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REX August 30th - Julia Jones from the Real Optimism podcast, Mark McCoard from NZ Deer Farmers Association, Lynda Gray from Deer Industry News and Fleur Wolstenholme from Treats of Taupo
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.

REX August 29th - George Adams from Synlait, Gilman Scholar Alum Darrin Vander Plas and Kieran Callaghan from Classic Sheepskins
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.

REX August 28th - Jon Pemberton from Ag Proud NZ, Freddy Gane from Kaituna Ridges and Life Coach Shane Bird
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.

REX August 27th - Katie Milne from Predator Free 2050, Polly McGuckin from Exquisite Wool Traders, Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch and Patsy Bass from Reefton Distilling Co.
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.

REX August 26th - DINZ Chef Shannon Campbell, Toby Williams from Federated Farmers, Clive Kaiser from Lincoln University and Young Butcher of the Year Sam Weller
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.

Debt, Dollars, and Disruption: Macro trends with Jarred Mair
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.

REX August 23rd - Alastair Miller from Aura Information Security, Peter Reynolds from Moral Compass and Geoff Rogers from High Country Fencing
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.

REX August 22nd - Vet & Author Marcus Taylor, Andrew Burtt from Beef+Lamb NZ, REX Producer Jo Grigg and Todd Charteris from Rabobank
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.

REX August 21st - Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy, Brad Lake from The Brothers Green, Andy Caughey from Wool Impact and Rural Health Advocate Craig Wiggins
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.

REX August 20th - Ginny Dodunski from Wormwise, Hamish Mackenzie from Braemar Station and Mark Benns from Wingman
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.

REX August 19th - Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch, Sam McIvor from OSPRI, Gill Naylor from Rural Women NZ and Jill Abbott from Casting for Recovery
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.

Overcoming the Odds - The Journey of Ben and Nikki Purua
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.

Milking It Episode 3: Catching Up With Addie + Kip Nolan
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.

REX August 16th - Vincent Arbuckle from MPI, Richard Newson from Germany and Health & Performance Coach Aaron Callaghan
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.

REX August 15th - Shaun Forgie from Dung Beetle Innovations, Selwyn MP Nicola Grigg, Amelia Dunbar from The Bitches' Box and REX Producer Jo Grigg
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.

REX August 14th - Tim Gale from the Game Animal Council, Alex Gorringe from the Kawhatau Valley and Climate Change Minister Simon Watts
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.

REX August 13th - Ian Knowles from Glenmark Springs, Simon Lee from Glenaray Station, Heidi Hitchman from Summit Solutions and Auriga Martin from Farm Focus
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.

REX August 12th - Jack Cocks from Mt Nicholas Station, Ken Algie from Agmatch and Carter's Brand Ambassador Richard Loe
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.

Manic Monday Unpacked: Expert Insights with Mark Lister
Julia Jones and Mark Lister discuss the recent "Manic Monday" market turmoil, offering expert insights on the causes, market psychology, and long-term investment strategies. Tune in for tips on navigating financial markets.

REX August 9th - Merv Utting from Te Matai Station, Laura Morrison from The Gullies, Author Katie Cooper and Phil Cornelius from FCANZ
On today's podcast, Dom talks with dog trialling legend Merv Utting about his career highlights, the worst weather he's seen in decades and farming in his 80's... He talks with Laura Morrison from The Gullies near Marton about its Arts Residency... He talks with Katie Cooper, author of a new book, Rewena and Rabbit Stew'... And he talks with Fencing Contractors Association of NZ President Phil Cornelius about its 2024 conference & AGM. 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.

