Episode 352: Taylor Sewell
Jun 11, 2025
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Summary:
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, Lori Taylor, Host of the show, and Taylor Sewell, Co-Founder of the Mind Your Melon Foundation, discusses the critical importance of mental health in the agricultural community. The conversation highlights the foundation’s efforts to destigmatize mental health discussions among farmers, share survey findings on farmer wellbeing, and outline future initiatives aimed at providing resources and support. Taylor emphasizes the resilience of farmers and the need for community support, innovative training methods, and proactive mental health strategies.
Takeaways:
- Mind Your Melon Foundation started in 2018 after Hurricane Michael.
- The farmer suicide rate is significantly higher than the general population.
- The foundation aims to provide evidence-based support for farmers’ mental health.
- Recent surveys showed moderate stress levels among Florida farmers.
- Community support is crucial for the foundation’s success.
- Innovative training methods, like virtual reality, are being developed.
- The foundation seeks to be a thought leader in farmer mental wellbeing.
- Future initiatives include a resource page for farmers and ranchers.
- The importance of checking in on loved ones and oneself is emphasized.
- The foundation is committed to proactive mental health strategies.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Mind Your Melon Foundation
02:06 The Importance of Mental Health in Agriculture
05:49 Survey Insights and Findings
10:00 Community Support and Fundraising Efforts
13:47 Future Initiatives and Innovations
19:57 Conclusion and Call to Action
Resources:
Website: Mind Your Melon – Growing Healthy Minds with Healthy Choices
Facebook: Mind Ur Melon
Instagram: Mind Your Melon Foundation (@mindurmelon) • Instagram photos and videos
