Unrelenting weather takes toll on farmers' mental health

But new research shows the public say farmers cannot be expected to provide food and environmental benefits at the detriment of their mental health

Chris Brayford
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Unrelenting weather takes toll on farmers' mental health

Farmers have battled a barrage of rain, hail and snow as April's erratic weather has continued to pile pressure on farm businesses and farmers' mental health. While some areas have seen some relief...

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