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Dom talks with Groundswell NZ co-founder Bryce McKenzie about why he's unhappy with the National government

Dom talks with Waikato dairy farmer Ben Purua about been named as a finalist for the 2025 Young New Zealander of the Year

Dom talks with Jay Changlani about the elusive FTA with India

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Jay Changlani from one of the country’s largest independent accounting firms, Orb360, about how can NZ can go about securing an elusive FTA with India, whether it's likely in the current parliamentary term and how Australia managed to get its FTA across the line... He talks with award-winning Waikato dairy farmer Ben Purua, who's just been named a finalist for the 2025 Young New Zealander of the Year... He talks with Groundswell NZ co-founder Bryce McKenzie about the government's plan for a Farming Tax by 2030 and why he thinks it's fundamentally flawed... And he talks with Meatstock Festival Director Jay Beaumont about the February event at Mystery Creek. 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 spokesperson about the tragic accident that claimed the life of former Feds national board member Chris Allen on his farm this week, its formal complaint to the Commerce Commission requesting an urgent investigation into the lending practices of New Zealand banks and the risk of banks defunding petrol stations by 2030 as part of their commitment to the Net-Zero Banking Alliance... He talks with Abby France, FMG Client Advice Manager, about its new campaign 'Under Pressure', the immense pressure on people to get things done at this time of year and how the campaign seeks to address some of the main issues... He talks with Gallagher Business Development Manager Mark Maitland about a new collaboration with FarmIQ that seeks to simplify data sharing and management for farmers, how it works and why more farmers need to weigh stock... And he talks with Harriet Mellish, GM of AgriFutures growAg in Australia, about its NZ launch earlier in the year, which NZ companies it's currently supporting and why its significant for the NZ agritech 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 Anna Mitchell, Fibre Frontier Executive GM, about how the copper retirement is going across NZ, the common misconceptions about what that means for rural NZ and what's coming down the pipeline for rural connectivity... He talks with Rabobank General Manager for Country Banking, Bruce Weir, about the fourth and final Rabobank Rural Confidence Survey of the year, why farmer confidence in the broader agri economy has risen again and which aspects of the sector are still concerning farmers... And he catches up with Deer Industry News Editor Lynda Gray about her highlights from 2024, the current state of the velvet and venison sectors and the outlook for 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 Jamie Gaddum from Matangi Angus Beef about its latest offering, export-quality lamb finished on chicory, the growing demand for its locally produced, premium meat and Matangi's showroom and boutique butchery... He talks with Louise Gibson, co-founder of The Sharefarming Consultants, about the idea for the business, the services it offers and some of the common questions they get asked... And he talks with Will Hinton and Kali Rangiawha, NZDIA 2024 Share Farmers of the Year, about the experience of entering, why they're encouraging others to do the same and the opportunities it's presented them with. 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 the first episode of Curious George, Dom George talks with Kiwi golfer Ryan Fox about life on the road, life outside golf and the upcoming 'Chasing the Fox' event.

