Mental Health in Agriculture
Dear farmer, your life matters more than your balance sheet
You are more important than your work. Your life matters more than your balance sheet. And your legacy won’t be determined by your ability to keep your multi-generational farm or ranch, but by the lives you touch. I understand you likely think you were created as a farmer, but you were created as a human…
Read MoreEggs, Angus, & healthy animal proteins: Episode 136
With the rise of Avian flu, should consumers take caution when buying eggs? What do dietitians need to know about the safety of animal proteins? And why are egg prices so high?
Read MoreScience connecting dietitians & agriculture: Episode 135
Dietitians and agriculture professionals share more science than they realize. Michele Payn and Amy Hayes discuss sustainable farming, food misinformation, farmer mental health, and how to communicate science that builds – not breaks – consumer trust.
Read MoreWhat the Washington Post got wrong about dietitians: Episode 127
When dietitians are offered a seat at the table of commodity boards, food brands, and non-profit associations, there are benefits for all involved – including the consumer. But what’s the emotional price tag the RDN must pay when partnerships are erroneously scrutinized for all the world to see? Is the discussion more nuanced than recent articles would you to believe?
Read MoreBack to school with agriculture & nutrition: Episode 112
As misinformation can spread early in life, and it’s essential to keep an open door to help children learn about farming and nutrition. Katie Pratt and Amanda Radke creates a safe space for elementary and junior high school students to learn more about where their food comes from.
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