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Farmers' Mental Health Reaches Crisis Point Amid Govt Policy Changes

BBC

The mental health of farmers has plummeted to an all-time low due to recent government changes in subsidies and tax policies. Farmer Dan Willis, owner of Rookery Farms, reveals that the autumn budget changes will result in a £35,000 loss for his business this year, exacerbating the rural mental health crisis and sparking concerns over agricultural industry well-being and farm stress management. As the farming community struggles to cope, many are calling for increased support and resources to address this critical issue.