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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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Samantha Gray - Supplement export rules to be modernised for $2.3 billion sector 25.09.2026 15:38

This episode features Samantha Gray, Government Affairs Director, Natural Health Products NZ discussing Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard’s move to modernise export regulations for New Zealand’s $2.3 billion dietary supplements and natural health products sector.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the sh...

Ruth Leary - AgriZeroNZ seeks a model to reward farmers for cutting methane 25.09.2026 14:40

This episode features Ruth Leary, Head of Strategy and Engagement, AgriZeroNZ discussing the latest from AgriZeroNZ and the push to develop practical technologies to help agriculture reduce emissions.   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 C...

Dr Liz Shackleton - Industry seeks early consultation on new ACVM regulations 25.09.2026 13:29

This episode features Dr Liz Shackleton, Chief Executive, Animal and Plant Health New Zealand discussing the ACVM Amendment Bill and whether regulatory changes can give NZ farmers faster access to new agricultural and animal-health innovations.   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...

Dr Nic Lees - Ingredients and food service drive Fonterra profit growth 25.09.2026 9:15

This episode features Dr Nic Lees, Senior Lecturer Department of Agribusiness and Markets, Lincoln University discussing the record $3.4 billion profit, what's driving the result and the co-op's strategic pivot towards B2B 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...

Kaitlin Bates - Meet the Farmlands field officer who’s a Rural Rugby Legends referee 25.09.2026 8:21

This episode features Kaitlin Bates, Rugby Referee discussing Rural rugby, the grassroots game and a look at what's happening around the country.   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...

Jo Luxton - How Labour plans to fix sharemilking law for contract milkers 25.09.2026 10:24

This episode features Jo Luxton, Labour Party Spokesperson for Agriculture, Biosecurity and Customs discussing Labour's commitment to review and fix the Sharemilking Agreements Act, why Federated Farmers has welcomed the move, and what any changes could mean for contract milkers, sharemilkers and farm owners.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Co...

24th September 2026 // Rural News 24.09.2026 2:35

Fonterra posts strong FY26 result New dairy welfare code sets higher standards ACVM Amendment Bill passes third reading   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://...

Kate Scott - ‘Good framework’: HortNZ welcomes ACVM Amendment Bill 24.09.2026 13:12

This episode features Kate Scott, CEO, Horticulture New Zealand discussing how changes to the RMA will deliver for horticulture and what the reforms could mean 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’ on...

Fonterra Panel - Extended Panel: Fonterra FY26 results analysis 24.09.2026 27:29

This episode features Sarah, Anne Lee and Andy discussing Fonterra FY26, following the co-operative’s annual results.   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...

John Stevenson - Fonterra council vows to keep pressure on co-op after record year 24.09.2026 8:55

This episode features John Stevenson, Chair, Fonterra Co-operative Council discussing his tenure before stepping down in November and his time representing Fonterra 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...

Dr Helen Beattie - VAWA’s critiques of new dairy cattle welfare code 24.09.2026 11:51

This episode features Dr Helen Beattie, Managing Director, Veterinarians for Animal Welfare Aotearoa  discussing how the new Dairy Cattle Welfare Code delivers for farmers and the herd.   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...

Tim Fulton - Agriculture spokespeople face on-record debate ahead of election 24.09.2026 10:23

This episode features Tim Fulton, Chair, NZAGJ discussing the election debate for rural New Zealand and the key issues facing rural voters.   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...

Nicola Grigg - New dairy code matches global consumer welfare expectations 24.09.2026 13:29

This episode features Nicola Grigg, Acting Minister of Agriculture discussing the changes to the New Dairy Cattle Welfare Code.   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 :...

Blair Drysdale - Southland farmer says primary sector missing from major party policies 23.09.2026 10:56

This episode features Blair Drysdale discussing primary sector representation in the lead up to the election.   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...

Murray Bush - New alliance unites honey sector 23.09.2026 9:39

This episode features Murray Bush, Chair, Honey and Bees New Zealand discussing the new alliance protecting New Zealand’s honey and pollination future and the work being brought together across 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 &l...

Brodie Davis - Report says rural governance needs longer-term generational thinking 23.09.2026 12:01

This episode features Brodie Davis, Kellogg Rural Leadership Alumni discussing what enables enduring place-based rural governance in Aotearoa 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 G...

Oscar Goodman - Hunting app’s new tool predicts exact animal locations in a block 23.09.2026 14:20

This episode features Oscar Goodman, Founder/CEO, WildVision discussing the development of its hunting app and the technology being created for hunters.   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...

Brendan Hoare - Organic sector eyes doubling exports through funded growth path 23.09.2026 13:20

This episode features Brendan Hoare, Advisor and spokesperson, OANZ discussing the Organic Scorecard and who is backing the future of New Zealand farming.   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...

22nd September 2026 // Rural News 22.09.2026 2:45

New Zealand and India ratify free trade agreement Election scorecard lets voters compare party organic policies Southland records wettest winter In 45 years   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...

Tony Trewinnard - Westerlies to increase from mid-October with West Coast gales 22.09.2026 12:59

This episode features Tony Trewinnard, Blue Skies Weather discussing a situation update and the latest weather picture.   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://...

DAIRY Country Panel - Southland dairy farmer shares life with growing online following 22.09.2026 11:37

This episode features Tracy Henderson, Legendairies Ltd discussing life after growing an online following.   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.co...

Hugh Ritchie - Citrus sector urging quality over cheaper imports 22.09.2026 11:54

This episode features Hugh Ritchie, Chair, Citrus New Zealand discussing the key takeaways and industry mood from the recent Citrus New Zealand Forum.   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 Googl...

Hugh Devereux-Mack - Green Party and ACT fronting firearm group town hall meetings 22.09.2026 11:33

This episode features Hugh Devereux-Mack, Council of Licensed Firearms Owners, spokesperson discussing COLFO’s digital town halls and its engagement with political parties ahead of the election.   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 C...

Peter van Elzakker - Beef-on-dairy genetics climb towards 15% of dairy market 22.09.2026 8:15

This episode features Peter van Elzakker, Manager Grass-Fed Genetics, CRV discussing how beef-on-dairy is adding value beyond the farm gate and the opportunities for integrating beef genetics into dairy systems.   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 &l...

Pete Oswald - Should Douglas fir be outlawed to curb wilding spread? 22.09.2026 8:37

This episode features Pete Oswald, Programme Director, Central Wilding Pines discussing why forestry’s goodwill isn’t stopping the spread of wilding conifers and the challenges of controlling their expansion.   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 c...