At home with Sam Whitelock – Eating well

Sam Whitelock shares great advice on eating well. Find out what works for you and lock it in.

Eat well, farm better

Eating well gives your body the energy and nutrients it needs to perform at its best. That’s why a nutritious diet and regular meals are…

Apple crumble porridge

Warming porridge, with the flavours and crunch of apple crumble, is a great start to the day. Thanks to the fibre in rolled oats, the…

Slow cooked mexican beef mince

This Mexican Beef Mince is so versatile – load it onto nacho chips or baked kumara with sour cream and spring onions, top with creamy…

Lunchtime pie

Despite its name, this pie is delicious served at any time of the day. Make a double batch and freeze individual slices – take them…

Chicken tagine

This warming, spiced chicken casserole is sweetened with dried fruits to create a delicious yet easy meal. Serve with couscous, mashed potato, rice or turmeric…

Energy brownie

These chocolate brownies make for a delicious sweet treat, while the secret ingredient of black beans provides extra fibre and plant protein. Don’t tell anyone…

Tips to help you get through the busy season

Calving season is a very demanding time for farming women. Here are a few tips from Farmstrong on how to get through. Put the right…

Free meals for workers reaps rewards

When North Canterbury Ag & Silage started providing free meals for its workers, the benefits were massive. During the silage season, which runs from mid-October…