LOWER NORTH ISLAND, NZ

Wellbeing Through Nutrition & Psychological Safety

When someone feels safe enough to raise their hands and say, “I made a mistake” or “I need some help,” according to Simon Sinek, that leader has created an environment where their people feel safe to be themselves.

Wellbeing Through Nutrition

Farming People often work long hours and need a meal plan with healthy whole foods to energise them for farming. At certain times of the year, meals are usually eaten ‘on the go’.

  • Action plan to improve Well-being through nutrition. 
  • How to eat well during busy farming seasonal months! 
  • Healthy Eating Tips for the Farmer Lunch Box

Psychological Safety

High-performing teams have something in common that high-performing leaders create: Psychological safety.

Psychological safety is vital for people to feel empowered to make decisions, “brainstorm out loud,” voice half-finished thoughts, openly challenge the status quo, share feedback, and work through disagreements.

Workshop on psychological and psychosocial safety

  • Learn essential steps for creating a secure and healthy work environment for your valued team members.
  • Managing psychological risks on the farm – Why does psychological safety matter? 

Farming can be an amazing job; sometimes, it can be stressful and demanding. Discover how to spot the signs of illness, how to stay well, and where to find help when needed.

Emergency Contacts

Rural Support Trust: 0800 787 254
Lifeline: 0800 543 354
Depression helpline: 0800 111 757
Samaritans: 0800 726 666
1737 Need to Talk?:  free call or text for free 24 hours a day to talk to (or text with) a trained counsellor or a peer support worker

Stay Well

For advice specifically for farmers on how to stay in the best shape mentally and physically, check out https://farmstrong.co.nz/

DairyNZ Farmers Wellbeing Link