The Country

We congratulate Labour’s trade spokesman (and former Minister of Agriculture) for his party finally coming up with some agriculture policy, as leader Chris Hipkins says Labour will not campaign on pricing agricultural emissions. And just who is to blame for carbon farming gobbling up some of our productive pastoral, food-producing land? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A South Otago cattle farmer has found himself an overnight sensation as a social media influencer. How did this come about? And why did banging on a hammer in a workshop at 2 am change his life’s trajectory? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RaboResearch's senior animal protein analyst reviews the bank's September Agribusiness Monthly Report, which shows commodity outlooks remain positive despite rising farm input costs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our UK farming correspondent talks about the end of the drought, tough times for arable farmers, and the Conservatives looking to scrap the controversial farm inheritance tax. Plus, we ask if he’s seen Harry and Meghan in his travels. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of New Zealand’s leading primary sector academics explains why nostalgia for past farming practises ignores modern realities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamie Mackay talks to Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Tom Young, Rowena Duncum, Craig Wiggins, and Phil Duncan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s farmer/politician panel features the Associate Minister of Agriculture and a “renowned Wellington property magnate” who’s also the MP for Northland. Today, we ponder the Q+A rural issues debate, taxes, net zero, the Paris Agreement, KiwiSaver for young farmers, and the Greens wanting to get into the supermarket business. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Affco’s national livestock manager looks at the prospects for lamb for the 26/27 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We chat to The Country’s former producer, who is also an avid hunter, about a new survey which shows New Zealand’s pest problem has reached crisis point, with farmers spending more money and effort controlling pests - but still going backwards. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lean on a Gate, Talk to a Mate founder on Mid Canterbury’s arable farming challenges and the palm kernel versus local grain debate. Plus, spring weather conditions, crop prospects, and workplace resilience training for rural communities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday’s resident weatherman on the impending Super El Niño. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Watt talks to Dana Carver about why investing in wellbeing is not just good for people, it's good for business. Drawing on her experience running a dairy farm alongside her husband Tony, Dana shares how creating the right support systems around people can build resilience, improve decision-making, strengthen staff retention, and help create workplaces where individuals and teams can thriv...

Hamish McKay talks to Dr Elizabeth Heeg, Emma Poole and Tim Dangen, Michael Harvey, Megan Whitehead, and Alec Astle.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hamish McKay talks to Neville Clark, Sandra Faulkner, Chris Russell, Aaron Cruden, and Chris Brandolino.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federated Farmers Vice President Sandra Faulkner discusses New Zealand’s new emergency management legislation and what it means for rural communities. She explains how guaranteed rural representation in emergency planning and response will help improve outcomes during floods, fires, and other major events, while also highlighting the importance of new powers to protect livestock and companio...

Neville Clark joins the show from Gisborne to discuss strong livestock market conditions, the start of the spring bull sale season, and the opportunities emerging from significant vineyard removals across the region. He shares his outlook on farming through changing weather patterns, highlights the resilience and adaptability of East Coast farmers, and reflects on a busy rural events calendar, inc...

Australian correspondent Chris Russell joins the show to compare lamb market trends on both sides of the Tasman, discuss a landmark Murray-Darling Basin court ruling and its implications for irrigators, and examine the challenges facing farmers following restrictions on paraquat use. He also shares insights into the latest developments in Australian agriculture and rounds out the conversation with...

Former All Black Aaron Cruden previews a pivotal Rugby Championship clash between the All Blacks and South Africa. He shares his thoughts on Dave Rennie’s unexpected team selections, the impact of key changes in the forward pack, and the importance of competition for places within the squad. Cruden also discusses the exciting development of young first five Reuben Love and why his running ga...

Chief Scientist at Earth Science NZ discusses El Nino, and the erratic start to spring across the country.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hamish McKay talks to Wayne Langford, Laura Koot, David Short, and Carla de Wet.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We catch up with the former Federated Farmers President about life post presidency, the proposed changes to homekill rules, and celebrating 30 years of the Landcare Trust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The former CE of Fairlight is stepping back to start up her own businesses; she talks about how her current journey and what motivated her to start a new project.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inventor, innovator, farmer, and the brains behind the portable shearing "Handy Piece", and how demand has grown, and his Lamborghini replica project.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Waikato Dairy Farmer, talks about the difference the new amendment to Kiwi Saver that is currently going through the select committee, could make for young people wanting to purchase a farm.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hamish McKay talks to Christopher Luxon, Matt Bolger, Michael Harvey, and Tim Dangen and Emma Poole.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.