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CountryWide CONNECT

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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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Sarah Bell - Agritech report proposes knowledge bank to preserve farmer expertise 26.08.2026 18:11

This episode features Sarah Bell, Senior Researcher, Helen Clark Foundation discussing the need for good agritech policy to help revive rural communities.   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...

25th August 2026 // Rural News 25.08.2026 2:46

Nine-Point-Seven million dollar fund to tackle goats and deer in National Parks DairyNZ reappoints board director and committee member MPI Opens applications for On-Farm Support Science Scholarships   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 Cou...

Tony Trewinnard - Warmest late August in years for East, double the usual rain for West 25.08.2026 7:48

This episode features Tony Trewinnard, Blue Skies Weather discussing the latest weather situation update.   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...

DAIRY Country Panel - Australian family wins with off-grid robotic dairy setup 25.08.2026 12:28

This episode features Winning Innovative Farmer of the Year Award South Australia, Wes and Rita Hurrell, Son James Hurrell won Young Dairy Farmer of the Year discussing their successes.   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 Conn...

Gemma Rasmussen - Call for tougher rules on excessive supermarket markups 25.08.2026 14:07

This episode features Gemma Rasmussen, Head of Research and Advocacy, Consumer NZ discussing record mince prices and asks whether supermarkets are charging consumers too much.   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’...

Dr Nic Lees - Academic warns NZ First milk-supply policy vague fix to real problem 25.08.2026 11:36

This episode features Dr Nic Lees, Senior Lecturer in Agribusiness Management, Lincoln University discussing the newly proposed New Zealand First “Use It or Lose It” dairy policy through a non-political lens, and what it could mean for the 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...

Kevin Parish - New funding to return high-value blackcurrant extraction to NZ 25.08.2026 10:11

This episode features Kevin Parish, CEO, New Zealand Blackcurrant Co-operative discussing the three-year Blackcurrant Value Extraction Project and its potential to create more value from the crop.   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 Count...

Chris Morgan - Mastitis detection tool Bovonic heads to the UK, Ireland and beyond 25.08.2026 11:59

This episode features Chris Morgan, General Manager, Bovonic discussing the next stage of growth for Bovonic and its collaboration with MSD.   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. &n...

Mark Patterson - ‘This is serious policy’: NZ First’s value-added dairy processing plan 25.08.2026 11:56

This episode features Mark Patterson, NZ First MP discussing the Dairy Industry Restructuring Act and the party’s proposed changes to it.   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....

Wayne Nichol - New cultivar traits add flexibility heading into a dry spring 25.08.2026 12:00

Seed variety selection, backed by the right endophyte and seed treatment, does more to protect a pasture's productivity and persistence than any savings made by cutting corners. PGG Wrightson Seeds National Technical Manager Wayne Nichol says farmers should start with a feed budget and identify where the season will leave them short.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO...

Kate Scott - HortNZ backs IRD tax alert on non-compliant labour contractors 24.08.2026 12:43

This episode features Kate Scott, Chief Executive, Horticulture New Zealand discussing freshwater farm plans and the IRD tax investigation affecting the horticulture 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. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ o...

Kate Denholm - FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final heads to Canterbury in 2027 24.08.2026 8:31

This episode features Kate Denholm, Board Chair, Young Farmers discussing the 2027 Young Farmers Grand Final coming to Canterbury.   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...

John and Melanie McCaw - Top arable award goes to a ‘keep-it-simple’ Canterbury farm 24.08.2026 10:04

This episode features John and Melanie McCaw, McCaw Farming Ltd & 2026 Arable Farmer of the Year discussing the farming operation and what went into winning the 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 ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on...

Kent Weir - Ag Aviation body warns new spray drone rules need guardrails 24.08.2026 8:15

This episode features Kent Weir, Chair, New Zealand Agricultural Aviation Association discussing concerns from the aviation industry that rushed drone reforms could create safety and environmental risks.   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...

24th August 2026 // Rural News 24.08.2026 3:08

Federated Farmers survey finds pest crisis deepening despite increased farmer spending NZ First proposes tenfold increase in milk access for independent dairy processors Report says agritech could revitalise rural regions — but policy settings must be right   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple C...

Julia Hardwick-Smith - Kiwi triplet lambs survive at 68% while the world hits 85% 24.08.2026 12:28

This episode features Julia Hardwick-Smith, Kellogg Rural Leadership Programme Alumni discussing tackling triplet lamb survivability and the challenges around getting more triplet lambs through to a successful outcome.   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...

Kerry and Paul Harmer - Ballance Awards journey opened doors and built lasting connections 24.08.2026 10:14

This episode features Kerry and Paul Harmer, Canterbury Regional Supreme winners 2026 Ballance Farm Environment Awards discussing winning the award and why farmers should consider entering.   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...

Jo Townshend - Feedback sought on risk-based approach to treated seed 24.08.2026 7:30

This episode features Jo Townshend, Vice President, Seed & Grain New Zealand discussing the push for universal standards for treated seeds and why consistent standards matter for the 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. Or try the voice command ‘Play Country...

Simon Cameron - Record spending failing to slow surging pest numbers 24.08.2026 13:23

This episode features Simon Cameron, National Conservation Spokesperson, Federated Farmers discussing the findings from the 2026 National Pests Survey and what they reveal about pest issues facing farmers 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 via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the...

20th August 2026 // Rural News 20.08.2026 3:12

Planning system changes to better reflect real-world farming and food production Freshwater farm plan system to be simplified and risk-based Pāmu posts strongest operating result on record   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...

Sport Panel - Northland eyeing upset of unbeaten Canterbury in NPC 20.08.2026 11:09

This episode features Dave Worsley & Graeme "Sportsfreak" Beasley discussing a preview of this weekend’s sport.   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:...

Jaiden Drought - Election, weather and permitting uncertainty holding tractor buyers back 20.08.2026 11:39

This episode features Jaiden Drought, President, Tractor and Machinery Association (TAMA) discussing the latest trends in the machinery sector, including tractor sales being up.   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&rsqu...

Todd McClay - Vietnam trade deal to reopen honey and venison markets 20.08.2026 14:34

This episode features Todd McClay, Minister for Trade and Investment discussing access for Kiwi products into Vietnam and farm plan changes.   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. &n...

Mark Leslie - Productivity credited in driving Pāmu’s record profit gain 20.08.2026 12:05

This episode features Mark Leslie, CEO, Pāmu discussing the organisation’s FY26 results and what they reveal about the performance of its farming operations.   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 A...

Rosalind Crickett - ‘Perfect storm’: Strain on global logistics sees mixed GDT result 20.08.2026 10:13

This episode features Rosalind Crickett, Dairy Analyst, NZX discussing the latest Global Dairy Trade update, including what the auction result means for dairy markets.   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 Amaz...