In this week’s episode, Julia dives into her whirlwind year of unexpected life lessons (seriously, where’s the return policy?), Florida adventures, and a touch of tequila-fueled wisdom. From biker bars with bra-covered ceilings to the red carpet for shrimp, it’s a rollercoaster of travel tales. Julia talks about the need for hope over hysteria, owning our narrative, and why sometimes the best lessons come with a side of shrimp cocktail. Oh, and there’s a parrot story.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Pamu Chair John Rae about his first few months in the role, the challenges facing the SOE as the largest farming operation in NZ and the benefits he believes it could provide to the wider agriculture sector... He talks with Gordon McPhail, General Manager of Farming at LeaderBrand, about why sweet corn cobs will be hitting supermarkets early this year, what to look for when selecting the best cobs and the best way to enjoy them over the summer... And he talks with Kurow farmer, author and artist Emma Nowell about her new children's book, 'Punter the Hunter', her other creations, including the card game Go Muster and her written and illustrated history of Bellamore Station, and the farmstay on the property. 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 Bremworth CEO Greg Smith about Kainga Ora's decision to exclude wool carpet from state homes, why it could set a damaging precedent for the wool sector and why it could also conversely prove a catalyst for bipartisan agreement in favour of wool for future government builds... He talks with RaboResearch senior agricultural analyst Jen Corkran about a likely decline in global beef production in 2025, what factors suggest this might be the case and what it means for NZ beef exports... He talks with Prevar CEO Tony Martin about why he thinks the government's plan to introduce new GE legislation next year year will enable apple andpear growers to catch-up with the rest of the world, the benefits it offers to consumers and Prevar's National Grower Roadshow discussing the benefits and challenges of GE... And he talks with Agritourism NZ founder and CEO Marijke Dunselman about her recent trip to Scotland for the Scottish Agritourism Conference, what she learned and where NZ stacks up on the international agritourism stage. 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 Poultry Industry Association of NZ Executive Director Michael Brooks about the discovery of H7N6 avian influenza on an egg laying farm in Otago, the shockwaves it's sent throughout the industry and what the next steps are... He talks to Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+1.2%), what's driving the current auction prices and what headwinds are on the horizon... He talks with Dr Matthew Deighton, Chair of the Forage Technical Committee at the Plant & Breeders Association, about the 2024 National Forage Variety Trials, why its urging farmers to use it in order to make better ryegrass cultivar choices and what gains can be made... And he talks with Charles Miller-Brown about running the recent All Breed Sheep Classes at the Christchurch Show, run by the Canterbury A&P Association. 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 Miti founder Daniel Carson about a new study from AgResearch which shows dairy-derived beef raised to 10-18 months has a carbon footprint up to 48% lower than the average for mixed beef cattle in New Zealand, how it could lead to the creation of an entirely new category of meat unique to NZ and lead to more efficient utilisation of New Zealand’s meat processing infrastructure as well as a low-carbon leather for the high-end fashion sector... And he talks with Hare & Hunter founder Booke Caird about her range merino baby garments, life on the farm in Mangaweka and her their honey business, Mr. Manuka. 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 Matt Watson from ultimatefishing.tv and host of ITM Fishing about his involvement with the non-profit organisation LegaSea, the story of his beer, Swordfish Mojo, and his forever home on the Purerua Peninsula. 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.

Director of Strategy & Growth at Halter, Helen Moore joins Julia Jones to chat about her entrepreneurial spirit and the amount she has learnt from being involved in growing a business. They chat about the value of travel, experiencing different rural environments, the ability to adapt and change on the fly and much, much more.

On today's REX Daily podcast, Dom talks with NZ Olympian Melissa Galloway about her performance in the dressage event at Paris 2024, selling her Olympic ride 'Joey' and competing at the top level overseas... He talks with Hawke's Bay deer farmer Harry Gaddum about his involvement in the Farmstrong book, 'Getting Through; recovering from extreme weather events', the lasting effects of Cyclone Gabrielle and the rejuvenation of the local rural cricket team... And he talks with NZ Nuffield Trustee Steve Wilkins about the value of Nuffield scholarship and his various roles with the Foundation for Arable Research, Rural Leaders and United Wheat 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.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Paul Hickman from Taimate Angus about its successful sale of semen straws into the United States, the bull that produced it and how the sale exceeded his wildest expectations... He talks with Julianne Bainbridge from The Madagascan Ragwort Conundrum about its alarming proliferation on her Far North dairy farm, her efforts to try and get the issue recognised and why she believes it's NZ pastoral farming's biggest threat... And he talks with Ward farmer and musician Jim Rudd about his fundraising gig this weekend for the Flaxbourne Heritage Centre, his band The Aftershocks Collective and balancing music and farming. 