Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee
Tuesday, September 22, 2020 | 9:00 – 10:30
Senate Chamber (and Virtual Participation)
Informational meeting regarding mental health awareness in agriculture
Introductions and Opening Remarks:
Senator Elder Vogel, Majority Chair
Senator Judith Schwank, Minority Chair
Panel #1
Cliff Wallace, Lawrence County Farm Bureau
Jessica Peters, Farm Owner/Support Group
Frank Hartley, Farm Owner/Consultant
Panel #2
Ted Matthews, Minnesota Rural Mental Health Director
Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Panel #3
Elise Gurgevich, Penn State Extension
Ginger Fenton, Penn State Extension
Cynthia Pollich, Penn State Extension
Brent Hales, Penn State Extension
Panel #4
Mary Jane McNamee, J.D., Chair
Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association
Kurt Fuchs, MidAtlantic Farm Credit
Questions and Closing Remarks
Adjourn