Tough times for beekeepers

With the Apiculture conference happening this week in Rotorua, it was a good time to talk about beekeeping. Ricki Leahy, commercial beekeeper and ApiNZ board …

Farmers on being Farmstrong

Farmers talk about why it is important to look after your personal wellbeing. When you look after yourself then you can are better equipped to …

Giving back is gold

Giving back is gold Looking beyond the farm gate and getting involved with the local community has brought fresh energy and a ton of satisfaction …

Farmers on stress and how they cope with it

Three farming couples discuss how they recognise the warning signs of stress and manage it, so it doesn’t negatively impact their business and personal wellbeing.

Women on wellbeing

Clinical psychologist Sarah Donaldson and a range of farming women, share advice about how to deal with the many challenges in farming. Topics include socialising, exercising, …

Farmer to farmer with Joe and Donna Hintz

Joe and Donna Hintz are sheep and beef farmers who love the freedom of farming. They try to get a good balance in life and …

Farmer to farmer with Richard and Becks Tosswill

Richard and Becks really enjoy the variation of farming, but the stress of running the farm was starting to effect Richard’s sleep. He was waking …

Farmer to farmer with Dan and Reidun Nicholson

Dan and Reidun can vouch that getting off the farm really helps manage stress and pressure. They enjoy the challenges of farming and having the …

Farmer to farmer with Rex Kane

Rex enjoys farming for the range of challenges it brings. Over time he has found ways to do things differently, so he does not push …

Nutritionist Sarah Percy and farmers on eating well

Nutritionist Sarah Percy explains how ‘fuelling up’ with the right food and staying hydrated are essential for maintaining energy levels and keeping healthy.

Farmer to farmer with Lisa Kendall

FMG Young Farmer of the Year finalist Lisa Kendall runs a busy hire-a-farmer business in Karaka. Here are the proactive steps she takes to keep …

Farmer-to-farmer stories

These video clips show how farmers are making gains from small improvements to their eating, sleeping, exercising, taking time off and positive thinking. What changes …