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 Dr Bill Kaye-Blake from the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research (NZIER) about a new study he co-authored, commissioned by Organics Aotearoa NZ, which reveals NZ’s primary sector exports could reduce by $10-20b annually if genetically modified organisms (GMOs) were to be released into the environment... He talks with Catherine Ward from Pahi Coastal Walk about winning the Supreme Award at the NZI Rural Women NZ Business Awards, the idea behind the initiative at her Port Jackson farm and how it's become a successful enterprise... He talks with NZ Pork CEO Brent Kleiss about a significant influx of imported pork, why the gap is widening between between locally grown and imported pork and the best way to prepare a Christmas ham... And he catches up with rural health and wellbeing 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 Game Animal Council GM Tim Gale about why he's stepping down from the role early next year, how the hunting landscape has changed during his tenure and what he's doing next... He talks with Gundy Anderson from Bog Roy Station about his keynote farmer address at the recent NZ Grassland Conference, the 16-year case study into his farm system change to focus on feeding stock legume-dominant pastures/crops and the success that's been generated as a result... And he talks with Dr Annabel Harris, NZ Veterinary Association AMR Committee Chair, about its series of myth-busting videos to mark World AMR Awareness Week, the decline in sales of veterinary and horticultural antibiotics in NZ and what type of antibiotic resistance we're seeing on NZ farms. 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 Anna Johns from The Wrekin Vineyard in Marlborough about her family's move from Auckland to Marlborough in the late 1990s, her background as an acoustics engineer, her battle with melanoma, the success of the vineyard and winning a game of '9 in 10' with Paul Henry... And he talks with Wayne Nichol, PGG Wrightson Seeds National Technical Manager, about why planning is key when it comes to the longevity of a pasture, new sub clover varieties out of Western Australia, planning for Autumn sowing and how crops can help break the internal parasite cycle. 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 us as Staple Homestead Ltd Owner + General Manager Fraser Tasker chats about the Mid-Canterbury farms he and his wife run. He emphasises the value of learning from your mistakes, how important pasture management is regardless of what sort of farm you run, rural communities and more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with UK farming advocate Emma Smith about the recent protests regarding a proposed inheritance tax, why British farming is a threatened career and the Young Stock Magazine which she created to encourage young people to learn about farming... He talks with Farmlands CEO Tanya Houghton about the co-op's annual result, how recent changes to the business have affected the bottom line and what further changes are in store for 2025... And he talks with newly-elected DairyNZ Deputy Chair Cam Henderson about where the current state of the dairy industry, his other governance roles and the current farming conditions in North Canterbury. 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 NZ Deerstalkers Association Chief Executive Gwyn Thurlow about why its calling for a review of firearm safety training, its desire to see more than one contractor in place to conduct firearms safety courses and why it's potentially leading to more hunting-related shootings this season... He talks with Mercer dairy farmer Brad Cockrell about the recent visit to his farm by a cohort of Brazilian farmers, the purpose of the trip and what they learned from each other... And he talks with Lincoln University Professor Derrick Moot about the recent NZ Grasslands Association Conference in Oamaru, the results of a long-term study at Bog Roy Station and the ongoing work of the Dryland Pastures Research 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 to Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+1.9%), how China's low milk powder inventory is effecting prices in a positive way for NZ farmers and the metric vs imperial system... And he talks with Jim Harre, who's recently retired from his role as Air New Zealand's Wine Ambassador, about his 50-year career working for the national carrier, the changes he's seen during that time and why it just may be one of the greatest jobs in the country. 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 WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about what's in store for the next week or so, the likelihood of La Nina of El Nino this summer and more tales of meteorological bureaucracy... He talks with cookbook author Michelle Forde about her new publication, 'Cooking for Shearing Gangs', her experience cooking for shearing gangs and some tips on how to do it successfully... And he talks with Manunui Farm Manager Carlos Segura about winning a silver and a bronze at the recent World Steak Challenge in Amsterdam. 