CountryWide CONNECT

This episode features Karen Williams, CEO, IrrigationNZ discussing storage, the Tuki Tuki Dam, and what farmers want this election. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features Te Radar, MC, FMG Young Farmer of the Year Competition discussing standout performers and what to expect from the FMG Young Farmer of the Year grand final. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features Joshua Tan, Executive Director, ExportNZ discussing the open letter pushing Government to sign, and the political tension around the deal. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In recent years, New Zealand's regulatory landscape for agri-chemicals has come under scrutiny. Farmers and growers have faced significant delays in the Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines (ACVM) approval process, leading to frustrations and challenges in maintaining competitive agricultural practices. This episode features Fenton Hazelwood, WestAg Trading discusses the government&rsqu...

This episode features Ewen Kelsell, Partnership Manager at Firearm Safety Authority discussing the fundatmentals of hunting as The Roar and duckshooting gets underway: always identify your target, wear high visibility clothing, and have a clear plan with your hunting party.  CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Vi...

This episode features Chris Gourley, CEO, Fern Energy discussing the current fuel supply challenges facing New Zealand's farmers and how they can navigate these issues effectively.  Most interesting, Chris explains how fuel pricing works with supply and demand during this Iran war oil crisis.  CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livest...

This episode features Brent Paterson from Rural Direction discussing how they are helping rural workers understand fair remuneration in New Zealand. Discover the salary calculator and its benefits for employees. To find out more: https://www.ruraldirections.co.nz/get-to-know-us/news/rural-directions-salary-survey CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural s...

This episode features Peter Handford, Managing Director, Groundtruth discussing how forestry is being worked into sheep and beef systems. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

- Fonterra payout hits bank accounts - a2 Milk profit forecast cut - Winston Peters slams India FTA push - DWN names leadership award finalists 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.   Pāmu's Record Profit Year S...

This episode features James Allen, CEO, AgFirst discussing how artificial intelligence is starting to shape farm decisions and productivity. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features Tony Trewinnard, Blue Skies Weather discussing a developing El Niño, June cold risks, and potential spring drought. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features Pete Morgan, Waikato discussing how artificial intelligence is being used to improve on-farm decisions and performance. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features Willie Bell, Co-Owner, Eath Designs discussing turning NZ wool into premium homeware and capturing value beyond the farm gate. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features Jo Luxton, Labour Party Spokesperson for Agriculture, Biosecurity and Customs discussing Labour’s engagement with Federated Farmers and where the India Free Trade Agreement sits separately. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio...

This episode features Stephen McNally, Principal Technical Advisor, IrrigationNZ discussing balancing irrigation efficiency, regulation and farm performance. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features John Gregan, Committee Member, Pasture Summit discussing what separates top-performing dairy farms and how they turn production into profit. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features Corrigan Sowman Chair, Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) discussing whether the co-op model is still fit for purpose and how it must evolve. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features Katie Milne Former Federated Farmers President and National Party Candidate for West Coast–Tasman discussing her move from Federated Farmers leadership into Parliament and what it means for rural representation. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch /...

Fonterra payout hits bank accounts   It's payday for Fonterra's eight thousand farmer-shareholders, with proceeds from the four-point-two billion dollar sale of the Mainland Group consumer business landing in bank accounts this week. The average payout is around four hundred thousand dollars per shareholder. Debt reduction is the clear priority for most farmers, with equipment upgrades, defer...

From Feds to Politics – Katie Milne on her move from Federated Farmers leadership into Parliament and what it means for rural representation. Future of Co-operatives – Corrigan Sowman (LIC) on whether the co-op model is still fit for purpose and how it must evolve. Grass to Cash – John Gregan (Pasture Summit) on what separates top-performing dairy farms and how they turn producti...

This episode features Justin Ruygrok, Regional Winner, Northern Young Farmers discussing being crowned Northern Young Farmer of the Year for the second time in a row. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features Dr Paul Bennett, Portfolio Leader for Integrated Bioenergy, Bioeconomy Science Institute discussing turning woody biomass into a domestic energy solution. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features Sir David Carter, Board Chair, Canterbury A&P Association discussing the reasoning behind the shift and what it means for the future of the event. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features John Stevenson, Chair, Fonterra Farmer Shareholders Council discussing the appointment of Richard Allen as CEO and what it means for farmer confidence and the co-op’s direction. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listene...

This episode features Kate Acland, Chair of Beef + Lamb New Zealand discussing why the red meat sector wants the India Free Trade Agreement signed now to unlock market access. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.