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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Labour MP Kieran McAnulty about bipartisan politics, the state of local government and the strong public opposition to the proposed toll for the Manawatu Gorge road replacement highway... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the deluge hitting many parts of NZ, the October outlook and the possibility of a La Nina event... And he talks with Colin Bond, CEO of NZ Kiwifruit Growers Inc., about the raft of milestones for the industry being celebrated this year, the current market conditions and what's in store for the upcoming season. 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 dairy analyst Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+1.2%) and the current strength of the NZ dairy sector... He talks with Sarah O'Connell from MPI about her roles as a facilitator for farm groups, her new appointment with DINZ and her impending trip to South Africa with the NZ Masters hockey team... He talks with Mike Prendergast, GM Sales and Business Development at Blue Pacific Minerals, about Optimate Empower, a mineral, probiotic, toxin binding mix herd feed supplement, how you can get your hands on some and reproduction success in cattle... And he catches up with rural health advocate Craig 'Wiggy' Wiggins. 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 Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Chair Toby Williams about 02.10.24... He talks with Meat Industry Association Chair Nathan Guy about the recent trade deal with the UAE, what it means for the NZ red meat sector and the proposed closure of the Smithfield plant in Timaru... He talks with Hakataramea Valley farmer Jess Turnbull about the Farmer Time in Schools virtual educational programme, what she teaches the students and how other farmers can get involved... And he catches up with Rob Auld from Auld Farm Distillery about its new single-grain oat whisky, the farm's 100th anniversary and the current farming conditions in 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.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with AgResearch Chief Scientist Dr Axel Heiser about a series of new projects funded by the government’s Endeavour Fund, featuring research using technology known as RNAi to control fungal diseases threatening plants and animals, nanofertilisers to reduce pollution from nitrogen loss, and development of new generation biomaterials from protein... He talks with NZ aviation legend Richard Rayward about his early years as a TV cameraman filming deer in the backcountry in the 1960s, setting up Air Safaris in Tekapo and the changing role of agritourism in NZ... And he talks with Rochelle Flint, chief brand and product officer of Bremworth, about screening the country’s first complete TV commercial made by artificial intelligence (AI). 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 a special episode of the REX Rural Exchange Daily Podcast host Dominic George interviews the three authors of the report, Chris Parsons, Dr Ellen Joan Ford and Josh Williams alongside Rural Leaders CEO Lisa Rogers to gain a more in-depth understanding of what it means for rural New Zealand. 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 this episode, we chat with Ryan Cosgrove from the Campaign for Wool, who reveals the untapped potential of wool through data-driven insights and why colour, not micron, may be the key to capturing more value. Get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about wool.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with RaboResearch analyst Paul Joules about the likelihood of skyrocketing chocolate prices in the months to come, the global cocoa shortage due to a disappointing harvest in West Africa and the reaction of chocolate producers... He talks with Waikaka publican Daryl Meikle, in the latest edition of the REX Rural Publican series, about the community response to the keep the pub open, the history of the pub and the ghosts that still haunt it... He talks with Luke Hartnell from Precision Pest Control about his journey from city boy to hunter, making a living in pest control and the technology he uses... And he talks with Dairy Companies Association of NZ Executive Director Kimberly Crewther about the benefits for the dairy sector following the announcement of a trade agreement between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and New Zealand. 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 Federated Farmers President Jason Herrick about the appalling wet conditions in Southland, how he's coping personally and ongoing battles with the Gore District Council... He talks with Richard Dawkins from The Pyramid in Marlborough about his highly successful attempts to minimise lambing losses, why lamb mortality needs a culture shift and his calls for a Primary ITO standard on lamb management... And he talks with Dr Edwin Massey, NZ Winegrowers GM of Sustainability, about its Roadmap to Net Zero 2050, the key milestones along the way and who's currently leading the way. 