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 Tom Forrest, co-founder and Cultivation Director at PURO, NZ's largest cultivator of medical cannabis, about its growing sites, regulatory burdens and the massive potential for growth... He talks with Angella Wanhalla, Professor of History at Otago University, about her new book, Te Hau Kāinga; The Māori Home Front during the Second World War, what was happening at home when the Maori Battalion was fighting overseas and what the period meant for NZ agriculture... And he talks with Martin Heanue, South Island Territory Lead at Datamars Livestock, about the brands it owns, improving productivity, sustainability and profitability for farming operations, its current trade in/trade up deal and how you can win a Speedrite S 2000 Solar Energiser, valued at $1,150. 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 us as Senior Analyst for Animal Protein at Rabobank Jen Corkran delves into her journey from growing up in central Hawke's Bay to entering the agriculture industry. She talks about her work at Rabobank, the importance of global markets in agriculture, and more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Lawrence Meredith, EU Ambassador to NZ from the NZ Agricultural Show in Christchurch about NZ's FTA with the EU, the opportunities for NZ through the Horizon Europe initiative and farmer concerns about the EU's regulations requiring exporters to prove their products are deforestation-free... He talks with Charles Bennett from Waitui Wiltshire about why his family have developed a Wiltshire stud, the breed's overall performance and the stud's upcoming ram sale (Nov 26)... He talks with REINZ rural spokesperson Shane O'Brien around the recent lift in farm and lifestyle sales, the reasons behind it and what to expect in the next few months... And he talks with father and son combo Mark and James Taggart from Rapaura Suffolk Stud about James' entry in the sheep competition at the NZ Agricultural Show, his plans for the future and Mark's role in reestablishing the Board Breeder competition at the recent Marlborough A&P Show. 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 Victorian sheep farmer and author Jack Owen about his new book, 'You Are Not Your Farm: what the top 5% of farmers are doing that the average farmer is not'... He talks with Aussie farmer Jock Lawrence, founder of livestock farm management software app Mobble, about the idea for the app, its NZ division and how it can benefit farmers on both sides of the Tasman... And he catches up with Sydney-based Life Coach and former NZ farmer 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 Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Chair Toby Williams about what it calls a radical new pine planting proposal released by the Climate Change Commission, why it would be the death knell for sheep farming in NZ and why some government ministers are supporting it... He talks with AgriZeroNZ CEO Wayne McNee about its inaugural annual report, what companies its invested in to date and what success its gained so far... And he talks with Dr Hans Maurer, United Fresh Technical Advisory Group Chair, about some of the key insights revealed in this year’s Fresh Facts 2024 report, what purpose the report serves and why not enough organisations understand the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 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 Eat What You Kill founder Tim Kavermann about how he came up with the idea for EWYK, his 'burnout', and the relationship between food and mental health... And he talks with Steve Satterthwaite from Muller Station about the Awatere Valley's worst drought since 1936, how he's managed to develop and sustain an outstanding Merino flock and his upcoming Field Day (Nov 22), after winning the Marlborough Sheep Farmer of the Year title in 2023. 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 renowned agriculture journalist, author and historian Ali Spencer about the closure of the Smithfield plant in Timaru, the history of the plant and the role it's played in the history of the NZ red meat industry... He talks with Penny Clark-Hall, founder of Social License Consulting, about what a social license is, why NZ farmers need them and what advantages a social license can bring to NZ agriculture... And he talks with the winner of the 2024 NZ Young Auctioneer Competition, Karl Chitham, about his last ditch effort to win the crown, how he got into auctioneering and his work with Carrfields in North Waikato. 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 us as Hamish Marr gives an inside look at his role in connecting New Zealand agriculture with global markets. Hamish explains how he navigates international conversations on sustainability, trade demands, and consumer preferences while advocating for New Zealand’s unique farming standards. He highlights the importance of collaboration and adapting to global demands, offering a rare perspective on New Zealand’s role within the larger agricultural landscape.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Eugene Cronin who, along with wife Sarah, were named the supreme winners of the 2024 Zimmatic Trailblazer Sustainable Irrigation Awards in Wellington... He talks with Central & East Otago Rural Livestock agent Logan Moore about how he got into the business, growing up in Millers Flat and raising three boys... He talks with Renee Powell, Canterbury Lead of Women in Agribusiness, about how and why she became involved, the GrowHer series and what they've got planned for Canterbury Cup & Show week... And he talks with Meat the Need GM Zellara Holden about the launch of its online National Charity Auction, the upcoming Charity Long Lunches in partnership with DWN and the ongoing work of the 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.