REX August 8th - Charlotte Bell from The Clip, John McCaw from McCaw Seeds, Nathan Casey from The Village Press and Marijke Dunselman from Agritourism NZ
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Charlotte Bell from The Clip about her wool coats made from wool produced at her family's Ngaripa Farm in South Canterbury... He talks with John McCaw from McCaw seeds about the main issues facing arable farmers, his various roles in the industry and being a finalist in next week's Arable Awards... He talks with Nathan Casey from The Village Press about its olive oil brands, the health benefits of olive oil and the how far the industry has come in NZ during the last two decades... And he catches up with Marijke Dunselman from Agritourism NZ about her recent trip to Tasmania and upcoming agritourism events. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

REX August 7th - Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy, Luke Kane from Otago Federated Farmers and Beth Scott from the NZ Spirits Awards
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+0.5%), the recent stock market freefall and whether Democratic VP running mate Tim Walz can help sway rural America to vote blue... He talks with Federated Farmers Otago President Luke Kane about its disagreements with the Otago Regional Council over freshwater regulations and whether the recent Farmer Confidence Survey holds true in the South... And he talks with distiller Beth Scott about being a judge in the recent NZ Spirits Awards, the rise of NZ distilling and her new role as an Ambassador for Reefton Distilling Co. 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.

REX August 6th - Lindy Nelson from Safer Farms, Kate Guthrie from Inxhale, Charlotte Westwood from PGG Wrightson Seeds and Maurice Stewart from PGG Wrightson Livestock
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Lindy Nelson from Safer Farms about the increase in quad bike deaths, whether quad bikes are fit for purpose and its hugely successful Crush Protection Device initiative... He talks with entrepreneur Kate Guthrie about her Inxhale inhalers, life growing up on a farm in Kurow and her approach to fitness and wellbeing... He talks with Charlotte Westwood from PGG Wrightson Seeds about getting livestock nutrition right over the late winter period... And he talks with Maurice Stewart from PGG Wrightson Livestock about recent sale yard activity in the lower North Island. 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.

REX August 5th - Ag Consultant Ellie Cranswick, Gavin O'Donnell QSM and Angus Simms from Wonky Box
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Agriculture Consultant Ellie Cranswick about growing up farming in England, her consultancy roles and selling pet lambs... He talks with Gavin O'Donnell QSM about his farming career, balancing farming and conservation and life after farming... And he talks with Wonky Box co-founder Angus Simms about its new offering 'Wonky for Work' which redirects its surplus fruit to urban 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.

From New Zealand pastures to Chicago's markets
Join us for an engaging conversation with Stu Davison, an NZ dairy farmer turn analyst now based in the US. Discover the differences between the political landscapes of New Zealand and the US, and how recent events are impacting global markets.

REX August 2nd - MIA Chair Nathan Guy, Billy Dowle from Natural Hound, Daniel Kenna Farmers and Wendy Paul from Growing Future Farmers
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Meat Industry Association Chair Nathan Guy about the recent Red Meat Sector Conference, the increasing competition in many of NZ's key export markets and signs of positivity in the sector... He talks with Bill Dowle from Natural Hound about his and soon-to-be wife Annabelle's range dog beds and covers using NZ wool... He talks Future Farmers Board Member Daniel Kenna about the aims of the group, who its made up of and who and what its trying to influence... And he talks with Wendy Paul, CEO of Growing Future Farmers about its upcoming open days, its two-year programme and what's involved in being a Farm Trainer. 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.

REX August 1st - Chatto Creek Farmer & Author Matt Chisolm, Holly Turner from the Marlborough Falcon Trust and Life Coach Shane Bird
On today's podcast, Dom talks with farmer, author, keynote speaker and journalist Matt Chisolm about his new book, 'The Road to Chatto Creek'... REX Producer and reporter Jo Grigg talks with falconer Holly Turner from the Marlborough Falcon Trust about falcon rearing, birds of prey and her time in the UK learning about falconry... And Dom talks with former NZ farmer turned Life Coach Shane Bird about behavioural flexibility. 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.

REX July 31st - Ag Journo Sandra Taylor from the Paris Olympics, Simon Millar from Pure Advantage, Rochelle Flint from Bremworth and Wayne Rewi from Rangiora Bakery
On today's podcast, Dom talks with renowned agricultural journalist Sandra Taylor who's in Paris for the Olympics about her nephew Ben Taylor, who's part of the NZ rowing team, swimming in the Seine and croissants... He talks with Simon Millar, Executive Director with Pure Advantage, about its origins, purpose and vision for NZ's future... He talks with Rochelle Flint, chief brand and product officer at Bremworth, about its new marketing investment in wool carpets, how it hopes to stimulate demand for NZ wool and address misconceptions about the fibre... And he talks with Wayne Rewi from Rangiora Bakery about taking out the top gong at the Bakels NZ Supreme Pie Award for 2024. 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.

