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We are excited to share our collection of Farmstrong books that tell inspiring stories of how farmers and growers have navigated various setbacks and have emerged out the other side a lot wiser.  These books also contain a ton of practical advice and tips from Farmstrong wellbeing experts.

Live well, farm well - Farmers on being Farmstrong.

This book is an easy, down-to-earth read and shares the stories of 29 farmers from different regions and sectors. It covers what they love about the job, the challenges they face and the sorts of things they do to keep well.
There are also tips from experts on the science of wellbeing covering topics such as managing stress, avoiding burn out, helpful thinking strategies, nutrition, farm fitness and sleep.

 

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Getting Through - What it takes to get through extreme weather events.

This book is a collection of hard-won wisdom from farmers and growers when trying to get back on their feet after the life-changing weather events of 2023, as well as practical tips that acknowledges the realities of a long-haul recovery. It also offers a way forward and first-hand advice that can help others who may find themselves in a similar situation in the future.

 

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Live well grow well - Growers on being Farmstrong

The 140pp book contains a wide range of grower stories along with practical tools and tips on topics such as sleep, nutrition and managing stress and pressure, all based on the latest wellbeing science. It also includes a mental skills toolkit specifically designed to help growers build mental strength and fitness to manage the inevitable ups and downs of life and work.

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The Farmstrong Toolbox

The Farmstrong Toolbox is a 20-page toolkit of mental skills and thinking strategies based on the latest wellbeing science. It is designed to help farmers and growers going through tough times and adverse events. It is also great to share with anyone feeling ‘under the pump’.

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NZ Young Farmers - Power Up for the Comp

The FMG Young Farmer of the Year is more than a competition. It is an opportunity to test yourself and discover how you respond when the pressure comes on, the challenge is unfamiliar and the answer is not immediately obvious. Success in the contest is not simply about what you know. It is also about how you think, how you manage pressure, how you recover from setbacks and whether you can stay focused when things do not go to plan. These are the foundations of a strong performance mindset, and they matter just as much in farming, leadership and life as they do on competition day.

 

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Eat Well, Farm Well

This handy guide for busy farmers and growers has tips on how to eat well, boost your energy levels and stay healthy on farm or orchard.

 

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