A Life in Wool

Shearing’s traditionally been all technique and tallies, but a new training programme is encouraging shearers to regard themselves as rural athletes, mentally and physically. Luke …

Exploring the farming life

After three and a half years working for Dairy NZ as a consulting officer for the Manawatu Horowhenua region, Kate Stewart has stepped out to …

Shear Inspiration

Rowland Smith is one of New Zealand’s best known shearers. He’s set world records and won both the NZ Shears and Golden Shears numerous times. …

Gym for farmers

A home-built gym was the start of Kane Brisco’s journey from milking shed to social media influencer.   Kane’s into his seventh year 50/50 share …

Oxman fundraiser for Farmstrong

Entrants into the Oxman triathlon in Canterbury this December are raising funds for rural wellbeing initiative Farmstrong.  The event has another rural theme – it’s …

Getting Fit for Calving

A series of videos designed to help women prepare for calving season is being promoted again this year by Farmstrong. The videos aim is to help …