Ulster Farmers' Union President Ian Marshall says he is delighted almost £7000 was raised for Rural Support, his chosen charity for his term as President.
UFU members, staff and its group offices were involved in the fundraising drive.
"I would like to thank everyone involved for their kind donations and for showing their support to a charity that helps the rural community in so many different ways," said Mr Marshall.
Rural Support is an industry-driven charity, formed back in 2002 to help deal with financial and emotional fallout from the foot and mouth epidemic.
Since then it has been providing help and support to farmers and rural dwellers through a confidential helpline and signposting service.
It has a team of trained volunteers who listen and assist with issues such as financial problems, physical and mental health, emotional distress, succession and red tape.
"This is an organisation available seven days a week and the support they provide to the industry is invaluable," said Mr Marshall.
Rural Support chief executive, Jude McCann, added: "We are extremely grateful to the UFU for their continued support.
"As a small independent charity all donations are welcome and they help ensure the continued work of Rural Support.
"In the current economic climate we would encourage any farm family experiencing difficulties to contact our helpline and avail of our free financial mentoring service.
"We are acutely aware of the mounting pressures on farming families. Our key message is that ‘it’s OK to ask for help’," said Mr McCann.
