The combination of stress and daily work around powerful machinery in varying and unpredictable situations can lead to accidents. No event or situation by itself is stressful. When you don't know what to expect, or the situation is beyond your control, you're more likely to experience stress. Long-lasting problems that build over time also can lead to chronic stress.
Studies show that some types of farm operators experience more stress than others.
Younger farmers, especially those younger than 50, report more stress than older farmers. Farm women may experience additional stresses. Besides working as a full-time partner in the farm business, many farm women have full responsibility for home and family matters. Once you recognize the symptoms, then you can decide to do something about what causes them. Breakfast is an important meal for farm operators, and breaks for snacks provide a needed relief, too.