As discontent among farmers grows, the MSA (Mutualité Sociale Agricole) is focusing on creating and developing structures to detect and address their mental health issues. Protests continue against the Mercosur trade agreement, reflecting deeper struggles within the farming profession. A report indicates that suicide rates among farmers are 43% higher than in the general population. The MSA’s Agri’Écoute service, launched in 2014, provides a crucial support line for those in distress, highlighting the significant role of economic instability and social isolation in farmer mental health struggles.

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