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Jon Pemberton, Ag Proud NZ Chair and one of four 2025 Nuffield NZ Farming Scholarship recipients, about why he decided to apply, what he's planning on studying and which countries he'll be travelling to... He talks with OSPRI CEO Sam McIvor about the scrapping of the multi-million dollar MyOSPRI project, the fallout from the decision and efforts to improve the NAIT system in its wake... He talks with Evan Heywood from Next Generation Apples about the idea behind the concept, who's involved and the two new apple varieties its growing... And he talks with Graham Moor, President of the Bay Of Islands Pastoral and Industrial Show, about being the oldest agricultural show in NZ, the history of the event and what's on offer this 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 REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Chicago-based dairy analyst Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+4.6%), the talk in the office as Americans cast their votes for President and NZ's recent sporting success... He talks with author Annette O'Sullivan and photographer Jane Ussher about their new publication, 'Woolsheds; the historic shearing sheds of Aotearoa NZ', what inspired it and what they learned producing it... And he talks with Abby France, FMG Advice Product Manager, about online farming scams, what measures can be taken to prevent it and the launch of FMG's online learning module. 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 WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the outlook for November, which areas of NZ are getting dry and the upcoming US election... He talks with Organics Aotearoa NZ CEO Tiffany Tompkins about a recent fact-finding mission to Wellington to find out about the government's proposed reforms to NZ's regulation of genetic engineering, presenting its findings to the Primary Production Select Committee and its campaign to keep NZ's GE-free status... And he talks with the 2024 Young Horticulturist of the Year Anna England about her career in horticulture, winning the title and her interest in organics and backyard permaculture. 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 Game Animal Council GM Tim Gale about the 2024 Sika Show and the announcement of a nationwide Access Charter for Recreational Hunting and Fishing on Public Conservation Land and Waters from Hunting & Fishing Minister Todd McClay... He talks with NZ Merino Company CEO Angus Street about its recent annual shareholders meeting, its EpicFibre strategy and how the cost of living is impacting the business... He catches up with Carter's Brand Ambassador Richard Loe about labouring, rain relief and the sporting weekend... And he talks with NZ Dairy Industry Awards GM Robin Congdon about nominations being open for the 2025 regional finals and the Fonterra Responsible Dairying 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.

Join me for some straight shooting real talk with Vanessa Sorensen, Microsoft’s Chief Partner Officer for Australia and New Zealand, about her journey from humble beginnings to tech leadership. Vanessa shares her insights on resilience, navigating challenges, and why building support networks is key to thriving through challenges. Whether you're looking for advice on leadership or simply need a dose of inspiration, Vanessa's story is a testament to the strength found in vulnerability and the impact of helping others.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Harry Urquhart-Hay from WiseWool about overseas visitors, recent collaborations and the World of Wearable Arts... He talks with Jim Orchard from Marlborough Helicopters about his recent award, his work in agricultural aviation and how he realised his ambition of working in the industry... He talks with Power Farming NZ CEO Tom Ruddenklau about the state of tractor and farm machinery sales, overseas markets and the outlook for the future... And he talks with Professor Phillip Nicholls from the University of Western Australia about two new annual clovers ideal for dryland environments, including much of NZ's east coast. 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 we catch up with the Nolans, Addie and Kip alongside Associate Chartered Accountant Sally Coombe and Principal CMK Accountant John Dazley from CMK Accountants to discuss the last few months financial results, plans for the next few months and more. Stay tuned for more episodes coming to you on REX, wherever you listen.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Marie Fitzpatrick, Rural Women NZ CEO, about a proposal to cut post services, why it could disproportionately impact rural NZ and the efforts being made to curtail the proposed cuts... He talks with Mick Withers, organiser of the NZ Young Auctioneers Competition, about the format for this year's event (Tues, Nov 5), the difference between Kiwi and Aussie auctioneers and the skills needed to succeed... He talks with Andy Wards from Wilson Hellaby about his life in livestock, planned upgrades to the Auckland plant and his Kellogg Rural Leadership study in 2021... And he catches up with Groundswell NZ co-founder Bryce McKenzie about new legislation regarding amendments to the RMA, the boycott of Southland Fish & Game and its campaign to protect property rights in Gore. 