Hose runner saves time and effort
Rakaia-based equipment manufacturer Pluck’s Engineering will soon start production of a new machine designed to simplify the deployment and retrieval of temporary water troughs used in winter break feeding.
Whitelock, who has been a Farmstrong ambassador since 2016, says he sees a lot of parallels between rugby and farming.
"I know the challenges farmers regularly face with weather events, production targets, fluctuating prices and changing regulations. I reckon rugby and farming are similar in that way; there are always results you need to achieve, whatever the conditions. Dealing with disappointment when things don't go according to plan is also a challenge for both."
He says that being a professional athlete has taught him the importance of investing up front in wellbeing for times when you need to draw on it.
And it's no different in farming.
"Once I complete my rugby career, I'll be heading back to the land. When I do, I'll continue applying all that I have been sharing and learning through Farmstrong."
Whitelock will be at the FMG site on Friday 26 March sharing stories and taking photos with farmers, growers and the general public.