REX July 30th - Roger Green from Maxwell Rodgers Fabrics, DINZ CEO Rhys Griffiths, Scott Rome from Waifield Farm and Stand Rivett from Netspeed
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Roger Green, owner of Maxwell Rodgers Fabrics, about having its wool throws featured in one of the world's leading interior magazines, his legacy with wool and the future of the industry... He talks with newly appointed Deer Industry NZ CEO Rhys Griffiths about his background, the opportunities for NZ deer velvet and its strategy refresh... He talks with Scott Rome from Waifield in Southland about being a finalist in the upcoming Arable Awards, his farm system and winter conditions in the Deep South... And he catches up with Netspeed Managing Director Stan Rivett. 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.

REX July 29th - Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch, Tim Henshaw from Westpac, Sarah Gilbertson from Ridge Top Farm and North Canterbury Young Viticulturist of the Year Nick McArthur
On today's podcast, Dom talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the latest severe weather warnings, which areas are in for heavy snow and which places will be warmer than usual... He talks with Westpac Head of Agribusiness Tim Henshaw about its latest Red Meat paper, an overview of the global red meat market and the outlook for the sector... He talks with Sarah Gilbertson from Ridge Top Farm near Feilding about its farm walks, glamping accommodation and running an agritourism business... And he talks with the winner of the 2024 North Canterbury Young Viticulturist of the Year, Nick McArthur. 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.

Navigating Leadership and Growth with Will Burrett
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Will Burrett, COO of Pāmu. Discover his journey from a young enthusiast to a respected leader in the agricultural sector. Will delves into the importance of resilience, adaptability, and the power of cultural connections. This discussion explores the heart of leading and growing in today's world.

REX July 26th - Dr Kioumars Ghamkhar from AgResearch, Mike Warren from Springbank School and Dr Andrea Judd from the Kaikoura Health Facility
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Dr Kioumars Ghamkhar from AgResearch about its prototype Map and Zap system which uses AI to hunt weeds and eliminate them with a laser... He talks with the principal of Springbank School in Kerikeri, Mike Warren, about its humble beginnings in rural Northland, its unique outdoor curriculum and its upcoming 30th anniversary... And he talks with Dr Andrea Judd, Clinical Director of the Kaikoura Health Facility, about the plight of rural GP's, what attracted her to rural medicine and her time as a locum on the Chatham Islands. 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.

REX July 25th - Kate Acland from Beef+Lamb NZ, Rebecca Durry from Kawakawa Station, Rob Cameron from Cameron Harrison Butchery and Ian Anderson from Sam's Butchery
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Beef+Lamb NZ Chair Kate Acland about an independent report which they commissioned calling for urgent action on key freshwater targets... He talks with Rebecca Durry from Kawakawa Station in the Wairarapa about their stunning walkway among the bush and farmland of the South East Coast, their glamping options and the benefits and pitfalls of agritourism... He talks with Rob Cameron from Cameron Harrison Butchery in Wellington about winning the 2024 NZ Supreme Bacon award... And he talks with Ian Anderson from Sam's Butchery in Auckland after they were crowned Supreme Ham winners at last night's function. 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.

REX July 24th - Jeff Grant from Aotearoa NZ Catchment Colelctive, Fraser McConnell from Mynd Mushrooms and rural health advocate Craig 'Wiggy' Wiggins
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Jeff Grant from the Aotearoa New Zealand Catchment Collective about its role, its makeup and the importance of the 300-plus catchment groups around the country... He talks with Fraser McConnell, co-founder of Mynd, about New Zealand Lion's Mane and its role in brain health, its unique properties and the fascinating world of mycelia and mushrooms... And he talks with rural health advocate Craig Wiggins about the rural GP shortage, the resurgence and strength of Young Farmers clubs and the FCANZ upcoming AGM and conference. 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.

