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Dom talks with GreenXperts Principal Scientist Susan Harris about why she thinks the ETS Forestry Conversion Amendment Bill could be detrimental to NZ, how restricting carbon forestry could prevent hill country farmers earning extra income and why she believes the debate isn't as simple as forests vs sheep. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with GreenXperts Principal Scientist Susan Harris about why she thinks the ETS Forestry Conversion Amendment Bill could be detrimental to NZ, how restricting carbon forestry could prevent hill country farmers earning extra income and why she believes the debate isn't as simple as forests vs sheep... He talks with ferreter James Curry about his pest control business Jim's Bunny Hunters, how he trains and uses ferrets and dogs to catch rabbits and other pests and the recent success of his social media platforms... And he talks with Nelson Federated Farmers President Kerry Irvine about the extent of the damage to farms following recent flooding in the region, the mental toll on the local farmers and how people can help the recovery effort. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Dom Kalasih, CEO of Transporting NZ, about the Ministry of Transport’s surprise cancellation of a long-anticipated freight study, why he thinks it's a bad idea and why it's a critical time for New Zealand’s supply chain and transport system. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with independent economist Cameron Bagrie about whether New Zealand has become economically risk averse, the rise of political division and his major takeaways from Fieldays... And he talks with Dom Kalasih, CEO of Transporting NZ, about the Ministry of Transport’s surprise cancellation of a long-anticipated freight study, why he thinks it's a bad idea and why it's a critical time for New Zealand’s supply chain and transport system. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with independent economist Cameron Bagrie about whether New Zealand has become economically risk averse, the rise of political division and his major takeaways from Fieldays. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Rural Health Advocate Craig 'Wiggy' Wiggins about Club Connect, the government's plans to relax anti-money laundering checks and recent changes at Federated Farmers. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Aratiatia farm manager Carl Carmichael about applications being open for Pāmu's apprenticeship scheme, what the apprenticeship involves and the idea behind paying students while they're training in Taupō. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Onside co-founder and CEO Ryan Higgs about the launch of the agri-tech company's PCBU Enterprise, how the industry-first digital platform is designed to revolutionise shared safety management across agriculture supply chains in Australia and New Zealand and the success of the company so far. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Onside co-founder and CEO Ryan Higgs about the launch of the agri-tech company's PCBU Enterprise, how the industry-first digital platform is designed to revolutionise shared safety management across agriculture supply chains in Australia and New Zealand and the success of the company so far... He talks with Aratiatia farm manager Carl Carmichael about applications being open for Pāmu's apprenticeship scheme, what the apprenticeship involves and the idea behind paying students while they're training in Taupō... And he catches up with Rural Health Advocate Craig 'Wiggy' Wiggins about Club Connect, the government's plans to relax anti-money laundering checks and recent changes at Federated Farmers. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Chris Ireland from the Bragato Research Institute about a current trial looking at using ultra violet light to kill powdery mildew out in the vineyard, the principle behind it and other research projects he's been involved in. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Jake Linklater, the 2025 NZ Young Plant Producer of the Year, about the event in Christchurch, his current studies at Lincoln University and his role as nursery manager at Nova Natives in Templeton. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Karen Fraser and Stacey Cosnett, aka The Calf Experts, about their latest nationwide tour hosting events for farmers on rearing calves, the success of their roadshow and social media platforms and some of the key things to consider when calf rearing. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Karen Fraser and Stacey Cosnett, aka The Calf Experts, about their latest nationwide tour hosting events for farmers on rearing calves, the success of their roadshow and social media platforms and some of the key things to consider when calf rearing... He talks with Chris Ireland from the Bragato Research Institute about a current trial looking at using ultra violet light to kill powdery mildew out in the vineyard, the principle behind it and other research projects he's been involved in... And he talks with Jake Linklater, the 2025 NZ Young Plant Producer of the Year, about the event in Christchurch, his current studies at Lincoln University and his role as nursery manager at Nova Natives in Templeton. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Waikari Dog Trial Club secretary Ash Orr about its second online working dog sale on Friday, the success of the event and some of the standout sales. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.  