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 North Canterbury farmer Ben Ensor about being elected as the first Chair of Aotearoa New Zealand Catchment Communities (ANZCC), what functions its been set up to perform and why catchment groups are proving successful... He talks with contractor and Hawke's Bay mother Mechelle Codd about the cancellation of rural bus services, what it means for her children and many others in the region and what's being done to remedy the situation... He talks with Manawatu farmer Grant Webb about supplying wagyu beef to First Light Foods, his dairy operation and his former days as a professional rugby player... And he catches up with rural health and wellbeing advocate Craig 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 Hamish Mackenzie from Braemar Station about the weekend snow, how it affected the area and how uncommon it is at this time of year... He talks with Dr David Hume, AgResearch Plant Scientist, following his recent Science & Research Award at the 2024 Beef + Lamb NZ Awards, his work with endophytes in plant breeding, including AR37, and what effect it's had on NZ agriculture... And he talks with Hemprino co-founder Harriet Bell about her recent win in the Emerging Business Awards category in the NZI Rural Women New Zealand Business Awards, alongside co-founder Siobhan O'Malley, the new additions to the Hemprino range and where the idea for using hemp and merino came from. 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, I sit down with Andrea Leslie, Executive Director of Primary ITO, to discuss the pivotal role vocational education plays in New Zealand's agriculture sector. From the organization's rich history to its evolving role in shaping skilled, confident leaders across industries like dairy, seafood, horticulture, and more, we explore the real-life impacts of on-the-job learning. Andrea shares inspiring success stories, reflects on the challenges and opportunities in vocational education, and emphasizes why investing in people is key to the future of New Zealand's primary industries.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch about the forecast for Labour Day weekend... He talks with Will Wilding, GM and Stud Master at Te Mania Angus Stud, about its recent Yearling Bull Sale, being at the forefront of genetic innovation and being involved in a trial using the latest technology to measure how efficiently beef cattle convert feed into liveweight, as well as their greenhouse gas emissions... He talks with Paul Clement from Surfing for Farmers about setting up the West Coast branch, his involvement in the national body and his dairy farming operation in Hokitika... And he talks with Kat Kaiwai, owner and operator of Tairāwhiti Contractors, about winning the Rural Women NZ Rural Champion Award and being recognised with a King's Service Medal for services to women, civil construction and her community. 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 Richard Davidson from Davo's Fishing, Hunting & Sport in Timaru about the impending end of the current whitebait season, how a change of rules in 2022 has effected the experience of whitebaiters and what the season's catch has been like... He talks with Dave Rossiter from Westmere Butchery in Auckland after it beat over 800 other entries to be announced as the Supreme Winner with its Pork and Leek sausage at the Dunninghams Great New Zealand Sausage Competition... He talks with Shane Ratima from Ratima Shearing about his upcoming 3-Stand 8-Hour Strongwool Lamb Shearing World Record attempt in December, alongside Jimmy Samuels and Akuhata Waihape... And he talks with artist and gardener Jane McIntosh ahead of the upcoming Hurunui Garden Festival (Oct 31 - Nov 3). 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 Farmers Weekly senior journalist Neal Wallace about his recent Meeting the Market tour, in which he visited seven countries in six weeks to find out more about New Zealand’s key agricultural export countries. 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 agriculture recruitment specialist Mel Sheppard about what hopeful cadets and graduating ag students can do to find employment in shepherding jobs, how to sell yourself as a candidate and how to create the ideal CV and cover letter... He talks with cattle breeder Cara Doggett about her life in UK, working with her father on her stud back in NZ and being named to represent the UK Hereford Society in the Young Breeder Competition at the World Hereford Conference in Kansas next year... And he talks with Agnition Ventures CEO Jasper Van Halder and AgTech Growth Specialist Christy Mead about Agnition's role in agricultural innovation in NZ, its Pilot Farm Network initiative and its success stories to date. 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 Kirsty McKay, co-owner of Sawmill Brewery and Smoko Room in Matakana, about becoming the first brewery in NZ to achieve B Corp certification, the consolidation of the craft beer market and the changing tastes of beer drinkers... He talks with Matt Holden from Mates of Mates for Mates (#MOM4M) about the Hawke's Bay A&P Rural Roundup coming up this Thursday (Oct 24th), what's on offer this time round and the idea behind the event... And he talks with Bernard Anselmi, Herd-i Area Sales Manager, about what the Herd-i system offers farmers, its use of AI technology in detecting lameness and the upcoming on-farm demonstration days 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.