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Dom catches up with former NZ farmer, turned Life Coach, Shane Bird. 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 Future Post founder Jerome Wenzlick about winning the Supreme Award at the Marlborough Environment Awards, the expanding uses for the 100% recycled plastic posts and the growing international interest in its products. 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 Aid CEO John Warlters about the recent flooding in rural Western Queensland, the enormous stock losses incurred and the downstream consequences for other parts of Australia, including South Australia and Victoria. 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 Rural Aid CEO John Warlters about the recent flooding in rural Western Queensland, the enormous stock losses incurred and the downstream consequences for other parts of Australia, including South Australia and Victoria... He talks with Future Post founder Jerome Wenzlick about winning the Supreme Award at the Marlborough Environment Awards, the expanding uses for the 100% recycled plastic posts and the growing international interest in its products... And he catches up with former NZ farmer, turned Life Coach, Shane Bird. 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 Huinga dairy farmer Brendan Attrill about winning the Supreme Award at the Taranaki Ballance Farm Environment Awards, the family's commitment to generational sustainability across all farming operations and its focus on sustainable, rather than maximum, profits. 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 Agriculture and Trade Minister Todd McClay about the implications of US tariffs on NZ agriculture, his recent trip to the UAE and the first meetings of the Pastoral Sector Group. 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 (+1.6%), what effect US tariffs are having on the global dairy market and his recent trip to Las Vegas... He talks with Agriculture and Trade Minister Todd McClay about the implications of US tariffs on NZ agriculture, his recent trip to the UAE and the first meetings of the Pastoral Sector Group... And he talks with Huinga dairy farmer Brendan Attrill about winning the Supreme Award at the Taranaki Ballance Farm Environment Awards, the family's commitment to generational sustainability across all farming operations and its focus on sustainable, rather than maximum, profits. 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 (+1.6%), what effect US tariffs are having on the global dairy market and his recent trip to Las Vegas. 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 Bill Sweeney, the GM of NZ Farmers Livestock, about his career in the livestock industry, the origins and success of its online platform MyLiveStock and the current state of the livestock market. 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 Shepherdess magazine founder Kristy McGregor about celebrating five years in publication, the Shepherdess TV series and the Shepherdess Muster event. 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 Geoff Simmons, Parliamentary Commissioner for Environment Chief Economist, about a new report 'Examining the drivers of forestry in NZ', why the ETS could collapse unless the current rules are changed and why it's being welcomed by the sheep and beef sector. 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 Geoff Simmons, Parliamentary Commissioner for Environment Chief Economist, about a new report 'Examining the drivers of forestry in NZ', why the ETS could collapse unless the current rules are changed and why it's being welcomed by the sheep and beef sector... He talks with Shepherdess magazine founder Kristy McGregor about celebrating five years in publication, the Shepherdess TV series and the Shepherdess Muster event... And he talks with Bill Sweeney, the GM of NZ Farmers Livestock, about his career in the livestock industry, the origins and success of its online platform MyLiveStock and the current state of the livestock market. 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 WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the severe weather expected this week, what's causing it and which parts of the country are likely to be hit the hardest. 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 Molesworth Station Farm Manager Jim Ward about the extraordinary decades-long effort to eradicate bovine tuberculosis from NZ's largest station, what it took to get there and the sense of achievement at having finally reached the milestone. 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 Grasslanz Chief Technical Officer John Caradus about a new article in the New Zealand Journal of Agricultural Research examining the co-existence of genetically modified (GM) and non-GM plants in New Zealand industries, why it's challenging but achievable and why NZ needs to learn from past mistakes and determine effective methods for ensuring co-existence of GM, non-GM and organic farming systems. 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 Grasslanz Chief Technical Officer John Caradus about a new article in the New Zealand Journal of Agricultural Research examining the co-existence of genetically modified (GM) and non-GM plants in New Zealand industries, why it's challenging but achievable and why NZ needs to learn from past mistakes and determine effective methods for ensuring co-existence of GM, non-GM and organic farming systems...  He talks with Molesworth Station Farm Manager Jim Ward about the extraordinary decades-long effort to eradicate bovine tuberculosis from NZ's largest station, what it took to get there and the sense of achievement at having finally reached the milestone... And he talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the severe weather expected this week, what's causing it and which parts of the country are likely to be hit the hardest. 