To address high suicide rates in the ag field, Washington State University Extension is supporting the mental health of thousands of agricultural workers statewide through services, programming, and one-on-one financial counseling.
As of July 16, anyone can call or text the number 9-8-8, if they or someone they know shows signs of crisis, especially suicide. WSU Extension has several suicide prevention programs aimed at saving lives across Washington.
WSU Extension will lead a 13-state farmer suicide prevention program thanks to a $7 million USDA-NIFA grant.
When I was a kid, Jimmy Carter was in the White House. His wife, Rosalynn, was quite an active First Lady. She sat in on official meetings held by her husband and was said to be one of his closest advisors. Many First Ladies have used their position to promote a cause. One of the […]