New helpline will be a confidential outlet for farmers and rural dwellers

STRESSED out, depressed and lonely farmers will have an outlet for their grief with the opening today of a new confidential helpline.

Rural dwellers in Cork and Kerry will be able to avail of the free service, which is staffed by professionals.

Aimed at people who may be feeling down, suffering from stress or depression, or those who are concerned about family or other issues, the helpline has been welcomed by junior Agriculture Minister John Browne.