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 dairy analyst Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about Fonterra's FY24 results... He talks with Federated Farmers Dairy Chair Richard McIntyre about his perspective of the co-op's results... He talks with Amanda Henderson from Beef+Lamb NZ about her role as Extension Manager for Tasman and Marlborough, the family farm at Kairuru on Takaka Hill and the interesting story of the quarry on the property... And he talks with Chloe Walker from Precision Farming about the launch of its integration with John Deere Operations Centre to automate nutrient and spray record keeping and N-cap compliance for 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 Maniototo farmer Emma Crutchley about spring snow events, making good decisions and rural leadership... He talks with Mike Prendergast, GM Sales and Business Development with Blue Pacific Minerals, about foliar fertilisers, their advantages and how you can get your hands on some... And he talks with Scott Graham from Specialist Rural Services about his life in fencing, his work fencing overseas and the changing face of fencing technology. 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 Emma Higgins, Rabobank Senior Agricultural Analyst, about a new report which looks at how NZ could potentially benefit from a Chinese investigation into the dairy subsidies provided by the EU and several of its member states... He talks with Chris Ford from Farm Training Canterbury about the programme which started during covid which trains and finds work for people in the dairy sector... He talks with Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard about the proposed changes to the Biosecurity Act... And he talks with Beef+Lamb NZ National Extension Programme Manager, Olivia Weatherburn, about its funding for two people to undertake a Kellogg Rural Leadership course. 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 this week's episode of Real Optimism, Brenna Townshend and Kate Gwilliam share their journey in AgTech, discussing the challenges of data sharing, innovation under pressure, and the power of collaboration. Insightful, bold, and packed with lessons for the future of farming tech.

As part of the new series on REX brought to you by Dairy Women’s Network in association with Figured and CMK Dom catches up with John Dazley and Sally Coombe from CMK Accountants. Dom catches up with the Nolan's on the latest updates from their Dairy farm, how the weather has been impacting their work over the past few weeks, the impact CMK and Figured has had on their financial planning and more. Stay tuned for more episodes coming to you on REX, wherever you listen.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with David Tyney from Cirro Wines about becoming the first NZ wine company to have illegal copies of its wine found in the Chinese market, fighting frost on the Marlborough vineyard and working on one of the highest vineyards on earth in the Yunnan Province... He talks with DairyNZ Head of Economics, Mark Storey, about the latest quarterly update, the national break-even forecast and what interest rate changes mean for dairy farmers... He talks with Nico Butler, Farm Manager at Ongaha in the Wairarapa, about being named as a finalist in the Zimmatic Trailblazer Sustainable Irrigation Awards... And he talks with Breeze Dunedin breakfast co-host Damian Newell about the 2024 Bird of the Year, the Hoiho, or Yellow-eyed penguin. 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 Alistair Schorn from Organics Aotearoa NZ about a new research paper which looks at NZ's Free Trade Agreements with the EU and the UK and what impact they'll have as the EU rolls out its 'Green Deal'... He talks with Ben Todhunter from Cleardale Station about becoming the first New Zealander to be appointed to the board of Angus Australia, the events that led to it and his role with NZ Merino... And he talks with Patoka farmer Isabelle Crawshaw about the recognition she received for her role in the response and recovery effort in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle, her role in the local Rural Community Board and the recent Netball NZ Open Champs, where she competed for Hawke's Bay. 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 (+0.8%)... He talks with Patrick Cotter, a third year Lincoln University student who also works part-time for Exquisite Wool Traders and with Nadia Lim on the Wool Pot project... He talks with Dave Burridge from PGG Wrightson Wool about the spring auction season, auctions vs contracts and his 40-odd year career in the wool industry... And he talks with former NZ farmer turned Life Coach, Shane Bird, about morning exercise and positive thinking. 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 Grant Wilson from Ag Drive about the alarming rate of quad bike deaths on NZ farms this year, what the main causes are and what can be done to mitigate it... He talks with Jen Corkran, Rabobank Senior Animal Proteins Analyst, about her new report looking into the long-term outlook for NZ sheepmeat, the current industry 'down cycle and what can be done to turn the corner... He talks with Skye Macdonald from Middlehurst Farm Store & Butchery in Kaikoura about breeding, raising, processing and selling their own meat, working in the family business and its latest collaboration with Burger Burger... And he talks with Dr Cara Brosnahan, Principal Scientist of Animal Health Research at Beef+LambNZ about the creation of seven new Livestock Parasite Management farmer learning groups, what the major issues are and what they hope to achieve. 