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TALKMORE. ASKMORE. LISTENMORE.

We envision a culture in Agriculture where all are encouraged, empowered and supported to take care of their mental well being.

The Do More Agriculture Foundation is the national voice and champion for mental health in Canadian agriculture and is changing the culture of agriculture to one where all are encouraged, supported, and empowered to take care of their mental wellbeing. Those working in the agriculture industry are among the most vulnerable when it comes to mental health issues. By collaborating with the entire industry and those working to address the state of mental health in Agriculture, we can and will make a substantial impact.

How can you Do More? Sometimes it's as easy as being able to Talk More, Ask More and Listen More.

WHY DOES DO MORE AG EXIST?

40% of producers across Canada reported that they would feel uneasy about seeking professional help due to what people may think.*

4x

Farmers are 4 times more likely to use firearms to die by suicide than the general population.

58%

58% percent of producers met the criteria for Anxiety classification**

75%

75% of farmers have mid to high stress levels.

 

*Results from the National Survey of Farmer Mental Health, conducted by Dr. Andria Jones-Bitton at the University of Guelph
*Source: Healthy Farms Exploring the Connection between Mental Health and Farm Business Management Medicine, 57(9),
Booth et al., 2000.

" WHEN IT COMES TO FARMING, I FEEL LIKE I AM DIGGING MY OWN GRAVE TO FOLLOW MY DREAMS

SK Producer

HELP US CHANGE LIVES.

Become a Do More Ag partner.

We are changing the culture in agriculture; we are putting our people first.

As a 2023 partner of the Do More Agriculture Foundation, you are supporting initiatives to raise awareness about mental health and break the stigma, as well as providing both a community and resources for those in the industry and families affected.