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, …

Healthy thinking with Dr Tom Mulholland

Healthy thinking helps you to be resilient, so you can manage the ups and downs of farming. Farming is a high-pressure profession these days, with …

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 …

Getting the balance right

Achieving a better balance between work and life off the farm, helped King Country sheep and beef farmer Wendy Coup beat burn out. “What I learnt …

Farmer to farmer with Tony Coltman

Tony Coltman is a dairy farmer in Dunsandel, Canterbury. In this clip, he explains why keeping well is absolutely crucial to the success of his …

Switching your thinking

Medical doctor and Healthy Thinking expert Dr Tom Mulholland, explains a strategy called cognitive switching, which can help you change the way you think about …

Dr Tom on how to have a healthy attitude

Medical doctor and Healthy Thinking expert Dr Tom Mulholland, talks about the importance of managing your attitudes to live a happier, more productive life. In …

Farmer to farmer with James Pharazyn

James Pharazyn is a sheep and beef farmer and manages Motere Angus Stud at Omakere in the Hawke’s Bay. The farm has been in the …

Farmer to farmer with Stu Richards

Stu Richards manages a bull finishing unit in Whatawhata on the outskirts of Hamilton. In recent years, he’s made his mental heath and wellbeing a …