Information on the Farmer Wellness Program: https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/AgDevelopment/FarmerMentalHealthWellness.aspx

Joanna Guza talked with Karen Endres, Farmer Wellness Program Coordinator with the Wisconsin Farm Center through DATCP about farmer wellness, what to expect if you call the hotline, how to identify and address someone struggling with mental health and the future of farmer wellness.  If you are feeling suicidal, call 9-8-8 ​immediately. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or just need a welcoming ear to talk to, please call the 24/7 Wisconsin Farmer Wellness Helpline at (888) 901-2558.  More about the Farmer Wellness Program.

Joanna interviewed Halei Heinzel, the 77th Alice in Dairyland, immediately following the announcement. You will be hearing more from Halei and her adventures as Alice!

Joanna connected with Mike North, president of the producer division at Ever.Ag about how the avian influenza detected in dairy cattle situation is impacting the dairy markets. 

Kiley Pagel from Kewaunee, Wisconsin is running the 77th Alice in Dairyland! Learn about her agriculture background, unique aspects she'll bring to the program and future career goals.  Learn more about the Alice in Dairyland program here: https://www.aliceindairyland.com/

Jenna Britenfelgt and Alex Crockford of NCTC share how they are focusing on future careers in agriculture, involvement of farms and ag business in the community and the dynamic of students is changing.