Farm Stress Series: Career Commitment Implications

ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR

Drawing on findings from six research studies, this presentation examines the complex factors shaping farmers’ quality of life and their experiences with personal and occupational stress. By connecting subjective quality of life with leadership competencies, the session offers a powerful framework for understanding what drives long-term career commitment in agriculture. Participants will explore how research-based insights can be translated into practical Penn State Extension strategies that reduce stress, build leadership capacity, and support sustained engagement in farming. These takeaways will equip extension professionals to design programs that strengthen resilience, adaptability, and long-term sustainability across the agricultural workforce.

WHEN

February 2, 2026
(11:00 AM-12:00 PM ET)

Register By: February 2, 2026
This event is free of charge.

Who is this for?

Extension professionals
Farm service providers
Agricultural researchers
What will you learn?

How personal and occupational stressors, leadership capacity, and quality of life interact to influence farmers’ professional sustainability
Key factors that contribute to long-term career commitment in agriculture
Evidence-based strategies extension professionals can use to reduce stress, build resilience, and strengthen farmers’ career commitment
This event is being offered at no charge to participants.

Space is limited.

Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.

A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.

Register By
February 2, 202611:00 AM