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The versatility of quad bikes makes them a popular choice on farm. However, the fact that they are so versatile can mean they are pushed beyond their limits.

This August, the Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue Trust hosted the Back to Base Challenge, an event designed to encourage physical activity, strengthen community bonds, and raise funds for the life-saving missions of the Canterbury Westpac Rescue Helicopter, and the ROA mining rescue helicopter.

Whether it’s extreme weather events or changing regulations, dealing with uncertainty is a constant for many farmers and growers. Here are farmstrong ambassador Sam Whitelock’s tips for navigating tough times.

At 54 years old, Ruralco On-Farm Sales Manager, Lester Chambers is pretty open about his experience with prostate cancer.

Lithium batteries are becoming a more common sight on farms these days and are used in numerous devices around the home. While they are now a part of modern life the batteries can create a fire risk, particularly if they are damaged.

How you react to challenges has a huge impact on how well you manage the ups and downs of farming, says Taranaki dairy farmer Kane Brisco, author of top-selling book Tools For The Top Paddock. Here he shares his tips for staying calm under pressure.

Early on in 2023 the Mid Canterbury Rural Support Trust identified the need to continue building our profile in the Rural community—people had heard about the Rural Support Trust, but few people knew what the Trust offered in terms of long and short-term support.

Meat the Need and Feed Out have proudly donated more than two million mince and milk meals to food banks and community organisations across the country, nourishing communities facing food insecurity with high quality New Zealand protein.

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

Following a hair-raising encounter, Barry and Pauline George breath a sight of relief, grateful they didn't leave anything to fate when they discovered they had a narrow escape from a potential disaster.