Ag Matters: A Listening Ear for Farmers

According to recent data from the Iowa Concern Hotline, run by Iowa State Extension, most callers are just seeking a listening ear, someone to talk to who understands the stresses of farming. A new resource is available to do just that. It’s called “Farm Dog,” and it is uniquely positioned to listen and offer help to solve a crisis in the ag community. Sarah Heineman is a Farm Dog Advisory Board Member says,

Heineman says she has used the Farm Dog resources herself.

Like your favorite pet, Farm Dog is trustworthy and confidential, but they also offer more.

Farm Dog services are free of charge. They can be reached at ATrustedEar.org.