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Involvement in decision-making on farm associated with higher mental wellbeing for women, new research finds

Women in farming reported lower average mental wellbeing scores than the national population, but those feeling valued and involved with decision making report less loneliness

Mia Willemsen
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Involvement in decision-making on farm associated with higher mental wellbeing for women, new research finds

Women in farming who feel valued and supported and are involved in decision-making on the farm report higher mental wellbeing and lower levels of loneliness, according to new research. The new...

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