How Emma Poole’s reaching new heights
Nearly a year on since her historical win, Emma Poole acknowledges it’s not the end of her Young Farmers journey and there’s still plenty more to be done.
A day in the life of ‘the queen of the Waihōpai woolshed’
I wake up and go to bed. Then I do it all again the next day – every day, every day, every day, says Invercargill-based shearer Esther Kidd.
Farming with your bestie: where practical skills meets theory
Two mates working on the same station share how their same but different background is a winning formula.
Raised to shepherd and nurture the land
Recently named Wairarapa Shepherd of the Year, Hannah Vallance shares her story.
A listening ear when you need to fill your cup
Teacher turned farmer shares why she put her hand up as a volunteer for Rural Support Trust.
A day in the life of Harriet Bremner
2023 Zanda McDonald Award winner Harriet Bremner provides insight into what a typical day is like for her on farm.
Soil health, science and farmer know-how drives project
Revitalise Te Taiao is a research programme working alongside agribusinesses and communities as they progress land-use change, work with value chains and connect with markets to revitalise te taiao.
From the classroom to the chicken shed
Two young teachers and their children are enjoying more time – and presence – after a move to the country.
From the Road: A personal view of the South Island
Shepherdess picks some favourite photos out of Robin Morrison's expressive depictions of the splendour and people of the South Island.
‘Putting the gin back in the bottle’ and saying goodbye to alcohol
A rural professional shares why she decided to quit drinking and how it changed her life.