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 Waitaki MP Miles Anderson about his first term in Parliament, the big issues on the table and the family farm... He talks with Ket Bradshaw from the South Marlborough Landscape Restoration Trust about wilding pines, cycling and cross country skiing... And he catches up with Agritourism NZ CEO Marijke Dunselman about the recent Beef+LambNZ innovation conference, opportunities for agritourism ventures and becoming a member of Agritourism NZ. 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 this episode, we sit down with Derek Josie, a fourth-generation dairy farmer from Oregon, whose candid approach to farming has earned him a loyal following online. We dive into Derek’s journey, discussing everything from the realities of modern farming to the power of authenticity in an industry often misrepresented. Get ready for some laughs, insights, and real talk about the highs and lows of farm life. Whether you’re a farmer or consumer, Derek’s refreshingly honest take on agriculture will leave you inspired.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Tasman orchardist Hamish Rush about the 2024 Horti Boys calendar (which has raised over $25,000 for mental health), the process of making it and their desire for someone else to take over the calendar (plus how you can get your hands on one via the REX social media platforms)... He talks with Craig McMillan from Heliventures NZ about pest control, fertiliser and weed spraying and fire fighting... He talks with Hazlett South Island GM of Livestock, Ed Marfell, about its partnership with Meat the Need, spring prices and Tasman's Ranfurly Shield victory... And he talks with Jim Burrows from Glen Lake Station about surviving the drought in North Canterbury and whether he might have another crack in the Mint Lamb competition, after his successful debut 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.

On today's episode of the REX Rural Exchange news podcast, Dom talks with Luke Thompson, PGG Wrightson Upper South Island Deer Specialist, about how he got into deer farming, the current state of the industry and playing in four Rugby World Cups for Japan... He talks with outgoing Fieldays CEO Peter Nation about his decision to retire from the role, the changes he's seen over the years and relevance of Fieldays for farmers in an increasingly technical age... And he talks with Craig "Wiggy' Wiggins about the proposed closure of Whitestone Pulp mills in his native Raetihi and showing some kindness to tractor and machinery drivers. 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 episode of the REX Rural Exchange news podcast, Dom talks with Pork Hutchinson from Whangamomona about Welsh black cattle, his accommodation side hustle and pig hunting... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the erratic yeBarbt typical September weather, high winds and dry spots... He talks with Barbara McKay from Golden Bay about being recognised for her efforts in the community over last 60-odd years, old-school country life and her rugby-playing grandsons... And he talks with one of the four finalists in this year's Zimmatic Trailblazer Sustainable Irrigation Awards, Ben Johnson, from Bodiam Dairies near Ashburton. 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 Proudfoot, Head of Agribusiness at KPMG, about 'The Common Ground', a proposed collaboration platform, launched today in partnership between KPMG and AGMARDT, designed to reduce inefficiency and bring food and fibre organisations together and presented as part of the thought leadership report, 'Are industry good organisations good for industry?'... He talks with Federated Farmers freshwater spokesperson, Colin Hurst, about the government's pause on the rollout of freshwater farm plans, what it means for farmers and what the next steps might be... And he catches up with the Carter's Brand Ambassador Richard Loe about his sheep being attacked by dogs, the continued dry conditions in Canterbury and the All Blacks' back-to-back losses in South Africa. 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.

As part of the new series on REX brought to you by Dairy Women’s Network in association with Figured and CMK Dom catches up with John Dazley and Sally Coombe from CMK Accountants. They discuss a recent financial planning session with farmers Addie and Kip Nolan, focusing on where they are now and how they can best utilise their current position to achieve future goals. Stay tuned for more episodes coming to you on REX, wherever you listen.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Angie Fisher, Senior Agricultural Analyst at Beef+Lamb NZ about its New Season Outlook for sheep and beef farmers, why farm profitability is forecast to drop and whether there are any bright spots on the horizon... He talks with Rangitikei farmer Sophie Henderson about her business, Foster Ideas, her role as an associate director of Ovis Management Ltd and her Kellogg report from 2017... And he talks with Otago farmer John Latta about the outlook for sheep and beef, his corporate forestry neighbour in Owaka and his role on the Otago Country Rugby Board. 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 this episode, Julia chat's with Susannah Bately from Sharesies about the rise of retail investors and how they're transforming the market. We dive into how companies must evolve their investor relations to engage this new, dynamic force and adapt to the future of investing.

