Cycling fundraiser riding high again

Charitable organisation Bike for Blokes is riding high for the second year in a row after cycling the length of New Zealand and raising $250,000…

Sam Whitelock on recent weather events

In this video Sam Whitelock acknowledges everyone who has been affected with flooding, cyclone or other pressures with the weather. “Make sure you are looking…

Koru Cabin connects rural communities

A mobile cabin, named the Koru Cabin, is getting out and about in the local Tararua District to help rural communities access resources and support…

The grass always grows back

Farmstrong ambassador Sam Whitelock has just paid a visit to flood-hit farmers and growers in the Counties and northern Waikato areas to check how they…

Rugby tournament brings community together

Wairarapa Sheep and beef farmer Richmond Beetham enjoyed taking part in a local touch rugby tournament so much he can’t wait to sign up again…

Wellbeing hub on farm opens to locals

Bay of Plenty farmer Mohi Beckham-Adams has finally realised his dream of opening a wellbeing hub with an on-farm gym to help local farmers. The…

Farmer Wellbeing Hub Launched in Pukehina

Bay of Plenty dairy farmer Mohi Beckham-Adams recently opened an on-farm gym and community hub for local farmers. Here’s why. Tell us about the hub.…

Live Well, Farm Well Podcast – Paul Walker

Bay of Plenty farmer Paul Walker who’s once again calling on everything he’s learned about wellbeing to cope with the challenges currently being thrown at…

Live Well, Farm Well Podcast – Amber Carpenter

Paparimu farmer Amber Carpenter chats about her transition from the fashion industry to running multiple farming operations while juggling a young family and a global…

Good to get out

Getting busy farmers along to events can be a big ask, but after a year like no other, Farmstrong’s comedy shows in Omihi and Sheffield…

Grass Roots Connection

Craig Wiggins is a well-known rural voice thanks to several decades calling rodeos and jet-sprints, emceeing events and advocating on behalf of farmers. He’s also…

Keep The Connections Going

In late September, it’s mental health awareness week. After years of Covid-related disruption, the theme this year is reconnection. Farmstrong ambassador Sam Whitelock says staying…