REX July 23rd - Allan Fong from The Fresh Grower, Becks Smith from Solayer, Richard McIntyre from Federated Farmers and Ben Picton from Rabobank
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Pukekohe vegetable grower Allan Fong about his business, The Fresh Grower, growing conditions in Pukekohe and his growing social media presence... He talks with Becks Smith from The Whole Story about sustainability coaching, her new venture Solayer and her background as a vet... He talks with Richard McIntyre from Federated Famers about the struggle to fill farm vacancies, calving and the rural banking inquiry... And he talks with Rabobank Senior Macro Strategist Ben Picton about OCR cut predictions and the impact of US politics on the NZ economy. 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.

REX July 22nd - Jay Reeve from The Rock, Susan McCaul from Petiquette, Dr Bill Bishop from the Horse Ambulance Trust and Hamish Acland from Mons Royale
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Jay Reeve from The Rock Drive show about hunting, the food and fibre sector and the urban/rural connection... He talks with Susan McCaul from Petiquette about training farm dogs, pet ownership and Carriage Driving... He talks with Dr Bill Bishop about his award-winning efforts in establishing and running the Horse Ambulance Trust... And he catches up with with the founder and CEO of Mons Royale, Hamish Acland, about the value of merino wool, new retail stores and the new range of apparel available. 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.

Red Meat Revelations: Insights from Global Analyst Simon Quilty
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Simon Quilty, global analyst at Global Agri Trends. Discover the future of the red meat market and its global dynamics. Simon delves into market trends, climate impacts, and the evolving landscape of the red meat industry.

REX July 19th - Sarah Reed from The Grumpy Merino, Julia Jones from the Real Optimism podcast and dog trialist Cam Bain
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Sarah Reed from The Grumpy Merino about the business five years after she started it during lockdown, the challenges she's faced along the way and the latest range of wool products... He talks with Julia Jones, host of the Real Optimism podcast about social supermarkets and the economic climate... And he talks with dog trialist Cam Bain about the new Sheep Dog Stud Register Mobile App. 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.

REX July 18th - Shannon Mears from Mears Contracting, Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch and Central Otago Young Viticulturist of the Year Nina Downer
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Shannon Mears from Mears Contracting about feral cats, predator control and pig hunting... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about conditions in North Canterbury, 'polar flares' and what is deemed 'normal' weather in New Zealand... And he talks with Nina Downer, winner of the 2024 Central Otago Young Viticulturist of the Year, about her trifecta of victories, her pathway into viticulture and her 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.

REX July 17th - Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy, Andrew Harman from Black Hawk Dog Food, Craig McBeth from Dairy Farms NZ Ltd and MIA CEO Sirma Karapeeva
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+0.4%)... He talks with Andrew Harman from Black Hawk Dog Food about dropping off gift packs to North Canterbury farmers... He talks with Craig McBeth, CEO of Dairy Farms NZ Ltd about beginning of the end as it looks sell off the assets and liquidate the company... And he talks with Meat Industry Association CEO Sirma Karapeeva about North America remaining NZ's largest red meat market, the continuing decline of the Chinese market and next week's Red Meat Sector Conference. 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.

REX July 16th - Philip Gregan from NZ Winegrowers, Mitchell Julian from Custom Lumber, Kate Acland from B+LNZ and REX Producer Jo Grigg
On today's podcast, Dom talks with the CEO of NZ Winegrowers Philip Gregan about difficult market conditions, drinking trends and the 2024 vintage... He talks with Mitchell Julian from Custom Lumber about his tool storage units, their popularity with farmers and juggling woodwork with dairy farming... He talks with Beef+ Lamb NZ Chair Kate Acland about its new strategy and upcoming roadshow... And he catches up with REX Producer Jo Grigg for an update on the Marlborough region. 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.

REX July 15th - FMG Young Farmer of the Year George Dodson, Bryce McKenzie from Groundswell NZ, Marlborough Young Viticulturist of the Year Anna Kelland and Reefton Distilling Co. Ambassador Nick Secker
On today's podcast, Dom talks with the 2024 FMG Young Farmer of the Year George Dodson about winning the title while not 100% fit, the road to the final and what he plans to do next... He talks with Bryce McKenzie from Groundswell NZ about Team Ag meeting with Opposition MPs and its issue with Rabobank... He talks with 2024 Marlborough Young Viticulturist of the Year Anna Kelland about her recent win and her role in the viticulture world... And he talks with West Coaster Nick Secker about securing one of two roles as a brand ambassador for the award-winning Reefton Distilling Co. 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.

