Farm & Ranch
To help farmers and ranchers in coping with the stress and demands that are unique to their industry, Wyoming 211 has partnered with the Wyoming Department of Agriculture and the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network to provide information and referral to resources and services that may assist farmers and ranchers in need of support or assistance. Wyoming 211 is able to provide patience, compassion, information to make them aware of all the tools available to them.
Support Services
Looking for guidance and support you need to start or grow your farm, ranch or other form of agribusiness, for innovative ideas on how to partner with leaders in the state with your agriculture production, or needing to freshen up on your education? Locate resources for all this and more.
| Resource Name | Website |
|---|---|
| Wyoming Agriculture Jobs | Learn More |
| Wyoming L.E.A.D. | Learn More |
| Wyoming Hunger Initiative - Food From the Farm + Ranch | Learn More |
| Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation | Learn More |
| Farm Service Agency | Learn More |
| Industry Resources | Learn More |
| Local Food Directories | Learn More |
| Environmental Stewardship Program | Learn More |
| Wyoming Livestock Roundup | Learn More |
| Farm Aid | Learn More |
| Wyoming Rural Electric Association | Learn More |
| U.S. Drought Monitor | Learn More |
Education
Discover education opportunities available to farmers and ranchers to help them find the resources they need to access new markets, transition to more sustainable and profitable farming practices, and survive natural disasters.
| Resource Name | Website |
|---|---|
| Wyoming Stock Growers Association Scholarships & Internships | Learn More |
| UW College of Agricultural & Natural Resources | Learn More |
| CSU College of Agricultural Sciences | Learn More |
| LCCC Agriculture & Equine Program | Learn More |
| 5 tips to keeping your animals cool and control heat stress | Learn More |
| Tips for Wintering Cattle | Learn More |
| H-2A Visa for Temporary Agricultural Workers | Learn More |
| UW Agricultural Publications | Learn More |
| Wyoming Agriculture Magazine | Learn More |
| Wyoming Department of Agriculture - Farm to School Resource Guide | Learn More |
| Wyoming Agricultural Worker Rights | Learn More |
| Barnyards & Backyards: Rural Living in Wyoming | Learn More |
Financial Support
Whether you are a new farmer just getting started or a seasoned rancher in business for decades, these programs can assist in getting the support you need to be successful. Locate programs which provide financial and technical assistance to agricultural producers, including loans, grants, and more.
| Resource Name | Website |
|---|---|
| Wyoming Centennial Farm & Ranch Program | Learn More |
| Wyoming Business Council - Expand | Learn More |
| Wyoming Stock Growers Endowment Trust | Learn More |
| Migrant Farmworkers Assistance Fund | Learn More |
| F.L.A.G. Disaster/Risk Management | Learn More |
| FSA Administered Loan Programs | Learn More |
| Drought Assistance Programs | Learn More |
| Farm Credit Services of America Grants | Learn More |
| Wyoming Rural Development State Office | Learn More |
| List of Agricultural Funding in Wyoming | Learn More |
| Find Government Benefits and Financial Help | Learn More |
| SARE Grants | Learn More |
Mental Health
Mental health is vital to the overall health and wellness of our agriculture community. Mental health and physical health are dependent on one another. Thus, productivity in agriculture requires a sound mind and body. When one or both are working properly, agriculture production and the work you do suffers. Services are available to assist farmers and ranchers with coping with the stresses and demands of their industries. Learn about services such as telehealth, self-care, and signs & symptoms to be aware of.
| Resource Name | Website |
|---|---|
| National Suicide Prevention Hotline | Learn More |
| Wyoming Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services | Learn More |
| Wyoming Office of Rural Health | Learn More |
| Stress Management Tips for Farmers and Ranchers | Learn More |
| Stress Management on the Farm | Learn More |
| Opioid Misuse in Rural America | Learn More |
| When Do You Need To See a Counselor? | Learn More |
| Stronger Together | Learn More |
| Man Therapy - Resources for Men | Learn More |
| Total Farmer Health Program | Learn More |
| AgWell Support Systems | Learn More |
| National Agricultural Law Center - Mental Health Resources & Hotlines | Learn More |
| Rural Information Hub | Learn More |
| Rural Minds - Mental Health Information & Resources | Learn More |
| Wyoming Telehealth Network | Learn More |
Advocacy & Mediation
When state and government decisions have potentially serious impacts to the work farmers and ranchers are doing, mediation and advocacy are ways that you can have your voice heard and to get assistance in settling disputes. Mediation and advocacy are proven methods that results in positive outcomes and successes for the agriculture industry.
| Resource Name | Website |
|---|---|
| Wyoming Agriculture & Natural Resource Mediation Program | Learn More |
| Rocky Mountain Farmers Union | Learn More |
| Young Producers Assembly | Learn More |
| Wyoming Right-To-Farm Statues | Learn More |
| FarmWorker Justice | Learn More |
| Wyoming Child Labor in Agriculture & Farming | Learn More |
| Wyoming Agricultural Lawyers | Learn More |