Dairynz Tech Series: Dairy Science In Action

Taranaki dairy farmer Kane Brisco nearly walked away from farming, worn down by the constant physical and mental strains of the job. But at his lowest, he started figuring out practical ways to cope with stress and recharge his passion for life on the land. In this episode, Kane shares the tools he’s developed – ranging from breathwork to boxing – to operate at his best.NotesFarm Fit NZDairyNZ wellbeing webpagesChapters:1:00 - Kane's background and how he ended up in dairy farming 4:04 - Keeping in top shape and helping other farmers do the same5:54 - Getting through some challenging years6:42 - Journey to getting fit again9:15 - Mental health challenges within the dairy sector13:14 - New book ‘Tools for the top paddock’16:02 - Kane’s tools for dealing with the strains of farming 21:10 - Balancing family and farming 23:52 – What happens at FarmFit training sessions?27:08 – Kane’s cold water trough therapy27:56 - Staying connected with the right people, right places29:22 - Tricky conversations – talking w