CountryWide CONNECT

This episode features Rebekah Cain, Chief Sustainability Officer, BNZ discussing BNZ’s new partnership with Pāmu and what it means for sustainability, innovation and the future of farming systems in New Zealand.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice comm...

This episode features Todd McClay, Minister of Agriculture discussing the big issues facing New Zealand’s primary sector, the outlook for farmers, exporters and the Government’s priorities for agriculture.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice comm...

This episode features Adam Williamson, Chairman, Farmer Leadership Team, Synlait discussing the latest issues affecting dairy farmers, leadership within the sector, and what is happening behind the farm gate.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command &lsqu...

This episode features Ryan Luckman, Vet and founder of DAGI discussing the launch of the DAGI app at Fieldays and how technology is helping farmers improve animal health decision-making and on-farm management.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command &lsq...

NZ watching closely after bird flu detected in Australia a2 Milk secures China approval for Pokeno facility products T&G's Maddi Sheridan wins Hawke's Bay Young Fruitgrower title Rural News is in partnership with Farmlands as part of CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp - our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / lis...

This episode features Lisa Futschek, Chief Executive, Seafood NZ discussing the Government's decision not to progress the Fisheries Amendment Bill this parliamentary term and what that means for the seafood industry.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice comma...

This episode features Craig Carr, Managing Director, Carrfields discussing a trip to the United Kingdom's famous Diddly Squat Farm and the Cereals event, discussing what New Zealand farmers can learn from British agriculture, machinery innovation and global farming trends.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show v...

This episode features Andrew Hoggard, Minister of Biosecurity discussing New Zealand's preparedness for bird flu following the confirmation of a case in Australia, border protections, surveillance systems and industry readiness.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the...

This episode features Colin Hurst, Vice President Federated Farmers discussing the upcoming Federated Farmers presidential election, the challenges facing the organisation and the priorities for rural New Zealand heading into the future.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. O...

CountryWide Connect - Show Summary Federated Farmers Vice President Colin Hurst, discussing the upcoming Federated Farmers presidential election, the challenges facing the organisation and the priorities for rural New Zealand heading into the future. Minister for Biosecurity Andrew Hoggard discusses New Zealand's preparedness for bird flu following the confirmation of a case in Australia, border p...

This episode features Professor Jo Lane, Pro Vice-Chancellor Health, University of Waikato discussing the Hospitals announced to get NZGSM graduate clinicians.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa...

This episode features Cam Clayton, Waikato/BOP FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Finalist discussing preparations for next month's Grand Final in New Plymouth.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alex...

ANZCO Foods to acquire Greenlea Group in red meat consolidation Conservation land sale law sparks heated parliamentary exchange Fisheries Amendment Bill delayed until after election Rural News is in partnership with Farmlands as part of CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp - our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / list...

This episode features Scott Lawson, Board Member OANZ and Director of True Earth discussing OANZ's submission on both the HSNO and ACVM Amendment Bills and how they connect to the Gene Tech Bill.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play C...

This episode features Dino Kudrass, Executive General Manager of Agri, Skellerup discussing the company's history.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.   Apple : https://apps....

This episode features Fiona Calvert, Technical Support (Agriculture) at Hill Labs discussing Hill's new protein test for forages.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.   Apple...

This episode features Dr Fernando Torres-Vélez, General Manager Hazardous Substances, EPA discussing the EPA’s processing of hazardous substances.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa...

This episode features Matt Watson, Fishing advocate & host of The ITM Fishing Show discussing his views on the controversial Fisheries Amendment Bill being put on ice.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on...

CountryWide Connect - Show Summary Dr Fernando Torres-Vélez, General Manager Hazardous Substances – EPA, updates us on the EPA’s processing of hazardous substances. Matt Watson, Fishing advocate and host of The ITM Fishing Show gives his views on the controversial Fisheries Amendment Bill being put on ice. Fiona Calvert, Technical Support (Agriculture) at Hill Labs, joins us to...

This episode features Tony Bouskill, Winner, Golden Pliers discussing what it takes to be crowned one of the country's best fencing contractors and why fencing remains one of rural New Zealand's most respected trades.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice comm...

This episode features Daniel Eb, Opportunity Party Deputy Leader discussing TOP's proposed land tax policy, how it would impact farmers and property owners, and whether New Zealand's tax system needs a fundamental rethink.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice...

This episode features Ryan Cosgrove, Chair, Campaign for Wool NZ discussing the completion of a secondary schools pilot programme introducing Years 9 and 10 students to wool, natural fibres and career opportunities connected to New Zealand's sheep sector.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play...

This episode features Hamish Marr, Former Special Agricultural Trade Envoy discussing the latest issues impacting rural New Zealand.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.   App...

Dairy exports a key driver as economy grow point-eight percent Zespri opens 2026/27 season with positive returns forecast Wool education pilot hailed a success across six secondary schools Rural News is in partnership with Farmlands as part of CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp - our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch...

This episode features Hugh Devereux-Mack, Spokesperson, Council of Licensed Firearms Owners discussing the organisation's latest Trust and Confidence Survey, which claims to reveal significant concerns around the operation and accuracy of the Firearms Register.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car...