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with the newly crowned FMG Young Farmer of the Year Hugh Jackson about the event over the weekend, what the win means for him and what the future holds in his farming career... He talks with Freddy Gane from Kaituna Ridges in Marlborough about his recent trip to China, the deluge of rain that's hit the region in the last week and his unique suggestion for helping to fix some of the problems with the NZ wool industry... And he talks with Waikari Dog Trial Club secretary Ash Orr about its second online working dog sale on Friday, the success of the event and some of the standout sales. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with the newly crowned FMG Young Farmer of the Year Hugh Jackson about the event over the weekend, what the win means for him and what the future holds in his farming career. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Freddy Gane from Kaituna Ridges in Marlborough about his recent trip to China, the deluge of rain that's hit the region in the last week and his unique suggestion for helping to fix some of the problems with the NZ wool industry. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

In case you missed it, one of Dom's picks of the week is this chat with former first-class rugby player and professional coach Ben Herring about his new podcast, 'Coaching Culture with Ben Herring', his current role as Director of Rugby at Newington College in Sydney and his family's adventures on the road in the United States. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

In case you missed it, one of Dom's picks of the week is this chat with Southland farmer and ex-politician Eric Roy about receiving the Outstanding Contribution Award at the recent Primary Industries NZ Conference, his life in farming and his political career. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Marie Taylor, owner of the Plant Hawkes Bay Nursery, about her career specialising in breeding rare native plants, her work with the NZ Plant Producers Board and her former career as an ag journalist. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with former first-class rugby player and professional coach Ben Herring about his new podcast, 'Coaching Culture with Ben Herring', his current role as Director of Rugby at Newington College in Sydney and his family's adventures on the road in the United States. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with former first-class rugby player and professional coach Ben Herring about his new podcast, 'Coaching Culture with Ben Herring', his current role as Director of Rugby at Newington College in Sydney and his family's adventures on the road in the United States... He talks with Marie Taylor, owner of the Plant Hawkes Bay Nursery, about her career specialising in breeding rare native plants, her work with the NZ Plant Producers Board and her former career as an ag journalist... And he previews the Grand Final for Season 57 of the FMG Young Farmer of the Year Contest, with Justin Ruygrok (Northern), Jock Bourke (Taranaki/Manawatu), Hugh Jackson (Waikato/BOP), James Robbie (East Coast), George Letham (Tasman), Gareth McKerchar (Aorangi) and Cam Smith (Otago/Southland). Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom previews the Grand Final for Season 57 of the FMG Young Farmer of the Year Contest, with Justin Ruygrok (Northern), Jock Bourke (Taranaki/Manawatu), Hugh Jackson (Waikato/BOP), James Robbie (East Coast), George Letham (Tasman), Gareth McKerchar (Aorangi) and Cam Smith (Otago/Southland). Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Irrigation NZ CEO Karen Williams about hosting her Tasmanian counterpart, the key issues with irrigation and water storage facing NZ and RMA reform. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Canterbury dairy farmer Karl Dean about being elected National Dairy Chair for Federated Farmers, weather woes and attracting the next generation of New Zealand farmers. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.  

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch about the outlook for July, what's causing variable weather conditions and how to define a tornado... He talks with Irrigation NZ CEO Karen Williams about hosting her Tasmanian counterpart, the key issues with irrigation and water storage facing NZ and RMA reform... And he talks with Canterbury dairy farmer Karl Dean about being elected National Dairy Chair for Federated Farmers, weather woes and attracting the next generation of New Zealand farmers. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch about the outlook for July, what's causing variable weather conditions and how to define a tornado. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Kisti Lovie, newly appointed Associate Director for Horticulture NZ, about her dairy background, her involvement with her family's vegetable growing and arable operation and her pathway into governance. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Ewan Kelsall, Partnerships Manager at the Firearms Safety Authority, about new rules regarding purchasing ammunition and firearms registration, what's changed and the value of community hunting events. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event overnight (-4.1%), a dairy match made in heaven and sporting excellence... He talks with Ewan Kelsall, Partnerships Manager at the Firearms Safety Authority, about new rules regarding purchasing ammunition and firearms registration, what's changed and the value of community hunting events... And he talks with Kisti Lovie, newly appointed Associate Director for Horticulture NZ, about her dairy background, her involvement with her family's vegetable growing and arable operation and her pathway into governance. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event overnight (-4.1%), a dairy match made in heaven and sporting excellence. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Alpha Group senior business advisor Mike Arand about the construction of a new $115m biotech manufacturing facility underway in China, its nutraceutical exports and fermentation technologies, and the origins of the company in a West Auckland garage nearly three decades ago. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Mat Bailey from the North Canterbury Hunting Competition about this year's event, the absence of any controversy this year and the money and food they raised for charity. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Southland farmer and ex-politician Eric Roy about receiving the Outstanding Contribution Award at the recent Primary Industries NZ Conference, his life in farming and his political career. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Southland farmer and ex-politician Eric Roy about receiving the Outstanding Contribution Award at the recent Primary Industries NZ Conference, his life in farming and his political career... He talks with Mat Bailey from the North Canterbury Hunting Competition about this year's event, the absence of any controversy this year and the money and food they raised for charity... And he talks with Alpha Group senior business advisor Mike Arand about the construction of a new $115m biotech manufacturing facility underway in China, its nutraceutical exports and fermentation technologies, and the origins of the company in a West Auckland garage nearly three decades ago. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Dr Andrew Prest, director of Powered by Plants, about a world-first Kiwi-developed food technology that upcycles horticultural waste into high-value products, how it works and the benefits for NZ growers. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Anna Mitchell, Executive General Manager for Frontier at Chorus NZ Ltd, about the NZ Infrastructure Commission endorsing the opportunity to extend fibre broadband to 95% of the country, the potential return on investment for the country and the need for a national rural connectivity strategy. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Tasman farmer Brent Boyce about the impact of recent floods, the damage caused to properties, infrastructure and farmland and the possibility of more heavy rain later in the week. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Tasman farmer Brent Boyce about the impact of recent floods, the damage caused to properties, infrastructure and farmland and the possibility of more heavy rain later in the week... He talks with Anna Mitchell, Executive General Manager for Frontier at Chorus NZ Ltd, about the NZ Infrastructure Commission endorsing the opportunity to extend fibre broadband to 95% of the country, the potential return on investment for the country and the need for a national rural connectivity strategy... And he talks with Dr Andrew Prest, director of Powered by Plants, about a world-first Kiwi-developed food technology that upcycles horticultural waste into high-value products, how it works and the benefits for NZ growers. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

