Introduction to Rural Mental Health

In advance of FarmED’s unique one-day, CPD-accredited Rural Mental Health Course in February, Kate talks to Alex Philmore from the Farming Community Network (FCN) about this issue, why 92% of farmers under 40 believe poor mental health is the biggest hidden problem they face and what you can do to notice the signs and make a difference.
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FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds.
Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development.
The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep.
At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings - one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator.
Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers.
Our Website - www.farm-ed.co.uk