CountryWide CONNECT

This episode features Craig Wiggins, Founder, Lean on a Gate discussing this year's Fieldays and providing an update on the organisation's latest work supporting rural wellbeing.   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&rsq...

This episode features Nick Beeby, Chief Executive, Meat Industry Association discussing New Zealand's second consecutive month of record red meat exports and what's driving the strong international demand.   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 ‘P...

This episode features James Meager, Minister for Hunting & Fishing discussing the passing of the Hunting and Fishing (HOSI) legislation into law and what it means for New Zealand hunters and anglers.   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...

This episode features Hugh Jackson, 2025 FMG Young Farmer of the year discussing his year as titleholder and what he expects as he prepares to pass the torch to the next champion.   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&rs...

This episode features Libby Price, Australian Rural Commentator discussing Australia's response to avian influenza and the latest developments surrounding paraquat approval.   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 Chris Gourley, CEO, Fern Energy discussing the latest fuel market update and why motorists are seeing prices heading down.   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...

This episode features Jack Gibbs, Banks Peninsula farmer discussing the journey towards possum-free farming and the benefits it's delivering for agriculture and biodiversity.   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 Tony Trewinnard, Blue Skies Weather discussing the latest weather outlook and what farmers can expect around the country 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...

This episode features Nicole McKee, Deputy Leader, Act Party discussing the party's pledge for a smaller government and what that could mean for 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’ on Amazon Alexa o...

This episode features Alistair Rayne, Canterbury dairy farmer discussing why keeping farming systems simple but profitable creates opportunity and freedom 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’ o...

This episode features Mark Patterson, Minister for Rural Communities discussing his tongue-in-cheek appointment as Minister of Space, his thoughts on last week's wool auction, and his visit to the Vegetable Industry Showcase.   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 vo...

Red meat exports hit second consecutive monthly record Federated Farmers urges Government to press ahead with conservation reform Vegetable industry makes case to Parliament for practical settings and sector growth 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-...

This episode features Richard Dawkins, Meat and Wool Chair, Federated Farmers discussing why the organisation is backing what it describes as commonsense conservation reform.   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 Te Radar, MC FMG Young Farmer Grand Final discussing what he's expecting from the country's premier young farming 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’ on Amazon Alexa or Google...

This episode features Shane McManaway, MNZM, Chair, Growing Future Farmers, Founder & Chair, Zanda McDonald Award discussing the ongoing Wairarapa clean-up 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 Count...

Secondhand machinery is reaching new value levels as replacement costs climb, drawing strong buyer demand to farm clearing sales, says George Wilson, livestock representative at Carrfields Livestock. A clearing sale marks the wind-down of a farming operation, often built over generations.  "It’s when a farmer liquidates all their assets, so that includes the livestock, the plant, and ma...

Paddock selection is the most common mistake in New Zealand maize growing and is costing farmers yield before the season begins, says Cameron Hussey, Sales Agronomist at Corson Maize. "It is a very simple crop to grow, but it all comes down to preparation and time," he says. “I think the biggest problem with New Zealand farmers is not allowing enough time to have everything planned, and that...

This episode features Ginny Dodunski, Programme Manager, Wormwise discussing when and why cattle should be treated for liver fluke this winter.   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...

This episode features Karen Williams, CEO, Irrigation New Zealand  discussing Irrigation New Zealand's call for a National Water Strategy.   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....

This episode features Kate Scott, CEO, Horticulture NZ discussing Horticulture New Zealand's new regional representative structure, and the upcoming conference.   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...

Wairarapa farmers and communities cut off after catastrophic flooding Wool season closes at historic highs HortNZ board directors re-elected uncontested   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.   Wairarapa f...

This episode features Rex Newman, President, HATA discussing Sow the Seed winning the Education and Training Award at the 2026 Primary Industries New Zealand Awards.   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 A...

This episode features Sandra Faulkner, New Vice President, Federated Farmers discussing election as Federated Farmers Vice President, and the priorities facing the organisation.   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 Sarah Donaldson, Wairarapa Area Controller, Rural Support Trust discussing severe weather impacts across Wairarapa and Lower Hutt.   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...

This episode features Penny Hoogerbrug, Studmaster, Kaharau Angus discussing New Zealand's record-breaking $220,000 Angus bull sale.   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.   App...