Farmers on stress and how they cope with it
Three farming couples discuss how they recognise the warning signs of stress and manage it, so it doesn’t negatively impact their business and personal wellbeing.
Three farming couples discuss how they recognise the warning signs of stress and manage it, so it doesn’t negatively impact their business and personal wellbeing.
Welcome to the Farmstrong “Turn on Your Core” four week challenge If you spend just ten minutes a day, four days a week doing this …
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, …
Sam shares a few tips on how to get a great night’s sleep.
Former All Black Ian Kirkpatrick recommends including aerobic exercise in your routine. Not only does it improve your health it also gets you off the …
Joe and Donna Hintz are sheep and beef farmers who love the freedom of farming. They try to get a good balance in life and …
Richard and Becks really enjoy the variation of farming, but the stress of running the farm was starting to effect Richard’s sleep. He was waking …
Dan and Reidun can vouch that getting off the farm really helps manage stress and pressure. They enjoy the challenges of farming and having the …
Rex enjoys farming for the range of challenges it brings. Over time he has found ways to do things differently, so he does not push …
Nutritionist Sarah Percy explains how ‘fuelling up’ with the right food and staying hydrated are essential for maintaining energy levels and keeping healthy.
Clinical psychologist Sarah Donaldson explains what stress is, the effect it can have on body and mind and offers practical advice on how to manage …
FMG Young Farmer of the Year finalist Lisa Kendall runs a busy hire-a-farmer business in Karaka. Here are the proactive steps she takes to keep …
