Welcome to the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network-North Carolina (FRSAN-NC)

FRSAN-NC is a program of the North Carolina Agromedicine Institute that connects farmers, fishermen, foresters, farm workers, families, and others living or working in agriculture-related settings with stress assistance programs and resources.

These connections help to improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of our state’s agricultural workforce.

If you or someone you know could benefit from the services below, please call (844) 325-3276 or email agromedicine@farmstress.org.

Programs are supported with funds from the US Department of Agriculture/NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDACS), NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission, NC Farm Credits, Corn Growers Association of NC, and JoCo Grange.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

You are not alone. You, your family, staff and operations matter, and help is available. Please reach out for support.

Dial 988 (Veterans press #1)

NC Farm Helpline

Available 24/7, the Help Line connects individuals experiencing a crisis or in need of other help with resources including mental health, financial, legal, farm safety and health, and more.

844-325-3276

Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network-(FRSAN)

FRSAN-South

FRSAN-South is a network of 13 states and 2 US territories with the goal of expanding collective capacity to serve farmers, ranchers, and agricultural workers across the Southeast.

Western Regional Agricultural Stress Assistance Program (WRASAP)

Funded by a USDA grant, WRASAP supports 13 states and 4 territories, addressing stress from finances, farm pressures, injury, illness, weather, climate change, and COVID-19. WRASAP ensures access to essential resources for you, your family, and colleagues.

Network for Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance in the Northeast

Cultivemos enhances the well-being of Northeast agricultural producers and workers through accessible mental health care and assistance programs. By building an inclusive network, it improves mental health awareness and access in the agricultural community.

North Central Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Center

Funded by a USDA grant, the North Central Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Center represents 12 states, ensuring access to essential resources. The center cultivates rural support and mental health resources to help agriculture workers navigate stress.