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On today's podcast, Dom talks to Campaign for Wool NZ Chair Ryan Cosgrove about the popularity of Kiwi wool in the US, and he talks to Wool Impact Chief Executive Andy Caughey about its new 'navigator' role, which aims to help bring to new innovative wool ideas to fruition Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Ryan Cosgrove is the Chair of Campaign for Wool NZ - he discusses new research showing Americans are falling in love with NZ wool Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Andy Caughey is the Chief Executive of Wool Impact - he discusses the new 'navigator' role, which aims to support individuals and businesses to bring innovative wool ides to life Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX 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 RaboResearch GM Stefan Vogel about the escalating tensions in the Red Sea and what it means for the NZ ag sector, and he talks to Ben Todhunter from Cleardale Station in the Canterbury High Country about his recent ram sale Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Ben Todhunter farms Cleardale Station in the Canterbury High Country - he discusses his recent on-farm ram sale, the state of the sheep industry and the need to have a discussion around gene editing Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Stefan Vogel is RaboResearch General Manager - he discusses trade logistics challenges for the NZ ag sector with the escalating tensions in the Red Sea Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX 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 Beef+Lamb NZ Chair Kate Acland about farmers finding common ground in 2024, and he talks weather with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Phil Duncan is the CEO of WeatherWatch - he discusses the impending temperature drop for some parts of the country and the new WeatherWatch Alerts App Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Kate Acland is the Chair of Beef+Lamb NZ - she discusses farmers finding common ground in 2024. Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Mike Grimshaw is an associate professor of sociology at the University of Canterbury - he discusses the broken system of tertiary education in NZ Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Jon Pemberton - Ag Proud NZ Chair - joins REX host Dominic George to discuss a wide range of farming issues, including the origins of AgProud NZ, the role of farming protest groups and comparisons between farming in NZ and Europe. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Freddy Gane is a sheep and beef farmer at Kaituna Ridges in Marlborough - he discusses the state of the NZ sheep industry, their wool clothing range, the new Romney stud and alcohol education in rural NZ. Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Richard Wilson is the owner and distiller at Sandymount Distillery on the Otago Peninsula - he discusses the history of the distillery, the state of the industry and becoming the first distillery in the country to achieve carbon neutral status Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Simon Guild is the Hunting Manager at High Peak Station in Canterbury - he discusses the history of the operation and the current state of hunting tourism in New Zealand Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Ben Collier is a fifth generation Taranaki farmer - he discusses his new side business, Bee & Flow Manuka, his time in the Black Sticks and what brought him back to the family farm Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

REX host Dominic George is joined by the Head of Sustainable Business Development at Rabobank Blake Holgate to discuss new research about the nation's shopping and consumption behaviours. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Tommi Gregory-Hunt is an eighth generation Pitt Islander and a livestock agent for Hazlett - she discusses life on the remote island, managing a farm on the Chathams and managing a shearing gang Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Brian Clayton is the CEO of Clayton Hops - he discusses how he and his two brothers have become the country's biggest hop growers and their new innovations in the market Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Matt Wyeth and his wife Lynley are sheep and beef farmers at Spring Valley Farms, a hill country farm West of Masterton, running 17,000 stock units. Matt's known for being full-on into the business - but he had to take an unscheduled step back when something from within the farm ecosystem came along, and gave him something he hadn't bargained for. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Nicola Wylie is a South Island farmer and the founder of Lora & Flok, using wool from her own sheep to make premium bedding. Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Agritourism NZ Founder and CEO Marijke Dunselman joined REX host Dom George to discuss New Zealand's Agritourism industry, how it has been impacted by recent international and local events, where she sees it going from here and more. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Kim Mossman farms a 500 acre plot just out of Gisborne on a family farm that dates back to World War 1. Mossman joins Hamish McKay to talk about farming through Cyclone Gabrielle, what it's like managing a 500 acre plot and more on this rendition of Hamish's Heroes. Catch a new episode of Hamish's Hero's every Monday at rexonline.co.nz.

