Ag News Update

Agricultural news from ag view dotnet. A new report out from the Government Accountability Office states the number of people showing signs of anxiety or depression rose from 11% in 2019 to 38% in 2020. Due to the covid 19 pandemic, over two thirds of mental health care providers say demand for services has increased and has had to cancel or reschedule patient appointments or even turn them away. access to treatment is limited because there are not enough behavioral health specialists, especially in rural areas. The report said well then the American Farm Bureau launching an online directory of resources for producers who are experiencing stress and mental health challenges. They recognize May as Mental Health Month and also it is May.

Governor Laura Kelly has recognized the contributions of farmers and ranchers and feeders make to the state's economy, as he has declared may beef month in Kansas KLA and the Kansas Beef Council will make Kansas residents aware of the hard work producers put in each day to provide high quality beef to consumers within the state and around the world. Members of KLA taking over the associations Facebook page on various days throughout the month to give folks a glimpse into the life on the ranch in a feed yard. Even at the auction market. The KLA and the Kansas Beef Council staff also will be distributing information about positive impacts of the Kansas beef industry, what it has in the environment, local communities and the state's economy. Some of the facts that will be highlighted include how the state ranks nationally in various cattle and beef production categories, as well as how cattle upcycle plant forage into human animal protein and how beef fits into a healthy diet. members also are encouraged to share these messages to help reach as many people as possible.