Farm mental health counseling available for no or low charge

Andrea Johnson
Oct 12, 2021
Oct 12, 2021 Updated Oct 13, 2021

Sean Brotherson, NDSU — Sean Brotherson encourages farmers to slow down, smile, and enjoy each day. Photo by Andrea Johnson, Big Iron 2021.

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Andrea Johnson

WEST FARGO, N.D. – Good farmers and ranchers sometimes need to talk about personal items.

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