CountryWide CONNECT

This episode features Jo Luxton, Spokesperson for Agriculture, Biosecurity & Customs, Labour.   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/app/...

This episode features Will Burrett, Chief Operating Officer for Pāmu discussing how native forests can create environmental, economic and social value, and the role sustainable land management is playing in shaping the future of New Zealand farming.   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 And...

This episode features Luke Fisher, General Manager, Retail and Strategic Partnerships, Farmlands discussing the evolving rural supply chain, the enduring value of the co-operative model and how farmers can build resilience in a changing economic environment.   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 Pl...

This episode features Ben Dooley, Freshwater Spokesperson Federated Farmers discussing freshwater regulations, practical farm management and the challenge of balancing environmental stewardship with productive farming systems.   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 v...

This episode features Simon Cameron, Federated Farmers Conservation Spokeperson discussing the Government's proposed Conservation Amendment Bill and what the changes could mean for conservation management, public access and 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 Au...

Primary Industries New Zealand Awards celebrate sector's best in Auckland Safer Farms ambassador Lindy Nelson wins national safety leadership award Government signals options to shield Waikato farmers from old planning rules 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. Visi...

This episode features Dr William Rolleston, Chair of Genomics Aotearoa, President of the Life Sciences Network, Co-founder of South Pacific Sera discussing the future of biotechnology, gene technology reform and the importance of evidence-based science policy for New Zealand's primary industries.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile...

This episode features Jim Van Der Poel, Industry Leader discussing a lifetime of contribution to New Zealand agriculture following his recognition with the Outstanding Contribution to Primary Industries Award.   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...

This episode features Kate Acland, Chair of Beef + Lamb New Zealand, Winner of the 2026 Primary Industries New Zealand 'Rural Woman of the Year' Award discussing her recent recognition as the 2026 Primary Industries New Zealand Rural Woman of the Year, discussing leadership, advocacy and the future of New Zealand agriculture.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Downlo...

This episode features Tama Potaka, Minister of Conservation discussing the Conservation Amendment Bill, described as the most significant overhaul of New Zealand's conservation system in nearly 40 years, and what it means for conservation, recreation and rural communities.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show v...

CountryWide Connect - Show Summary Hon Todd McClay – Minister for Primary Industries We open the show from the Primary Industries Summit with Minister Todd McClay, discussing the big issues facing New Zealand’s primary sector, the outlook for farmers, exporters and the Government’s priorities for agriculture. Rebekah Cain – Chief Sustainability Officer, BNZ A look at BNZ&rs...

This episode features Tony Trewinnard, Blue Skies Weather discussing the latest weather outlook, winter patterns, and what farmers should be watching in the weeks ahead.   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 Am...

This episode features Owen Copinga, President, Holstein Friesian New Zealand discussing a preview of the 2026 Holstein Friesian NZ AGM & Conference and the ongoing importance of genetics, breeding, and farmer networks.   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 Mike Casey, CEO, Rewiring Aotearoa discussing the uncertainty of which way the election will go.   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 Hugh Campbell, Sociology Professor, University of Otago discussing his views on right-wing parties competing for the rural vote and what changing rural politics means for 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...

NZ dairy season sets new production record BNZ and Pāmu pioneer new model to earn revenue from native forests KWKiwi's William Kenna wins Bay of Plenty Young Grower 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 / listen.  ...

This episode features Richard Capie, Chief Advisor, Forest & Bird discussing proposed changes, potential land sales, and Forest & Bird’s concerns following new polling on public attitudes.   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 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...