing resources for yourself, or pointing a farmer in the right direction, AgKnow is your key partner in the evolving landscape of farm mental health. Our goal is to increase resiliency in farming communities, de-stigmatize mental health through a farm-focused referral network, and stay connected with all stakeholders in the Albertan agriculture industry.
It’s time to change the culture of agriculture
We are creating a network of services that address the real needs of farmers to live their best life, contributing to the local economies and resilient rural communities. We are developing and adapting programs that fit farm culture, engaging with producer networks and working with policymakers to create a sustainable environment where farm families can thrive.
AgKnow’s Video - How Are You, Really?
Working to change the landscape of farm mental health in Alberta
At the core of our initiatives are real people, real challenges, and real opportunities to change the landscape of farm mental health. Along with our mental health referral network and our research collaborators, we are working with farming communities across Alberta and beyond to identify ways to build resilience to ongoing stressors.
+19 FARM-FOCUSED
Farm-focused Mental Health Professionals Joined our network
2 YEARS
of Research planned
4 ACTIVE
Research Projects
ALBERTA WIDE
Network service area
Latest News
Stay informed with our latest updates and tips on farm mental health in the agriculture industry.
READ OUR WHITEPAPER
In April 2022 we released a whitepaper in collaboration with Dr. Rebecca Purc-Stephenson at the University of Alberta. Focusing on recovery-oriented approaches to support Albertan farmers for sustainable futures.