Fatique on 4 wheels: How a farmer’s life flipped upside down

Chris Biddles knows only too well the connection between being stressed and exhausted and making a poor decision that almost cost him his life. He …

Try Something New

When I hang up my rugby boots I plan to head back into farming.  Recently, I’ve been spending some time on my farm and working …

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 …

Sam Whitelock on 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 …

Sam Whitelock on 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 …

Episode One – Farmstrong chats with Psychologist Sarah Donaldson

Farmstrong chats with Psychologist Sarah Donaldson – making the most of lockdown. Farmstrong has gone online to chat with Psychologist and farmer Sarah Donaldson.  In …

Episode Two – Farmstrong chats with Psychologist Sarah Donaldson

Farmstrong chats with Psychologist Sarah Donaldson – managing stress Farmstrong has gone online to chat with Psychologist and farmer Sarah Donaldson. In this episode Sarah explains …

Episode Three- Farmstrong chats with Psychologist Sarah Donaldson

Farmstrong chats with Psychologist Sarah Donaldson – coping with uncertainty  Farmstrong has gone online to chat with Psychologist and farmer Sarah Donaldson. In this episode …

A chat with Sam

Just like the rest of us, lockdown has brought big changes to Sam Whitelock’s life. After a hectic trip home from Japan, the family are …

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 …