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 Josh Rushton from the Hekeao Feed Company in Mid Canterbury about its humble origins, producing top quality equine feed and its impending foray into overseas markets. 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 wild horse tamer Kelly Wilson about the upcoming annual Kaimanawa horse muster, her family's involvement with it and her career as an equestrian, bestselling author, award-winning photographer, reality TV star, equestrian and adventurer. 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 Donald's Farm Manager Sam Waugh about the recent annual Auckland Clash of the Colleges event, getting young people interested in farming as a career and what's in store for Donald's Farm in 2025. 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 Polly Logan, Distillery Manager at Tormore Distillery and President of the Malt Distillers Association of Scotland, about working for some of Scotland's most famous distilleries, her overseas adventures and collaborations and innovation in the whisky 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.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Polly Logan, Distillery Manager at Tormore Distillery and President of the Malt Distillers Association of Scotland, about working for some of Scotland's most famous distilleries, her overseas adventures and collaborations and innovation in the whisky industry... And he talks with Donald's Farm Manager Sam Waugh about the recent annual Auckland Clash of the Colleges event, getting young people interested in farming as a career and what's in store for Donald's Farm in 2025. 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 with Michael Brooks, New Zealand Feed Manufacturers Association Executive Director, about its popular new series of training workshops to deliver industry developed qualifications, the volatility of the international grain market and an update on the avian influenza outbreak detected at a Moeraki egg farm in December last year. 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 Campaign for Wool NZ GM Kara Biggs about the government's new policy on woollen fibre usage in government buildings, why it's important for growers and CFWNZ's ongoing projects. 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 NZ Winegrowers CEO Philip Gregan about the impact of US tariffs on the NZ wine industry, how growers and wine companies managing the large sauvignon blanc crop and the quality and quantity of vintage 2025. 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 wild horse tamer Kelly Wilson about the upcoming annual Kaimanawa horse muster, her family's involvement with it and her career as an equestrian, bestselling author, award-winning photographer, reality TV star, equestrian and adventurer... He talks with NZ Winegrowers CEO Philip Gregan about the impact of US tariffs on the NZ wine industry, how growers and wine companies managing the large sauvignon blanc crop and the quality and quantity of vintage 2025... He talks with Campaign for Wool NZ GM Kara Biggs about the government's new policy on woollen fibre usage in government buildings, why it's important for growers and CFWNZ's ongoing projects... And he talks with Michael Brooks, New Zealand Feed Manufacturers Association Executive Director, about its popular new series of training workshops to deliver industry developed qualifications, the volatility of the international grain market and an update on the avian influenza outbreak detected at a Moeraki egg farm in December last year. 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 wild horse tamer Kelly Wilson about the upcoming annual Kaimanawa horse muster, her family's involvement with it and her career as an equestrian, bestselling author, award-winning photographer, reality TV star, equestrian and adventurer. 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 Dairy Women's Network CEO Jules Benton about the upcoming Bayleys DWN2025 Success Through Inspiration Conference, the Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year gala dinner and Milking It 2.0. 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 Barbara Kelly from Event Ready Bodies Ltd about the Fitness for Farmers programme, how she helps farmers and tradies prevent and overcome injuries and what type of work it involves. 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 Damien Reynolds form Totaranui Stud about taking over the role of AngusPro Chair, what he hopes to achieve in the role and the current state of the beef 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.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Damien Reynolds form Totaranui Stud about taking over the role of AngusPro Chair, what he hopes to achieve in the role and the current state of the beef industry... He talks with Barbara Kelly from Event Ready Bodies Ltd about the Fitness for Farmers programme, how she helps farmers and tradies prevent and overcome injuries and what type of work it involves... And he talks with Dairy Women's Network CEO Jules Benton about the upcoming Bayleys DWN2025 Success Through Inspiration Conference, the Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year gala dinner and Milking It 2.0. 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 Brad and Courtney Edwards about winning the Auckland/Hauraki Share Farmers of the Year title at the recent NZDIA event. 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 Josh Rushton from the Hekeao Feed Company in Mid Canterbury about its humble origins, producing top quality equine feed and its impending foray into overseas markets. 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 Nick Siu, Director of Business and Entrepreneurship at the Asia New Zealand Foundation, about the purpose of the organisation, its role in facilitating farm and agriculture experiences and the best approach to marketing NZ's primary exports in Asia. 