On today's episode of the REX Rural Exchange news podcast fill-in host Julia Jones chats with Shanghai-based Hunter McGregor about the Chinese agriculture market and what he is seeing over there... She talks to Mīti Beef Bar Founder Daniel Carson about his innovative attempt at entering the global meat snack market... Julia catches up with Dairy Women's Network CEO Jules Benton to talk about a new partnership between DWN and Rabo... And she talks to rural and commercial accountant Paul Duynhoven who is the Director of +MORE about dealing with rural-based clients and helping them navigate the difficult economy many are facing. 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 episode of the REX Rural Exchange news podcast fill-in host Julia Jones talks to KPMG Partner Brent Love about the tough times the agri-economy has faced over the past few years and how it looks going forward... She chats to Figured Executive GM Sarah Dobson + Head of Data and Lending Solutions Amy Milburn about positively disrupting the financial management of the farming sector... Julia catches up with Agri Zero NZ Head of Strategy and Engagement Ruth Leary about the venture capitalism opportunities within New Zealand's rural market... She talks to Landify Co-Founders Sarah How and Tara Dwyer about their new online platform... And Julia chats with Sheep and Beef Farmer Jo Hay about winning the Institute of Directors Otago Southland Branch Emerging Director Award. 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 episode of the REX Rural Exchange news podcast fill-in host Julia Jones catches up with High Ground Dairy expert Stu Davison about the latest GDT auction results... She chats to Ag in Conversation Podcast hosts Emily Walker and Myfanwy Alexander about their journey to dispel farming myths and misinformation... She talks to Pouarua Farms CEO Jenna Smith about her Nuffield journey so far... And she chats to Zellara Holden, Meat the Need CEO about the current state of food banks across the country right now. 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 episode of the REX Rural Exchange news podcast, filling in once again for Dom, Julia Jones plays Dom's recent chat with PAMU CEO Mark Leslie about its latest facts and figures in the last 12 months... Jones talks to Hard Hill Country Genetics Managing Director James Parsons about being Holter's 'guinea pig' farm for beef wearable collars and how virtual fencing has benefited them... She chats with Farmlands Chief Sales Officer Blair Robinson about the Farmlands Pro Act... And she talks to Sophie Land about her plan to walk the 475km East Coast Loop fundraising for the Rural Support Trust. 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, Julia Jones fills in for Dom as he takes a much-deserved break! She chats to Agricultural Economist Susan Kilsby about the global rural economy... She catches up with Vet Dr Krispin Kannan to discuss transitioning from calving to mating season from a medical perspective... And she talks to Beef + Lamb NZ General Manager Extension Justine Kidd about her recent trip to Adelaide to attend a gathering of some of the biggest movers and shakers within the Australian sheep 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.

