Tailgate Time

04/20/2026

04/16/2026

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04/14/2026

🗣️📞We need your help! So many conversations has been taking place regarding mental health support and crisis response teams needed for various states. Tailgate Time has spoken to folks from Arkansas, Iowa, Missouri, Ohio, Maryland, Delaware, Tennessee, and Mississippi just in recent weeks. If you know of a specific resource in any given state serving the agricultural industry for mental health, counseling and crisis response-please list in the comments for our ability to share and connect when appropriate.

04/09/2026

Tailgate time is available for this very reason and for much more beyond this. Please reach out. 870-680-0222

Su***de rates among farmers are higher than the national average, says an expert. But, new research shows that online therapy can help with farmers' mental health. Read more below:

04/08/2026

So thankful for Yellow Gorilla Marketing Agency for donating their space at the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Expo! It was a great turnout and wonderful way to network! We also appreciate the volunteers Hunter Young and Jonathan Bobbitt for being the face of Tailgate Time today!

04/07/2026

So thankful for Farm Progress reaching out for this story and sharing our mission both regionally and nationally.

The new nonprofit is looking to meet farmers where they are in their mental health journey with counseling, resources and an open ear.

03/31/2026

We can’t do this work without businesses, friends, family, and community partners! Thank you greatly Blake!

03/31/2026

Farming isn’t just a job—it’s a calling that asks everything of you. Long days, uncertain weather, rising costs, and the weight of feeding others can feel overwhelming. But what you do matters more than most people will ever fully understand.

Your hard work keeps families fed, communities going, and traditions alive. Even on the toughest days, when the equipment breaks down, the markets shift, or the rain won’t come (or won’t stop), your resilience shows up again and again.

Remember this: you don’t have to carry it all alone. Strong doesn’t mean silent. If you’re feeling worn down, stressed, or just need someone to talk to, reaching out is one of the bravest things you can do.

Take it one day at a time. Celebrate the small wins. Lean on your people. And know that there is a whole community standing behind you, grateful for what you do.

You are seen. You are needed. And what you’re doing matters—every single day.

03/24/2026

On , we recognize the unwavering dedication of American farmers, ranchers, and producers who provide the food and resources that sustain our communities. USDA is committed to putting farmers FIRST by supporting their vital work, always ❤️🇺🇸🧑‍🌾

03/23/2026

So very thankful for Farm Credit Mid-America for their support of Tailgate Time. We can’t do this without your generosity!