CountryWide CONNECT

This episode features Richard Lindroos, CEO, NZ Fieldays & Graeme Austin, Chair, NZ Fieldays discussing the success of this years event so far and the 15-year vision to turn Fieldays into a global mega-event.   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 &...

This episode features Mark Patterson, Minister for Rural Communities discussing newly announced government funding for rural wellbeing leaders and an $8 million investment in New Zealand strong wool.   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 Co...

This episode features Winston Peters, Deputy Prime Minister & New Zealand First leader discussing New Zealand First’s push on rural policy and reducing red tape 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 Connec...

CountryWide Connect - Show Summary Farmlands CEO Tanya Houghton discussing their commitment to the rural sector as a foundation partner of CountryWide Connect and supporting shareholders through industry challenges. LIC Chair Corrigan Sowman joins us to talk about the generational value of co-operatives, balancing on-farm efficiency with lower emissions, and navigating challenging times using data...

This episode features Kate Scott, CEO, Horticulture NZ discussing grower confidence, infrastructure resilience, water security and the future of New Zealand's 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&rs...

This episode features Mike Manning, General Manager of Innovation and Strategy and Chief Science Officer, Ravensdown reflecting on more than four decades of science-led innovation, sustainable nutrient management and his transition toward retirement.   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...

This episode features Tim Deane, Owner and Managing Director, Norsewear discussing Sir Edmund Hillary's original expedition socks, the launch of the new Wool Blacks beanie and why New Zealand wool remains world-class.   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 comm...

Food and Fibre exports forecast to hit record sixty-four billion dollars Government invests in land use options for Māori landowners Forty million dollar investment for rural catchment groups announced at Fieldays 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-w...

This episode features Brad Olsen, CEO, Infometrics discussing the rural economy, on-farm inflation, interest rates and what spending patterns at Fieldays tell us about the wider New Zealand economy.   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...

This episode features Mark Leslie, CEO, Pāmu discussing the newly launched LIFT Programme and how virtual fencing technology could transform New Zealand's sheep and beef 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&rsqu...

This episode features Andrew Hoggard, ACT Agriculture Spokesperson discussing the mood of rural New Zealand, the new Rural Workforce Visa, wild deer control pilots and practical climate 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 CountryW...

This episode features Rt Hon Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister discussing the record increase in export numbers released today, why he thinks a CGT would hurt farmers, and how National will prove they are committed to the 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...

This episode features Chris Hipkins, Leader, Labour Party discussing Labour's rural strategy, rebuilding trust with farmers and what the future could look like for the primary sector under a Labour Government.   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 &lsq...

This episode features Duncan Ross, Chief Operating Officer, Bayleys  discussing the newly released 2026 Rural Insight Report, confidence in the rural property market and investment opportunities beyond the farm gate.   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...

This episode features Stephen Guerin, CEO, PGG Wrightson discussing 175 years of supporting New Zealand farmers, growers 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 voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home....

CountryWide Connect - Show Summary PGG Wrightson Chief Executive Stephen Guerin as the company celebrates 175 years supporting New Zealand farmers, growers and rural communities. Bayleys Chief Operating Officer Duncan Ross discusses the newly released 2026 Rural Insight Report, confidence in the rural property market and investment opportunities beyond the farm gate. Labour Party Leader Chris Hipk...

This episode features Tim Ewing-Jarvie, Managing Director, Horizon Lab  discussing innovation, testing technology and the future of laboratory services supporting New Zealand's primary industries.   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...

This episode features Austin Heffernan, Dairy business unit lead, Allflex/SenseHub & Liam Kampshof, Founder and CEO, Bovonic discussing emerging livestock technologies and how digital tools are helping farmers make better management 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 Andro...

Fieldays underway at Mystery Creek ACT proposes dedicated rural workforce visa New scholarship to back emerging primary sector leaders 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.   Fieldays underway at Mystery Creek F...

This episode features Cheyne Gillooly, CEO, NZ Young Farmers discussing the future of the organisation, leadership development and the next generation of New Zealand 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 command ‘Play CountryWide Connect&rsq...

This episode features Charles Russell, Chief Executive, Mātai Pacific Iwi Collective discussing recent Ahuwhenua Trophy success and discuss what the award means for the business and wider Māori agribusiness 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...

This episode features Penny Ford, Executive for Corporate & Institutional Banking, BNZ discussing the rural economy, investment trends and the outlook for agribusiness.   This podcast is solely for information purposes. It's not financial or other professional advice. No party, including BNZ, is liable for direct or indirect loss or damage resulting from the content of this podcast. &nbsp...

This episode features Andrew Mockford, Chair, Irrigation NZ discussing the importance of irrigation infrastructure and the opportunities and challenges facing 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 CountryWide Connect’ on A...

This episode features Mike Casey, CEO, Rewiring Aotearoa discussing farm electrification, energy resilience and opportunities for 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 CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google...

This episode features Shane Jones, Minister for Oceans and Fisheries, Regional Development, Associate Energy Minister discussing energy pathways 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 Ale...