NZ Farming was first started by Tyler Fifield in 2014. Tyler started work as a Shepherd up Waitotara Valley in South Taranaki, also known as New Zealand’s longest no exit road. If you don’t play rugby or can’t get to the pub you aren’t likely to meet anyone when you’re farming, Tyler found the depression that can come from living alone in the middle of nowhere was immense. Tyler realised there was a real need for something online to connect people in similar situations so at the age of 18, Tyler created NZ Farming. Getting off the farm even just through NZ Farming provides a much needed getaway for many people. Over the years, NZ Farming has held competitions, run giveaways and actively encourages follower engagement whether through commenting or sharing images of day to day life on the farm.