The summer season is usually a quieter one for the Manitoba Farmer Wellness Program.
But this year is a different story.
Between drought-like conditions affectting grain and livestock producers, to the ever-looming threat of tariffs, more producers have been accessing the farmer mental-health initiative than in previous summers.
Gerry Friesen says they have met the demand by bringing in additional councillors.
"We did add another councillor earlier this spring. We have chatted with a few more that are prepared to jump in when the need arises. But so far we have an excellent roster of councillors who are able to take on the demand. So we are very appreciative of that."
Producers looking to take that first step and seek help through the Manitoba Farmer Wellness Program can book an appointment online at manitobafarmerwellness.ca