Julia talks with Susan Kilsby, New Zealand's top rural economist, about the latest trends in agriculture. They cover key market dynamics, challenges in beef, lamb, and dairy, and the impact of global economic shifts on New Zealand's farming sector.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Julia Jones from the Real Optimism podcast about her recent experience at the NZ Plant Protection Society symposium and filling in on the REX Daily Podcast next week... He talks with NZ Deer Farmers Association Chair Mark McCoard about the history of the industry, the current state of play and its prospects for the future... He talks with the Deer Industry News Editor Lynda Gray about what to expect in the next issue, due out in September... And he talks with Fleur Wolstenholme about a new independent food festival she's organising called Treats of Taupo, showcasing a range of local produce which she hopes will put Taupo on the culinary map. 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 Synlait Chair George Adams about the proposed recapitalisation of the beleaguered Canterbury-based milk processor, what's led the company to this point and why former CEO and Chair John Penno is moving to block next month's vote... He talks with US based Gilman Scholar Alum Darrin Vander Plas about what he and his colleagues have learnt so far on their trip to NZ, his role with the US Department of Agriculture Farm Loan Program in Maui and his time helping farmers in The Gambia and Uganda... And he talks with Kieran Callaghan, GM of Classic Sheepskins, about the history of the company his father started over fifty years ago, its range of products and the marketing of those products in a consumer-led environment. 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 Ag Proud NZ Chair Jon Pemberton about the risk of complacency within the agriculture sector, the volatile nature of an increasingly divisive political system and the ongoing efforts of Southlanders to improve its water quality... He talks with Freddy Gane from Kaituna Ridges near Havelock about making farming decisions in drought conditions, his incessant 'sheep chat', and his revamped Kaituna Ridges website... And he catches up with former NZ famer, 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.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Predator Free 2050 board member and former Federated Farmers President Katie Milne about the progress made by Predator Free, its unintended positive consequences and her recent trip to the US... He talks with Polly McGuckin, the founder and GM of Exquisite Wool Traders, about the state of the wool industry, how to improve it and her range of wool products... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about windy westerlies, Spring and language of weather in the media... And he talks with Reefton Distilling Co. founder Patsy Bass about its latest capital raise and the global demand for New World whisky. 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 Rural Exchange Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Europe-based Deer Industry NZ Chef Shannon Campbell about preparing food for Kiwi athletes at the Paris Olympics, promoting NZ farm raised venison and living in Berlin... He talks with Federated Farmers meat & Wool Chair Toby Williams about the recently released 'Why Pines?' report and why he believes it 'reads like a horror story' for farmers... He talks with Clive Kaiser, Associate Professor in Ag and Life Sciences at Lincoln University, about his efforts stave off a disease which threatened to shut down Canterbury's potato industry... And he talks with the winner of this year's Pact Packaging Young Butcher of the Year title, Sam Weller from New World Ravenswood in Christchurch. 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.

Join me and Jarred Mair, Chief Insights Officer at MPI, as we dive into global macro trends. From debt-driven economies to emerging tech, Jared breaks down what’s shaping our future and how to navigate it.

On today's podcast, Dom talks with Alastair Miller from Aura Information Security about the recent ransomware attack in Switzerland in which a farmer’s automated milking systems were breached by hackers demanding payment, the threat cyberattacks pose to the wider agricultural industry and advice to stop it... He talks with Peter 'Razor' Reynolds, an ex-paratrooper and founder of Moral Compass, about the need for access to DoC land so he can continue his efforts to teach hunting, survival and life skills to vulnerable young people... And he talks with Geoff Rogers from High Country Fencing, as part of a new REX partnership with FCANZ, about learning the ropes, some of the more interesting spots he's found himself in and the current state of the fencing 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 podcast, Dom talks with veterinarian and author, Marcus Taylor about his new book, 'The Ones That Bit Me', his career as a vet and his YouTube channel, Lord of the Vets... He talks with Andrew Burtt, Beef+Lamb NZ Chief Economist, about its annual Stock Number Survey which reveals sheep and cattle numbers are both down this year... He catches up with REX Producer Jo Grigg about a media briefing she attended, hosted by Our Land and Water, which presented research showing a far greater proportion of land than previously anticipated is likely to go into forestry... And he talks with Rabobank NZ CEO Todd Charteris about its new campaign highlighting the work its doing to help grow and strengthen rural communities across New Zealand. 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 podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+5.5%), tempering expectations and avoiding black bears in the wild... He talks with Brad Lake from The Brothers Green about why it's currently illegal to use hemp byproducts for animal feed and its efforts to try and reverse the situation... He talks with Wool Impact CEO Andy Caughey about its engagement of Gensler, a leading architecture, design, and planning firm, to conduct a market study focused on wool’s positioning, relevance and opportunities for growth within the global architecture and design industry... And he catches up with rural health advocate Craig 'Wiggy' Wiggins. 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 podcast, Dom talks to Ginny Dodunski from Wormwise about the return of the Bionic boluses to the market, drench resistance and the NZ Institure of Primary Industry Management awards held last night... He talks with Hamish Mackenzie from Braemar Station about his recent trip with a group of farming mates about their recent intrepid motorcycle journey across Leh in Northern India... And he talks with Mark Benns about his new venture, independent herd improvement organisation, Wingman. 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 podcast, Dom talks with Phil Duncan WeatherWatch about snow in the South and Antarctic polar vortexes... He talks with the new CEO of OSPRI, Sam McIvor, about his first few weeks in the role, the importance of biosecurity and M Bovis eradication efforts... He talks with Rural Women NZ National President Gill Naylor about its Leptospirosis National Project, rural banking and rural health workforce scholarships... And he talks with Jill Abbott, Casting for Recovery South Island coordinator, about the benefits of fly fishing for recovering from breast cancer surgery. 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 this powerful conversation, Julia Jones talks with Ben and Nikki Purua about Ben's journey from a life born into gangs and time in prison to finding freedom and purpose in farming. They discuss the challenges they've overcome, the power of resilience, and their commitment to creating positive change for others.

