Building Resilience

As part of this year’s conference, New Zealand Shearing Contractors’ Association (NZSCA) chief executive Phil Holden interviewed Farmstrong content expert Hugh Norriss on the theme…

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…

Going with the flow

Farm-raised Haley Pugh helped run a thriving chiropractic business in Hokitika, until cancer turned her life on its head. Farmstrong asked her to share what…

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…

Making the same different

For the first part of the year, my family and I are doing something a little different and basing ourselves in Japan while I play…

How to keep Farmstrong

Farmstrong is a nationwide, rural wellbeing initiative that helps farmers and their families cope with the ups and downs of farming. Over the last four…

How to deal with disappointment

Farmstrong ambassador Sam Whitelock knows a thing or two about dealing with disappointment, especially on the rugby field. He has a few strategies he uses…

Healthy thinking for better farming

There is a lot going on in farming at this time of year with added stresses, physical demands and the cold, wet short days. As a result of…

Farmstrong – taking time to appreciate the best office in the world

Gerard Vaughan, Farmstrong Project Manager shares what farmers have told him about how appreciating small things can make a big difference. Take it away Gerard.…

Stay connected and keep Farmstrong

Sharing the ups and downs of farming with mates is an important part of staying on top of your game and enjoying the job Dave…

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…

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,…