Getting through tough times

All industries have challenges and farming is no different. Weather patterns, fluctuating prices, changing legislative requirements and media stories are all part of the pressures …

The wellbeing bank account

Wellbeing simply means that you feel pretty happy about how life is going, that life is good! Hugh Norriss, Farmstrong’s wellbeing advisor shares some top …

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 …

Raising our game in the woolshed

The number one asset in any business are the people who work in it. That’s why Farmstrong is a supporter of the NZ Shearing Contractor’ …

Dangerously Tired

Fatigue played a major role in the quad bike accident that nearly cost Chris Biddles his life. Now he’s warning other farmers of the dangers …

The buzz of giving back

Get involved in your community Getting involved in your community is a great way of investing in your own wellbeing says Farmstrong Ambassador Sam Whitelock. …

Farmer to farmer with Marc Gascoigne

Dairy farmer Marc Gascoigne talks about the importance of catching up with mates, giving back to your community and getting time off the farm. He …

Be a great listener

The power of listening Farmers have a positive reputation for being practical, good at cutting through the bullshit and problem-solving. Sometimes however when someone is …

Quiz nights a hit for northern farmers

Northland farmer Douglas Conn can now add ‘quiz night’ to the list of things he does to get off the farm and have a break. …

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 …

Farmer to farmer videos with Cheyenne and Tangaroa

Farming is in Southlander Cheyenne Wilson’s blood. In a new video Cheyenne talks about farming, its challenges and how she looks after herself. Brought up …