Farmer Appreciation Event

A special day dedicated to honoring our local farmers, filled with community spirit, education, and celebration. On October 12, 2024, starting at 11:30 AM, MCW Central Wisconsin Psychiatry Program will host an engaging event at The Milk Haus Miltrim Farms, located at 115315 W Townline Road, Athens, WI 54411, featuring a farm tour, a cutting-edge drone demonstration, a complimentary lunch, and an inspiring talk by Jeff “Ditz” Ditzenberger.

The event aims to bring together community farmers to raise awareness about mental health, provide opportunities for connection and sharing, enjoy a great meal, and learn about wellness in farming. Ben Diedrich, event organizer, reflects, “Growing up on a dairy farm instilled in me the strong morals and values I still hold today. I wanted to raise awareness about a challenging issue that deeply affects farmers, their families, and communities.” The event will feature Jeff “Ditz” Ditzenberger, a respected member of the agricultural community, Navy Veteran, and former corn and soybean farmer. Jeff will discuss personal wellness and the importance of mental health among farmers. As the founder of Talking, Understanding, Growing, Supporting (T.U.G.S.), Jeff has been a driving force in promoting mental wellness and peer support within the agricultural sector. This event would not be possible without the generous support of our contributors: Miltrim Farms, MM Ag Drone Services, Weston Psychiatric, WiNC GME Consortium, and MCW Central Wisconsin Psychiatry Program. Their commitment to our farming community and mental wellness is invaluable. Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow farmers, gain valuable insights, and celebrate our vibrant farming community. To register for this event click here

The MCW Central Wisconsin Psychiatry Program is addressing the shortage of psychiatrists in Central Wisconsin by collaborating with local hospitals and organizations to improve access to mental health services. Through targeted training, recruitment, and community partnerships, the program aims to ensure residents receive high-quality psychiatric education. For more information, visit us online at: Central Wisconsin Residency Program | Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine or via email at: CENWISPsychiatry@mcw.edu. The Wisconsin Northern & Central (WiNC) Graduate Medical Education (GME) Consortium was formed to address the need for additional graduate medical education resources for the northernmost thirty-seven counties in Wisconsin. For more information on WiNC, visit us online at https://www.wincgme.org or call 715-432-0908.