CountryWide CONNECT

This episode features Peter Dunne, Political Commentator discussing the latest political developments.   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.apple.com/nz...

This episode features Todd McClay, Minister for Trade and Investment discussing the anniversary of the UAE free trade agreement and new funding for agritech.   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 Al...

Global beef trade disruption creating opportunities for NZ exporters Agronomist James Blair crowned 2026 national Young Grower of the Year Online hunting permit system surpasses fifty-three-thousand permits issued   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...

Successful spring crop establishment is decided well before planting. It’s the final step in the process, but it’s everything that goes in front of it that really matters, says Carrfields Precision & Technology Manager Paul Collins. Plan ahead, service machinery early and treat each paddock on its own merits rather than waiting until the drill is being hitched to the tractor. &nbsp...

This episode features Graeme "Sportsfreak" Beasley & Dave Worsley discussing the weekend’s sporting action.   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://ap...

This episode features Kim Severinsen, Principal Inspector, Central Region, WorkSafe discussing on-farm safety and the key issues farmers need to keep in mind.   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 Rehette Stoltz, Gisborne District Council Mayor & President, Local Government New Zealand discussing the Government’s proposed 4% cap on council rates increases, including concerns about the potential impact on rural infrastructure, roading and regional services.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile ap...

This episode features Simon Watts, Local Government Minister discussing the Government’s new legislation to cap council rates increases at 4% and the reasoning behind the proposed limit.   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 CountryWi...

This episode features Sean Mulligan, Arable and multiplication specialist, PGG Wrightson Seeds discussing the vital role agronomists play in the seed sector and strategies for producing high-yielding, sustainable crops.   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 co...

This episode features Matt Clutterbuck, Country Sales Manager, Bayleys Tauranga discussing a rural property spotlight.   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://a...

This episode features Tama Potaka, Minister of Conservation discussing the Government’s $9.7 million IVL funding boost for targeted wild goat and deer 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 ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Ama...

Carrfields Group Managing Director Craig Carr talks through the rebuild of the machinery business under its own name: premium brands chosen on quality and family, factory-direct relationships, and a service network built to keep growers moving. Listen to the full episode here.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the sh...

This episode features Dave Burridge, National Wool Auction Manager, PGG Wrightson discussing the latest wool auction update and what the market is doing for wool growers.   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 A...

This episode features Ruth Leary, Head of Strategy and Engagement, AgriZero discussing the IRP Webinar and the Early Adopter programme.   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.  ...

This episode features Mark Storey, Head of Economics, DairyNZ discussing a Sense Partners report on the economic impact of the dairy sector, including the wider contribution of dairy to New Zealand’s economy.   This podcast is solely for information purposes. It's not financial or other professional advice. No party, including BNZ, is liable for direct or indirect loss or damage resulti...

This episode features Shane McCarthy, General President, AgForce discussing the threat to property rights for farmers and landowners in Australia.   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 Ho...

This episode features Ross McIsaac, Chief Executive, New Zealand Wool Collective discussing the Wool Impact and Campaign for Wool merger and what the change means for the promotion of New Zealand wool.   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...

This episode features Paul Henry, ACT Party Candidate discussing ACT’s pledge to disestablish the Climate Change Commission and what that would mean for climate policy.   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’...

Lactalis extends lead as world's largest dairy company Wool Impact and Campaign for Wool NZ merge to form New Zealand Wool Collective Maui Sheep Milk lifts payout as sector looks to expand   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 C...

New report shows dairy sector delivers twenty-eight-point-eight billion in export earnings NZ wine shows resilience as global market contracts Virtual farm visits connecting more than a thousand students with real farmers   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 Craig "Dairyman" Hickman & Willie Bell discussing the issues and developments currently on the minds of farmers.   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. &nbs...

This episode features Chad Hoggard, Director of On Farm Support, MPI discussing new scholarships aimed at boosting on-the-ground support for farmers and growers.   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 Ale...

Bank of New Zealand recognises the expanding role technology plays on farm, and Head of AgriTech & BioTech Nic Cameron says the bank is geared to support it.  As farmers weigh efficiency and productivity, he explains how BNZ can help finance the right tools, from data systems to new revenue opportunities in natural capital. For over 160 years, BNZ's Agribusiness Partners have worked along...

This episode features Marie Burke, National Co-ordinator, Farmer Time for Schools discussing how the programme is connecting Kiwi kids with farming without them having to leave the classroom.   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 CountryWid...

This episode features Nicole McKee, Associate Minister of Justice discussing the new Independent Firearms Licensing Review Committee.   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.   Ap...