September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Unfortunately, suicide is an issue that is not unfamiliar in rural America. In the U.S., suicide rates among folks living in rural areas are 64 to 68 % higher than those in large urban areas. On this podcast, our CEO Chandler Goule shares his personal story about and explores ways we can combat the stigma surrounding mental health in rural America. Farm Credit Council’s CEO Todd Van Hoose gives an update on the state of the farm credit system and its impact on farmers. We also got an update from U.S. Custom Harvesters Treasurer Mychal Neumiller on how the wheat harvest went this year. If you or a loved one is dealing with depression, anxiety, substance issues, or other mental wellness concerns, don’t hesitate to ask for help. Contact the 988 lifeline by dialing 988 or the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at www.afsp.org or our partner at Rural Minds at ruralminds.org.