Empowering Communities Through Social Supermarkets
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Carmen Sutton, Social Supermarket Lead at Foodstuffs North Island. Discover how social supermarkets are restoring dignity and respect by offering choice to those in need. Carmen delves into Foodstuffs' impactful role and the powerful holistic solutions created through community partnerships.

REX July 12th - Taylor Roos from the Millers Flat Tavern, Alyssa Albert from Favoured Artisan Soap, Stephanie Hassall from PurePods and Claire Teutenberg from Beef+Lamb NZ
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Taylor Roos from the Millers Flat Tavern in Central Otago as part of the REX Rural Publican series... He talks with Alyssa Albert from Favoured Artisan Soap about operating her business out of the Chatham Islands... He talks with Stephanie Hassall, CEO of PurePods, about the growth of agritourism, its unique glass pods and how farmers can get involved... And he talks with Claire Teutenberg from Beef+Lamb NZ about a new scholarship available for farmers in the deep south. 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.

REX July 11th - Danica Wells from Queensland, Scott Champion from Primary Purpose, Kim Whitman from Barker's of Geraldine and REX social media guru Libby Mckinnel
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Danica Wells who, along with husband John, have moved from Northland to take up positions on a large station in Queensland... He talks with Scott Champion founding partner of Primary Purpose about its latest survey asking New Zealanders if they're open to the use of genetic technologies in food production... He talks with Kim Whitman from Barker's of Geraldine about its expansion and doubling the capacity of the business... And he catches up ith REX social media guru Libby Mckinnel for one last time. 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.

REX July 10th - Rob Wilson from Evolved Outdoors, Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch, Craig Wiggins and Taryn Helm from Growing Future Farmers
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Rob Wilson from Evolve Outdoors about its range of hunting and fishing apparel, its focus on sustainability and its new farming range coming out next year... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about what's in store for the next few days... He catches up with Craig Wiggins from 'Lead on a Gate, Talk to a Mate'... And he talks with Taryn Helm from Growing Future Farmers about its upcoming online session, the benefits for farmers and students and the success of the programme. 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.

Milking It Episode 2: Dairy Farmers Addie + Kip Nolan AND Sally Coome + John Dazley from CMK Accountants
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 Nolan’s, Addie and Kip. We also catch up with Associate Chartered Accountant Sally Coombe and Principal CMK Accountant John Dazley from CMK Accountants. Stay tuned for more episodes coming to you on REX, wherever you listen.

Milking It Episode 1: Dairy Women's Network CEO Jules Benton
We are joined by the CEO of Dairy Women’s Network, Jules Benton who is introducing an exciting new Series ‘Milking It’ on REX, brought to you by Dairy Women’s Network in association with Figured and CMK. Stay tuned for more episodes coming to you on REX, wherever you listen.

REX July 9th - Stephen Beeby from Hive Energy, Jaime Triggs from Canada, Lynda Coppersmith from NZYF and the FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Finalists
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Stephen Beeby from Hive Energy about its new 100% natural sports fuel made from Parakore Honey... He talks with ag worker and horse handler Jaime Triggs who's currently in Canada on the Chuckwagon racing circuit... He talks with New Zealand Young Farmers CEO Lynda Coppersmith about this week's FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final... And we hear from all seven grand finalists from their interviews with Dom this year following wins in their respective regional finals. 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.

REX July 8th - Marlborough farmer Richard Dawkins, Wairarapa farmer Patrick Allen, Carter's Brand Ambassador Richard Loe and Gisborne Young Grower of the Year Pip Terekia
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Marlborough farmer Richard Dawkins about his recent trio to Asia as part of the Silver Fern Farms shareholder supplier delegation and his insights into those markets... He talks with Patrick Allen, winner of the 2024 Rabobank Management Project Award, about his horse trading business and his future plans... He catches up with Carter's Brand Ambassador Richard Loe about the cost of farming and the All Blacks' win over England... And he talks with Gisborne Young Grower of the Year, Pip Terekia. 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.