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Avoid, Adapt, Alter, Accept: Stress Management Tools for Farm Families
Avoid, Adapt, Alter, Accept: Stress Management Tools for Farm Families

The only certainty during spring planting is uncertainty. Farmers face many challenges: too much rain, too little rain, long hours, crop diseases and pests, machinery breakdowns.

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At-Home Animal Slaughter Involves Risk, Challenges
At-Home Animal Slaughter Involves Risk, Challenges

Supply chain and distribution challenges are leaving producers with animals ready for market but no place to go. As some consider butchering at-home, experts remind this practice comes with risks and responsibilities.

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