Tag: Live well farm well
Fatigue 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…
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…
