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In today’s episode;  we look at the results of a low-input sheep trial in Canterbury…We discuss the implications of more RSE workers for our wine industry…  And we put the spotlight on a major new wool campaign.

The Government's new winter grazing rules are set to come into effect in a month’s time, and most farmers are still left scratching their heads and screaming into the abyss with no framework on what they need to do…  Federated Farmers National Board spokesperson, Water and Environment, Colin Hurst joins REX to tell us more.

Wools of New Zealand has launched a major consumer campaign to drive carpet sales as it prepares to mark 12 months since joining forces with CP Wool. To tell us more, we’re joined by John McWhirter, chief executive of Wools of New Zealand.

Livestock exports by sea will cease next year after the government passed a bill to ban them this week…  Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor says the ban will protect New Zealand's reputation for world-leading animal welfare standards…  But ACT Party Ag Spokesperson Mark Cameron reckons it’s yet another slap in the face for rural communities…  He joined us for this week’s Yes Minister…

Researchers in New Zealand and Singapore are looking at the alternative protein and superfood potential from native and international seaweeds.  Riddet Institute Food Innovation Manager Arup Nag joined us on REX to tell us more.

Wine growers say more seasonal workers is a relief for the industry…  The Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme is set to increase by 3,000 more workers this year, the biggest increase in a decade…  The Government's also requiring employers to provide workers sick leave…  To tell us more, we we’re joined by NZ Winegrowers Chief Executive Philip Gregan.

A low-input sheep, one that requires little or no drenching, docking or dagging, sounds like the Holy Grail for most sheep farmers…  Well, a three-year Low Input Sheep Progeny Test, co-funded by B+LNZ and MPI and run at Orari Gorge Station near Geraldine, has come to an end…  Orari Gorge owner, Robert Peacock, joins us on REX to discuss the trial…

On this episode…  We take a look at the ramifications of the livestock shipping ban set to come into effect next year…  We discuss the rising number of wild pigs wreaking havoc on NZ farms…  And we look at how ‘knowing your numbers’ can have huge benefits for your farming business…  You can also listen to Rural Exchange on TodayFM Saturdays & Sundays 6 - 8am

Time for this week’s View From the Top Paddock; and joining us this week is former Feds President, current Vice-President of the World Farmers’ Organisation, and West Coast dairy farmer, Katie Milne.

Budget isn’t a word that inspires enthusiasm for most, but ex-banker and Rural Business Consultant with Wairarapa Property Consultants, Geordie McCallum, says his philosophy has always been to ‘know your numbers"... He joined us on REX to tell us more.

Livestock exports by sea are set to stop next year after the government passed a bill to ban them…  Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor said the ban would protect New Zealand's reputation for world-leading animal welfare standards, highlighting The Gulf Livestock 1 tragedy in September of 2020, where 6000 cattle and 41 crew died…  But what will the cost be to farmers and rural communities…  Joini...

Hamish and Rebecca were joined by REX Todays Dom George for a look back at the last week of news both Urban and Rural.

We took a look at the rural property market with the GM of rural at Property Brokers, Conrad Wilkshire to talk about Inflation, and the expedited busy upcoming spring months ahead in the market.

We caught up with Sandra Matthews from Tairāwhiti who took home the Rural Champion crown at the annual Beef + LambNZ Awards on Thursday night. 

An explosion in wild pigs eating lambs and ravaging pastures is on the rise, so we caught up with Federated Farmers Waitomo Chair Chris Irons about that and what else has been happening in the Waitomo District.   

On today's episode, calling from a wet Auckland climate, REX host Hamish McKay joins Dom George for a recap on last weekend's doubleheader at Eden Park, and Dom caught up with Former NZ Farmer turned Life Coach Shane Bird.

Calling from a wet Auckland climate, REX host Hamish McKay joins Dom George for a recap on last weekend's double-header at Eden Park.

Dom caught up with Former NZ Farmer turned Life Coach Shane Bird on Fridays REX Today.

A Federated Farmers rural connectivity survey has been challenged by wireless internet providers on how representative is an actually is of Farmers internet and connectivity links. Dom caught up with Mike Smith to get some answers. And after Beef + Lamb NZ launched innovative Meat vending machines in China, New Zealand global manager Michael Wan updated Dom in the somewhat odd business venture.

Beef +Lamb NZ has launched innovative Meat vending machines in China. New Zealand Beef + Lamb global manager Michael Wan updated Dom in the somewhat odd business venture.

A Federated Farmers rural connectivity survey has been challenged by wireless internet providers on how representative is an actually is of Farmers internet and connectivity links. Dom caught up with Mike Smith to get some answers.

On Todays show, Eggs might not be making it to your baskets shortly... Producers are warning they're in hot demand and short supply. Egg Producers Federation executive director Michael Brooks joined REX Today to tell us more. and North Canterbury Fish & Game have purchased a block of land of Glenarath Station for Salmon spawning. Steve Terry shares the good news with Dom.

North Canterbury Fish & Game have purchased a block of land of Glenarath Station for Salmon spawning. Steve Terry shares the good news with Dom.

Eggs might not be making it to your baskets shortly... Producers are warning they're in hot demand and short supply. Prices are also on the up, with astronomical feed prices from the Ukraine war and outdated rules sending the egg industry scrambling.  Egg Producers Federation executive director Michael Brooks joined REX Today to tell us more.

On today's show, A swapper bottle and milk keg system in the Waikato has been given a cash injection from the Government's brand new plastic innovations fund, and The Mudder is back after a two-year covid-induced hiatus! Runners got down and dirty in Marton last weekend and the event manager for the Mudder, Andrew Stewart, joins us to tell us how it went.