New survey seeks to fill 'knowledge gap' in rural women's wellbeing (opens original article in a new tab)

A new survey in New Zealand seeks to understand the unique health and wellbeing challenges faced by rural and farming women, addressing a knowledge gap in academic research.

• New Zealand rural and farming women face unique challenges in health and wellbeing compared to urban and male counterparts
• Researchers from Lincoln and Massey Universities launched an online survey to address a knowledge gap about rural women's wellbeing needs
• The survey aims to understand the impacts of balancing farming, household, and community roles on rural women's mental health and support systems