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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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Rodeo welfare code review opens for consultation | Dr Matthew Stone, NAWAC 15.10.2026 9:27

This episode features Dr Matthew Stone, Chair, NAWAC discussing the rodeo code review and new standards.   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/...

Tabula marks 20 years in precision agriculture | Michael Whittaker, Tabula 15.10.2026 10:25

This episode features Michael Whittaker, CEO, Tabula discussing the evolution from TracMap to Tabula and the future of connected agriculture, including the role of technology in supporting 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 &lsqu...

What Aus mixed farms are selling for right now | Scott Petersen, McGrath Estate Agents 15.10.2026 10:13

This episode features Scott Petersen, Rural salesperson, McGrath Estate Agents discussing farm expansion in Australia and rural market cycles.   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....

Teachers pushing to restore Year 11 ag | Rex Newman, HATA 15.10.2026 8:46

This episode features Rex Newman, President, HATA discussing efforts to retain agricultural and horticultural science as a standalone Year 11 subject in the national curriculum.   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...

14th October 2026 | Rural News 14.10.2026 1:49

Agriculture teachers back ACT push to keep Year Eleven standalone subject Safer Farms urges farmers to check their footwear   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 : http...

NZ potato growers regain access to Taiwan | Kate Truffit, Potatoes New Zealand 14.10.2026 14:39

This episode features Kate Truffit, CEO, Potatoes New Zealand discussing efforts to secure fresh potato access to Taiwan and what the 2026/27 planting season looks like for growers.   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&...

ACT pushes to keep agriculture in Year 11 curriculum | Andrew Hoggard, ACT Party 14.10.2026 15:19

This episode features Andrew Hoggard, Agriculture Spokesperson, ACT Party discussing the fight to protect Year 11 sector education.   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.   Appl...

Wine industry mentoring the full supply chain | Nicky Grandorge, New Zealand Winegrowers 14.10.2026 7:21

This episode features Nicky Grandorge, Leadership & Communities Manager, New Zealand Winegrowers discussing the 2026 New Zealand Winegrowers Mentoring Programme and its role in supporting people across the wine 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 voi...

Food system model tests future NZ land-use scenarios | Nick Smith, Bioeconomy Science Institute 14.10.2026 12:56

This episode features Nick Smith, Senior Scientist at Bioeconomy Science Institute (Plant & Food Research) discussing system sustainability and land-use decisions.   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...

Inside NZ's domestic fresh produce supply chain | Emily Levenson 14.10.2026 10:23

This episode features Emily Levenson, Kellogg Rural Leadership Programme Alumni discussing domestic food security, supply chain vulnerabilities and rural leadership.   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...

Farmers asked to report mobile black spots | Craig Young, TUANZ 14.10.2026 14:12

This episode features Craig Young, Chief Executive Officer, TUANZ discussing the technical reality of decreasing rural mobile coverage and the connectivity challenges facing 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 Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWi...

13th October 2026 | Rural News 13.10.2026 2:51

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/countrywide-connect/id6761033881 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.country...

Cold snaps remain for next month | Tony Trewinnard, Blue Skies Weather 13.10.2026 13:23

This episode features Tony Trewinnard, Blue Skies Weather discussing the latest weather developments and what they could mean for rural communities and 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 Alex...

How this UK dairy farmer runs a New Zealand-style system | Amy Eggleston, thedairydaughter 13.10.2026 13:25

This episode features Amy Eggleston, thedairydaughter discusses running a New Zealand-style system and how they coped with the extreme heat over the past summer.   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...

What’s on at Poverty Bay A&P Show | Stephen Thomson 13.10.2026 9:29

This episode features Stephen Thomson, Poverty Bay A&P Spring Show discussing this weekend’s Poverty Bay A&P Spring Show.   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.  ...

Half of Fed Farmers survey report mobile coverage drop | Mark Hooper, Federated Farmers 13.10.2026 8:50

This episode features Mark Hooper, National Board Member & Telecommunications spokesperson, Federated Farmers discussing the 3G shutdown and rural New Zealand’s connectivity crisis.   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...

Australian pork producers seek compulsory origin labels | Libby Price 13.10.2026 11:38

This episode features Libby Price, Australian Rural Commentator discussing the Guzman y Gomez backlash and the fight for menu transparency.   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...

Beef + Lamb NZ Inc marks 40 years | Kit Arkwright, BLNZ 13.10.2026 12:49

This episode features Kit Arkwright, BLNZ, CEO discussing it’s legacy, supply chain collaboration and World Iron Awareness Week.   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.   A...

Parents’ Alliance supports return of rural school bus routes | Cameron Bagrie, The Parents Alliance 13.10.2026 12:19

This episode features Cameron Bagrie, Chair, The Parents Alliance discussing transport infrastructure, fiscal rigour and Labour’s pledge to restore rural school buses.   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...

Labour’s case-by-case return of rural school bus routes | Ginny Anderson, Labour Party 13.10.2026 13:37

This episode features Ginny Anderson, Spokesperson for Education, Labour Party discussing the party’s pledge to restore rural school buses and protect school attendance.   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’...

12th October 2026 | Rural News 12.10.2026 2:57

ECan upgrades 135 flood warning sites across Canterbury | Ian McKenzie, Environment Canterbury 12.10.2026 11:14

This episode features Ian McKenzie, Councillor, Environment Canterbury discussing efforts to strengthen Canterbury’s flood warning network and improve preparedness for flooding.   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 Connec...

Burning on pastoral leases needs resource and LINZ consents | Kate Cocks, High Country Accord 12.10.2026 10:15

This episode features Kate Cocks, Chair, High Country Accord discussing protecting remote stations and the role of aerial fire response in rural areas.   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...

Study finds one of 10 farmers accepts human-caused climate change | Professor Rebecca Priestley 12.10.2026 11:05

This episode features Professor Rebecca Priestley, School of Science in Society, Victoria University discussing the relationship between farmers, climate science and policy.   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...

Wool Online upgrades trading platform to handle more volume | Mark Hunter, Wool Online 12.10.2026 12:14

This episode features Mark Hunter, Co-owner, Wool Online discussing plans to overhaul traditional wool auctions and give growers greater control.   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 Hom...