mental health
Episode 86 – High Performance Doesn’t Mean Burnout
Witnessing the stress of sheep farming in Southland as a child led Steve Clarke to a career as a helicopter pilot before returning home to the dairy farm. He and wife Hayley are on a mission to ensure that farming creates a balance of work and life for their family and staff.
In this episode, Sarah speaks with Steve about his journey from sheep and beef to dairy, the lessons learned through early challenges, and how smart infrastructure, genetics, and people management have shaped their success. They discuss balancing high performance with wellbeing, maintaining team morale, and keeping family life at the centre of farming.
The Big Ball – in support of Rural Change
Looking an excuse to get out and have some fun while raising funds for a good cause? Why not dust off your ball gown or tuxedo and head along to The Big Ball at Lincoln in June and support rural mental health.
When will this all end?
Elaine Fisher finds getting out in nature helps to settle the Covid fatigue and anxiety.