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CountryWide CONNECT is the latest innovative daily livestreamed rural video/radio show broadcast at lunchtime 11am – 1pm Monday-Friday from Christchurch, New Zealand. The show is hosted by respected award-winning agribusiness broadcasters, Sarah Perriam-Lampp (formerly Sarah’s Country & Rural Exchange) and Andy Thompson (formerly The Rural Round-Up).Over two hours, Sarah & Andy cover the latest in New Zealand rural news, views, politics but most importantly in-depth technical farming advice to help improve farmers bottom lines! For more information & to subscribe to CountryWide, visit www.coun...

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9th July 2026 // Rural News 09.07.2026 2:33

New wool season opens with correction Second storm hits flood-hit Wairarapa as farmers face months of recovery Marlborough drenched but bull sale season described as incredible   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&rsquo...

Sport Panel: Experimental AB’s and Warriors winning ugly 09.07.2026 13:06

This episode features Brian "Gash" Ashby and Graeme "Sportsfreak" Beasley discussing the biggest sporting stories of the week and looking ahead to the weekend's 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 Ama...

Karen Williams - Nationwide deluge highlighting water storage priorities 09.07.2026 13:12

This episode features Karen Williams, Chief Executive, Irrigation NZ discussing insights from a recent visit to the UK's Cereals event and Diddly Squat Farm, the recent Wairarapa flooding, and how farmers should be preparing for a possible El Niño.   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...

Mark Dillon - NZ Ploughing team’s gear shipping mess raises 2029 hosting concerns 09.07.2026 8:38

This episode features Mark Dillon, NZ Ploughing Team discussing the shipping issues disrupting the team's plans and the challenges of getting equipment to international competition.   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&...

Tracy Brown - Plan Change 1: DairyNZ push to avoid farm plan duplication 09.07.2026 9:29

This episode features Tracy Brown, Chair, Dairy NZ discussing Waikato's Plan Change 1 and the push for practical, workable freshwater rules 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 CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Goo...

Shane McManaway - ‘Put your hand up and ask for help – it is there’: Wairarapa weather hits again 09.07.2026 10:57

This episode features Shane McManaway, MNZM, Chair, Growing Future Farmers, Founder & Chair, Zanda McDonald Award discussing the Wairarapa recovery following the recent severe weather.   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...

Matt Campbell - Up-and-coming spreading business wins Young Achiever’s Award 09.07.2026 8:06

This episode features Matt Campbell, Campbell Spreading discussing being named the Young Achiever at the 2026 Groundspread New Zealand Awards, discussing the recognition and his career in the spreading 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 command &l...

Tony Grindle - Northland market update: Record sales on per hectare basis 09.07.2026 8:55

This episode features Tony Grindle, Northland Country Manager, Bayleys discussing the latest country property market update from Northland.   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. &nb...

Jenny Cameron - Where do export opportunities lie in China’s wine consumption? 09.07.2026 12:39

This episode features Jenny Cameron, Deputy Director General, China Relations, MPI discussing her role, the current state of the New Zealand–China trade relationship, and the emerging opportunities for New Zealand's primary 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 or Android Auto. O...

8th July 2026 // Rural News 08.07.2026 3:12

Dairy prices post largest fall in two years DairyNZ calls for practical implementation of Waikato Plan Change Rural Professional Awards nominations open   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 Goo...

Laura Koot - The ag programme advancing young women’s careers 08.07.2026 12:06

This episode features Laura Koot, Executive Director, Fairlight Foundation discussing the Foundation's work supporting New Zealand's future rural leaders and the opportunities available for young people in 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 com...

Nicola Grigg - ‘Leading the way’: Insights into drop in farm acc claims 08.07.2026 14:08

This episode features Nicola Grigg, Associate ACC Minister discussing last week's Safer Farms event and discusses practical measures that could help reduce farm workplace injuries and ACC claims.   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 Countr...

Harriet Bremner & Tim Gorton - Farmer panel: What it’s like to be on Country Calendar 08.07.2026 17:22

This episode features Harriet Bremner & Tim Gorton discussing the key issues affecting farmers around the country.   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...

Rosalind Crickett - Supply outpacing demand sees GDT dive 4.9% 08.07.2026 9:14

This episode features Rosalind Crickett, Dairy Analyst, NZX discussing the latest Global Dairy Trade auction results and what they mean for dairy 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 G...

Dean Lester - How to make weather event recovery insurance claims work for you 08.07.2026 14:02

This episode features Dean Lester, Insurance Claims Preparer discussing practical advice on making insurance claims and the common mistakes people should avoid following weather-related events.   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...

Kate Truffit - NZ’s top chip pick revealed 08.07.2026 10:29

This episode features Kate Truffit, Chief Executive, Potatoes New Zealand  discussing new research revealing New Zealanders' favourite way to eat hot chips.   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...

Peter Savage - BNZ backs farmers to cut gas use under new loan scheme 08.07.2026 10:23

BNZ is encouraging farmers and processors to consider the upcoming gas transition loan guarantee scheme, under which the government backs up to 80% of an eligible bank loan taken out to shift a business off gas. Peter Savage, Head of Customer & Industry Insights - Agriculture at BNZ, says volatility in fuel prices and supply has turned energy resilience into a standing concern for the primary...

7th June 2026 // Rural News 07.07.2026 3:03

Greens propose synthetic nitrogen phase-out and stocking rate reductions in water policy NZ-India FTA already lifting export volumes Strangles outbreak detected in North Island thoroughbreds   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...

Tony Trewinnard - Settled weather to follow this system 07.07.2026 12:07

This episode features Tony Trewinnard, Blue Skies Weather discussing the latest weather situation update and what farmers can expect over the coming days.   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 G...

Dr Holly Blue - ‘Don’t panic, remain vigilant’: Strangles outbreak update 07.07.2026 8:20

This episode features Dr Holly Blue, Head of Veterinary Services, Equine, New Zealand Veterinary Association discussing the North Island strangles outbreak, what horse owners need to know, and the steps being taken to limit the spread of the disease.   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 An...

Mark Hooper - Feds name Greens fert phase out policy ‘completely mad’ 07.07.2026 9:35

This episode features Mark Hooper, Freshwater spokesperson, Federated Farmers discussing the Green Party's proposal to ban synthetic nitrogen fertiliser as part of its Drink, Swim, Fish policy and outlines the farming sector's concerns.   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...

Steve Abel - Greens respond to backlash over fert phase out policy 07.07.2026 16:53

This episode features Steve Abel, Ag Spokesperson, Green Party discussing the party's call to ban synthetic nitrogen fertiliser and why it believes the policy is necessary to improve freshwater quality.   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...

Blair Drysdale - 'It was a hell of a rigamarole': Changes simplify hemp growing 07.07.2026 14:25

This episode features Blair Drysdale, Owner, Hopefield Hemp discussing New Zealand's new hemp regulations and what they mean for the industry's 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. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Goog...

Phill Hunt - Where there's support for weather event recovery 07.07.2026 6:45

This episode features Phill Hunt, Chair and Otago trustee, Rural Support Trust provides an update from the ground on the support being offered to farmers affected by recent severe weather.   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...

Brook van Velden - ‘Let’s take death seriously’: Health and safety bill passes 07.07.2026 10:52

This episode features Brook van Velden, Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety discussing the Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill following its third reading, and what the changes mean for New Zealand 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 co...