Generations of farmers know tough seasons happen.

Farmers face a lot of uncertainty: markets shift, weather is unpredictable, and equipment breaks down. When the tough days turn into tough seasons, stress can build up over time. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, talking to someone can help. Tough seasons are easier when we face them together.  

Local and Regional Support

Mental Health Minnesota Community Resources
Search by county to find resources in your area.

Minnesota Agricultural Mental Health Specialists
Monica: 218-280-7785
Jennifer: 218-820-6626
Tracie: 507-514-7057
Rural mental health specialists available to help farmers, farm families, and agriculture-connected workers. There is no cost and no paperwork needed.

Minnesota Farm Advocates
Farm Advocates offer free, one-on-one assistance to Minnesota farmers dealing with crises caused by natural disasters or financial problems. They are trained in farm programs, lending, mediation, disaster programs, and crisis support.

CredibleMind - Human Services of Faribault & Martin Counties
CredibleMind - Southwest Health & Human Services
CredibleMind - Minnesota Prairie County Alliance
CredibleMind is a free digital platform that helps people with their mental health and well-being. The platform offers various resources such as articles, videos, podcasts, self-assessments on well-being, and localized community resources.

Talk to Someone Right Now

Minnesota Farm & Rural Helpline
Phone: 833-600-2670
Text: FARMSTRESS to 898211
Calls are free and confidential. If you or someone you know is experiencing stress, depression, or anxiety, trained counselors are available to talk, 24/7. They can also connect you with financial, legal, and business resources.

Minnesota Warmline (Peer Support and Connection)
Phone: 1-855-927-6546
Text: "Support" to 85511
Available every day from 9am - 5pm. Peer support staff are ready to listen, provide support, and help connect you with resources.

988 Lifeline
Phone or Text: 988
Online Chat: https://988lifeline.org/
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, or just need someone to talk to? You can call 988. Available 24/7. Free and confidential.

Crisis Text Line
Text: MN to 741741
Need to vent? Trained crisis counselors are ready to listen and support you. Available 24/7. Free and confidential.

Mobile Crisis Teams
Crisis team counselors are available in every MN county for short-term, in-person services during a crisis or emergency. Counselors generally arrive within 2 hours in private vehicles.

Farm Assistance & Resources

211 Resource Helpline
Phone: 651-291-0211
Toll Free: 800-543-7709
Text your zip code to 898-211
Free, confidential information about health and human services resources. Available 24/7.

Farmer-Lender Mediation
University of Minnesota Extension program for farmers who want help negotiating with a creditor or lender.

Minnesota Department of Agriculture Financial Assistance Programs
Phone: 651-201-6004
Toll Free: 800-366-8927
The Minnesota Rural Finance Authority works with local lenders a variety of low-interest loan options for farmers.

Farmers Legal Action Group
Phone: 651-223-5400
Farmer Hotline: 877-860-4349
Non-profit law center that helps family farmers and their rural communities

Coping with Farm & Rural Stress in Minnesota
Resources from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.

Education & Training

COMET (Changing our mental and emotional trajectory) Training
COMET is a free training program that helps people feel more confident starting safe, supportive conversations about mental health. It teaches a simple seven‑question approach so anyone can check in with others and offer support before a crisis happens.

TransFARMation Podcast
Podcast series from Red River Farm Network focused on increasing awareness and reducing stigma about farm stress and mental health.