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Dealing with stress? Help is available

Dry conditions, wildfires and flooding have teamed up to make 2023 a hard year for some Alberta producers. Many are facing tough decisions and that makes this difficult year even more stressful and challenging.

It’s important to realize no matter our situation, support and understanding is available. There is incredible generosity and support in the agriculture industry and rural communities. Let’s be willing to ask for help when we need it, knowing there are great people around us.

Support for mental health and stress management is increasing in agriculture. While there is opportunity for further progress, there has been an increased focus on producers’ mental health, amazing advocacy from our communities, along with new and added resources for producers in recent years.

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Farm Dog of the Year: 2026

Video: Farm Dog of the Year: 2026

Farm dogs are more than workers, they’re family. Meet 2026 Farm Dog of the Year, Max. This Border Collie is invaluable to his owner John, who is disabled and uses a mobility scooter. Without Max, John's life on the farm would look much different. Together, they make things work.

The American Farm Bureau Federation is an independent, non-governmental, voluntary organization, comprised of and directed by farm and ranch families who engage in all types of food, fuel and fiber production.