CountryWide CONNECT

This episode features Libby Price, Australian Rural Commentator discussing the latest Australian news.   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 Wendy Paul, Chief Executive Officer, Growing Future Farmers discussing the next GFF intake.   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.a...

CountryWide Connect - Show Summary Wendy Paul, Chief Executive Officer of Growing Future Farmers, to discuss the next GFF intake. Australian commentator Libby Price is on the line for an on the latest Australian news. Dairy Country Podcast Host Anne Lee joins to talk new Fonterra CEO Richard Allen's first update in charge. Doug and Gabi Michael from Gladfield Malt will be on to discuss the NZ Grow...

This episode features Fenton Hazelwood, Rural Commentator discussing the ACVM and HSNO Reform Bills and whether the proposed changes will actually improve growers' access to new technology and products.   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 Kylah Morrison, Head of Programmes and Partnerships, Sprout Agritech discussing six UK agritech companies visiting New Zealand as part of the Innovate UK Global Incubator 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 ‘Pla...

Red meat sector drives nearly fifty billion dollars through NZ economy Federated Farmers launches five-point election platform Mātai Pacific Iwi Collective wins 2026 Ahuwhenua Trophy 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 Craig Young, CEO Tuanz discussing rural connectivity, concerns around Starlink's growing market dominance, and the future of broadband in regional 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&...

This episode features Mia Ryan, NSW farmer and Howdy App founder discusses building a dating platform for rural communities and helping country people connect.   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 Richard Harman, Political Commentator discussing the Fonterra email controversy and the political implications emerging in Wellington.   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...

This episode features Wayne Langford, National President, Federated Farmers discussing the organisation's election manifesto and the key policy priorities farmers want from the next Government.   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 CountryW...

CountryWide Connect – Show Summary Federated Farmers National President Wayne Langford discussing the organisation's election manifesto and the key policy priorities farmers want from the next Government. Political commentator Richard Harman breaks down the Fonterra email controversy and the political implications emerging in Wellington. Mia Ryan, Founder and CEO of the Howdy App, joins us t...

This episode features Lloyd Cartwright, CEO, Global Dairy Trade discussing the company's decision to establish Singapore as its global headquarters while retaining a significant presence 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 command ‘Play...

This episode features Sam McIvor, CEO, OSPRI discussing the Government's new bovine TB eradication plan and the operational changes OSPRI will make to support the 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’ o...

This episode features David Reesby, Taranaki Manawatu NZ Young Farmer of the Year Grand Finalist discussing preparations for July's FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final.   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’ o...

This episode features Mark Leslie, CEO, Pāmu discussing the use of palm kernel expeller across Pāmu farms and the role supplementary feed plays within the state-owned 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 Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’...

CountryWide Connect – Show Summary Pāmu Chief Executive Mark Leslie will explain the use of palm kernel expeller across Pāmu farms and the role supplementary feed plays within the state-owned farming. Minister for Mental Health and Associate Minister of Health Matt Doocey in-studio discussing the state of rural healthcare in New Zealand and plans for the South Island's first Rural Training H...

This episode features Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister discussing the importance of New Zealand's arable sector, the New Zealand Grown Grains trademark, Budget 2026 and whether he'll take up Andy's invitation to the rugby this weekend. 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 th...

This episode features Professor Grant Edwards, Vice-Chancellor, Lincoln University discussing his reappointment through to 2031 and the future of New Zealand's specialist land-based university. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit https://country-wide.co.nz/connect/ on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/li...

This episode features Duncan Humm, Co-Founder, NZ Farmers Facebook Page & Chris Lewis, North Island Farmer discussing rising input costs, rural mental health and reveal their worst farming purchases. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit https://country-wide.co.nz/connect/ on how to watch / listen. See omnystu...

This episode features Olivia Weatherburn, National Programme Manager, Beef + Lamb New Zealand discussing 10 years of Generation Next and explains how the programme is developing the next generation of sheep and beef industry leaders. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit https://country-wide.co.nz/connect/ on how...

This episode features Richard Lindroos, CEO, NZ National Fieldays Society discussing the final countdown to next week's sold-out event at Mystery Creek. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit https://country-wide.co.nz/connect/ on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features Snow Williams, Country, Lifestyle and Horticulture Sales, Bayleys discussing the record Zespri licence auctions and what they mean for Bay of Plenty orchard and land values. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit https://country-wide.co.nz/connect/ on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/...

US tariff threat adds uncertainty for agricultural exporters EPA clears application backlog for hazardous substances Generation Next marks ten years of shaping rural leaders 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. &nbs...

This episode features Mark Storey, Head of Economics, DairyNZ discussing record milk production, strong payouts and looming cost pressures for the season ahead. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit https://country-wide.co.nz/connect/ on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features Dr Katrina Roberts, Herd Health Veterinarian, Dairy consultant, Anexa discussing her veterinary career, industry innovation and mentoring future rural leaders. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit https://country-wide.co.nz/connect/ on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...