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 Nick Siu, Director of Business and Entrepreneurship at the Asia New Zealand Foundation, about the purpose of the organisation, its role in facilitating farm and agriculture experiences and the best approach to marketing NZ's primary exports in Asia... He talks with Josh Rushton from the Hekeao Feed Company in Mid Canterbury about its humble origins, producing top quality equine feed and its impending foray into overseas markets... And he talks with Brad and Courtney Edwards about winning the Auckland/Hauraki Share Farmers of the Year title at the recent NZDIA event. 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 dairy farmer Cam Smith about winning the Otago/Southland FMG Young Farmer of the Year Contest. 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 Agrecovery CEO Tony Wilson about the public consultation on the proposed regulation of Agrecovery’s Farm Plastics Product Stewardship Scheme, why it's a critical step forward and what the first stage of the scheme will cover. 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 Mark and Susannah Guscott from Glen Eden Farms in Ponatahi about being named the Regional Supreme Winners at the recent Greater Wellington Ballance Farm Environment Awards, the extraordinary history of the property and their successful diversification into sheep, beef, arable farming, carbon and tourism. 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 Mark and Susannah Guscott from Glen Eden Farms in Ponatahi about being named the Regional Supreme Winners at the recent Greater Wellington Ballance Farm Environment Awards, the extraordinary history of the property and their successful diversification into sheep, beef, arable farming, carbon and tourism... He talks with Agrecovery CEO Tony Wilson about the public consultation on the proposed regulation of Agrecovery’s Farm Plastics Product Stewardship Scheme, why it's a critical step forward and what the first stage of the scheme will cover... And he talks with Southland dairy farmer Cam Smith about winning the Otago/Southland FMG Young Farmer of the Year Contest. 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 Simon Quilty from Global AgriTrends about the US trade tariffs, why he thinks NZ is in a good place to weather the storm and why he's predicting record meat prices in the next 12-18 months. 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 Ross Dowling of Alexandra about taking out the All Around Cowboy national title for 2025, what it takes to win the title and his long career on the rodeo circuit, both in NZ and abroad. 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 Trish Pearce, Executive Adviser to the Equine Health Association, about a new system for tracking horses in NZ, why she believes it's needed and what will horse owners be required to do. 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 Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard about whether NZ should remain in the Paris Accord, the continued efforts to stay on top of wilding pines and his biggest concerns in his capacity as Biosecurity Minister. 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 Simon Quilty from Global AgriTrends about the US trade tariffs, why he thinks NZ is in a good place to weather the storm and why he's predicting record meat prices in the next 12-18 months. 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 Simon Quilty from Global AgriTrends about the US trade tariffs, why he thinks NZ is in a good place to weather the storm and why he's predicting record meat prices in the next 12-18 months... He talks with Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard about whether NZ should remain in the Paris Accord, the continued efforts to stay on top of wilding pines and his biggest concerns in his capacity as Biosecurity Minister... And he talks with Dr Trish Pearce, Executive Adviser to the Equine Health Association, about a new system for tracking horses in NZ, why she believes it's needed and what will horse owners be required to do. 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 John Booker from Longfield Stud about the history of the stud, its upcoming centenary celebrations and the changes he's seen in the sheep industry through the decades. 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 Ross Dowling of Alexandra about taking out the All Around Cowboy national title for 2025, what it takes to win the title and his long career on the rodeo circuit, both in NZ and abroad. 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 Meat Industry Association CEO Sirma Karapeeva about the decision by the United States to impose tariffs on New Zealand exports, what implications it could have for our red meat producers and the cost to consumers. 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 Meat Industry Association CEO Sirma Karapeeva about the decision by the United States to impose tariffs on New Zealand exports, what implications it could have for our red meat producers and the cost to consumers... He talks with Ross Dowling of Alexandra about taking out the All Around Cowboy national title for 2025, what it takes to win the title and his long career on the rodeo circuit, both in NZ and abroad... And he talks with John Booker from Longfield Stud about the history of the stud, its upcoming centenary celebrations and the changes he's seen in the sheep industry through the decades. 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-appointed Meet the Need Chair Nick Fisher about the importance of the farmer-led food charity, what he brings to the role and its plans 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 talks with Arjun Haszard, founder of Quick Brown Fox Coffee Liqueur, about visiting coffee bean farmers in Sumatra and Colombia, how and why he started the company and the use of NZ dairy in its products. 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.