In case you missed it, one of Dom's picks of the week is this chat with Rockit Apple CEO Grant McBeath about being part of the recent Prime Minister's trade delegation to China, its new strategic partnership agreement with fruit store chain giant Xian Feng and the continuing global expansion of the brand. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

In case you missed it, one of Dom's picks of the week is this chat with Devold NZ General Manager Craig Smith about the second instalment of the Sheep to Shop Educational Programme, the importance of communication in the wool shed and breaking down barriers between growers, wool teams and brands. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Belle Binder, founder of Tasmanian-based Left Field agricultural recruitment agency, about how she started in the ag recruitment industry, her NZ connections and the potential for more collaboration with Tasmania and NZ on the agriculture front. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Rockit Apple CEO Grant McBeath about being part of the recent Prime Minister's trade delegation to China, its new strategic partnership agreement with fruit store chain giant Xian Feng and the continuing global expansion of the brand. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with newly elected Federated Farmers Meat & Fibre Chair Richard Dawkins about why he contested Toby Williams for the position, the current state of meat and wool sectors and his vision for the future... He talks with Rockit Apple CEO Grant McBeath about being part of the recent Prime Minister's trade delegation to China, its new strategic partnership agreement with fruit store chain giant Xian Feng and the continuing global expansion of the brand... And he talks with Belle Binder, founder of Tasmanian-based Left Field agricultural recruitment agency, about how she started in the ag recruitment industry, her NZ connections and the potential for more collaboration with Tasmania and NZ on the agriculture front. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with newly elected Federated Farmers Meat & Fibre Chair Richard Dawkins about why he contested Toby Williams for the position, the current state of meat and wool sectors and his vision for the future. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom catches up with rural health advocate Craig 'Wiggy' Wiggins about being stuck at Rotorua airport, rain at Fieldays and a date with the panel beater. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with West Scotland farmer Duncan Macalister about being elected Vice-President of the Scottish Farmers Union, his attendance at the recent Royal Highland Show and the Scottish Government’s decision to reject climate change advice to cut livestock numbers by more than 25% by 2040. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Ian Brennan from Cassie's Farm about winning the Trees on Farms award at the inaugural Growing Native Forests Champions Awards, abandoning an 18-year career in IT for a life amongst the trees and the farm's unique, low impact, continuous cover forestry model. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Ian Brennan from Cassie's Farm about winning the Trees on Farms award at the inaugural Growing Native Forests Champions Awards, abandoning an 18-year career in IT for a life amongst the trees and the farm's unique, low impact, continuous cover forestry model... He talks with West Scotland farmer Duncan Macalister about being elected Vice-President of the Scottish Farmers Union, his attendance at the recent Royal Highland Show and the Scottish Government’s decision to reject climate change advice to cut livestock numbers by more than 25% by 2040... And he catches up with rural health advocate Craig 'Wiggy' Wiggins about being stuck at Rotorua airport, rain at Fieldays and a date with the panel beater. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with health and performance coach Aaron Callaghan about the causes of stress, how best to manage it and its upside. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.