Tag: Farmstrong
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…
Farmstrong chats with Sam Whitelock — ideas for handling pressure
Farmstrong chats with Sam Whitelock about what good habits help him to stay calm and perform under pressure and what he does to ensure he…
Farmstrong chats with Sam Whitelock — the benefits of learning for your wellbeing
Farmstrong chats with Sam Whitelock about the ways that he has observed that different people learn and the benefits of being aware of an individuals…
Happy 5th Birthday Farmstrong
Farmstrong turned five in June 2020. In true Farmstrong spirit some of our friends have shared a Happy Birthday message with us. Thank you to…
Managing stress and uncertainty
How we think about and deal with pressure has a huge impact on our ability to navigate uncertain times says Clinical Psychologist Sarah Donaldson. Sarah…
Wednesdays with a difference
When the world went into lockdown, the overseas staff on Waikirikiri Farm Canterbury dairy farm were a long way from home. The Reeds decided it…
Thinking outside the box
Bex and her partner Steve are 50/50 sharemilkers. They’ve been on a farm in Pahiatua coming up two years. Bex actually comes from a sheep…
Prioritising things during lockdown
After a hectic trip home from Japan, Farmstrong Ambassador Sam Whitelock and his family are spending lockdown on their farm in the Hawke’s Bay. Sam…
Reducing stress and fatigue to avoid accidents
Managing stress and fatigue on the farm is challenging at the best of times, and for some the impact of COVID-19 will increase that challenge.…
Shearing the challenge during COVID-19
Otago shearing contractor Jock Martin is incredibly proud of how his industry has stepped up during the COVID-19 crisis to ensure its essential work is…
