Farmstrong

Learning rowing techniques from YouTube, a 76-year-old farmer set on a course to raise funds to support farming communities.

In a place that’s built like paradise, says Bob Wood, it’s madness not to take a break to enjoy it – and refresh your mindset.

Rural men and women get off farm and get creative with a wellbeing-focused art programme in the West Coast.

Kathrin Jankowiec says the goal is to make the industry as attractive as possible to work in, especially for families and people who might have struggled with the long working hours.

Dunedin athlete Glenn Sutton takes on a daunting 617km run for a cause close to his heart.

Hit comedy duo plan to bring a bit of light relief after challenging year.

After recovering from a serious motorcross accident, Gary Sunshine-Tervit helps other farmers deal with their mental health through Farmstrong.

A beekeeper shares how he managed to find joy in the simple things while mitigating the sting of a rollercoaster industry.

Shear4U fundraising event focused on bringing the community together while raising funds for a good cause.

Comedy nights planned for flood-hit Pukekohe and Te Aroha.

The driving force behind the Fairlight Foundation shares why fear was the catalyst to chasing her dreams.

A once accountant now award-winning dairy farmer and ag social media influencer-in-the-making talks shop and what keeps her well and going on farm.

Farmstrong organises night of comedy for region that’s done it tough this year.

Rural wellbeing programme chosen for co-op’s annual drive.

Focusing on daily habits helps manage pressure when the going gets tough, says Farmstrong ambassador Sam Whitelock.

Hawke’s Bay sheep and beef farmer Patrick Crawshaw shares how he’s dealt with the aftermath of Gabrielle.

Dairy farmers have been sharing with Farmstrong how they use the Five Ways. Here are a few examples to get you thinking. 

A good work-life balance is one of the metrics this farming business measures itself by.

Slade MacDonald says he was a wild child but came back to New Zealand to straighten himself out.

Hawke’s Bay ‘brothers’ make time for a restorative gym session amid the grind of post-cyclone repairs.

Rangitikei shearing contractor shares some helpful tips that helped him through what he says was a "pretty dark space".

A sense of purpose and having a positive impact on the people around them has been the key to farming fulfilment for Dylan and Sheree Ditchfield.

Nothing on farm is going to work just as it should if you are feeling run down.

The kiwifruit industry has teamed up with Farmstrong on a new resource to help growers manage the challenges of the industry.

Once you put the facts down on a piece of paper, it’s easy to clarify and prioritise what you actually need to do.

While farming is in his DNA, it took a monumental event for one Kiwi farmer to find his true calling.

Building muscle, building connections in a converted shed.

The main thing is making sure you get time off.

The heart of what we do on farm is manaakitanga – feeding and looking after our people - and kaitiakitanga - looking after the environment and improving it.

You’ve got to laugh, haven’t you?

Well-known rural voice Craig Wiggins chats about some of the recent initiatives he's been a part of to help farmer well-being and why it's important to him.

Spending time with family and friends, talking with others and being there for others when they need us makes us stronger and better supported.

Catching up with mates and taking a break when the work allows tops up the wellbeing of a Hawke’s Bay farmer and his team.

Farmstrong ambassador Sam Whitelock passes on insights about how to take care of yourself.

Nadine Hickman shares coping strategies for people engaged in the unique – and uniquely challenging – business of farming.

Southland dairy farmer Brooke Flett shares how a new programme designed to boost the resilience of rural communities helps her navigate the challenges of farming.