As part of the new series on REX brought to you by Dairy Women’s Network in association with Figured and CMK we catch up with Dairy Farmers Addie and Kip Nolan. Dom catches up with the pair to see how they are getting on with calving, what CMK and Figured have done to help with their farming decisions and more. Stay tuned for more episodes coming to you on REX, wherever you listen.

On today's podcast, Dom talks with the Deputy Director General of Food Safety for MPI, Vincent Arbuckle, about ruminal bolus products which were found the be releasing active ingredients slower than expected, which ones are back on the market and the process involved since the first notification in 2022... He talks with German-based New Zealand dairy geneticist and small-scale farmer Richard Newson about the fallout from the European farmer protests, the decline of smaller dairy farms in Germany and the terrible German summer... And he talks with men's health and performance coach Aaron Callaghan about the importance of good nutrition for optimal performance on the farm. 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 podcast, Dom talks with Shaun Forgie from Dung Beetle Innovations about the benefits of dung beetles on livestock farms, their environmental and economic impact and why they aren't more prevalent in NZ... He talks with Selwyn MP Nicola Grigg about being back in Parliament after maternity leave, the major issues affecting her electorate and NZ's ongoing trade negotiations with key export markets... He talks with Amelia Dunbar from The Bitches' Box about the trailer for their unfinished film 'Son's of a Bitch', their efforts to secure more funding to complete it and their upcoming tour... And he talks with REX Producer Jo Grigg about escaped sheep, blade shearing and the Olympics. 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 podcast, Dom talks with Game Animal Council General Manager Tim Gale about a private member's bill which would give hunters and anglers representation on the NZ Conservation Authority... He talks with Alex Gorringe from her family farm in Kawhatau Valley about its historic shearing quarters accommodation, Italian racing cars, gold and horses... And REX Producer Jo Grigg catches up with Climate Change Minister Simon Watts during his recent visit to her Marlborough farm, Tempello. 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 podcast, Dom talks with North Canterbury farmer Ian Knowles about dealing with drought, fire chairing the Hurunui District Landcare Group... He talks with Simon Lee from Glenaray Station in Northern Southland about the concept of 'lean farming', managing staff and its recent Beef+ Lamb NZ field day... He talks with Heidi Hitchman, founder of Summit Solutions, about what the service offers for farmers, her large rural workforce and the 'work from home' model... And he talks with Farm Focus CEO Auriga Martin about its analysis of its latest round up of data showing how Kiwi farms are performing. 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 podcast, Dom talks with Jack Cocks from Mt Nicholas Station about his recent presentation at the International Farm Management Association Congress in Canada, the major talking points discussed at the event and his work with Farmstrong... He talks with Agmatch CEO Ken Algie about its first decade in business, what services it provides how much money it can save farmers... And he catches up with the Carter's Brand Ambassador Richard Loe about his current farming duties and the All Blacks loss to Argentina. 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.