This week we interview Ashlee Strange, a legend hunter and outdoor enthusiast who shares her journey on Instagram as @ashleehuntsnz. Ashlee was born and raised in the Coromandel and her passion for the outdoors came from following in her Dad's footsteps. We chat candidly about dealing with vegans and other anti-hunting types who think we should care about their opinions and also why women that hunt are hunters, just the same as men.

Garage Project co-founder Pete Gillespie told REX his collaboration with Southland sheep farmer James McNamee to create their new IPA 'Picking Hops In the Snow' is an example of the geographical diversity of hop cultivation. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dr Jason Archer from Beef & Lamb Genetics joined REX host Dominic George to talk about the Beef Progeny Test and to compare genetics in New Zealand, Europe and the US. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

It's Episode 2 of NZ's newest rural podcast Stockwhips and Lattes! This week, Laura confesses that she isn't much of a sports fan.... Wayne isn't impressed. Guests this week Lucy Olphert, professional showjumper and Kane Brisco, dairy farmer and founder of Farm Fit NZ join the show to talk about developing a strong mindset and why taking personal responsibility for your life and business is so important. Lucy @lucyolphertshowjumping Kane @farmfit_nz Hosts: Laura Koot & Wayne McEntee

Former All Blacks captain and farmer Ian Kirkpatrick sat down with Hamish McKay to talk about his rugby career, farming, rural mental health, the AB's chances at this year's World Cup and more. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Although she tends to spend most of her time these days heading up Wormwise, Ginny Dodunski joined REX host Dom George to talk about her time back at the coalface of vet work helping out a friend in need. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

This week on Stockwhips and Lattes, we talk with NZ country music sensation Jody Direen. Jody is an Otago lass with strong rural roots who went to Lincoln and had farming jobs for a few years before chasing down her real passion which is making amazing music. Inspired by her talented Grandmother, Jody's journey has taken her all over the world but now she is proud to call the West Coast of NZ home. Follow Jody on Instagram here - @jodydireen Hosts: Laura Koot & Wayne McEntee

David Frame is a professor of physics at Canterbury University - he discusses the methane debate from a NZ farming perspective. Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Having served three years as the Chair of the Game Animal Council, Grant Dodson was recently reappointed for three more. Dodson's expertise extends further to the forestry industry, where he spends a lot of his time and knowledge each week. He joined REX host Dominic George to talk about both roles, his contributions and what's next for the Game Animal Council in particular. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

This week on Stockwhips and Lattes we chat to 25-year-old casual shepherd, Kate Poulsen. Every day is different for Kate as she works her way around different farms throughout Otago performing any and all farming jobs. Right now, in the middle of a demanding 6-week lambing block, Kate reflects with us on why she's living her dream and how she got there. The best part of her career is working with her team of dogs and we find out how Kate carved out this epic rural life for herself. Insta: @katepoulsen_nz

From their Wairau Plains farm in Marlborough, you can pick cherries in summer, enjoy a bottle of wine, eat a leg of lamb and even buy some equine mix hay to feed your horse! Simon Bishell and his family run the property and he joined REX host Dom George to talk all about their rather diverse business operation. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

2018 NZTV Broadcaster of the Year and 2020 Voyager Media Broadcast Reporter of the Year Jehan Casinader talked to REX host Dom George about his struggle with mental health and his journey to overcome it along with much more. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

This week we yarn with southern shepherd Heather Thompson. Laura introduced herself to Heather a few years ago when she was a farm demonstrator at Walter Peak, Queenstown's biggest agritourism experience. After watching her round up some sheep with her epic heading dog Jess, Heather then proceeded to shear one of the sheep in front of a large crowd and look like an absolute boss while doing it. Laura was super impressed and had to meet her. Fast forward a few years and Heather left her agritourism role to go back to her family farm in South Otago when her Dad got a bit sick and needed someone to run the farm. Heather is now shepherding at Crown Rock Station with her partner Nick but feels like there is more to life than just farming so is starting to assess how she can diversify her life and career while still being involved in the rural industry.

While there is always plenty happening in rural NZ, it is always interesting to check in on other countries around the world. Honourary Welsh Correspondent Gareth Wyn Jones farms in Wales and joined REX host Dom George to talk about farming in the UK as well as a unique project he was lucky enough to be a part of. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Mark Woods is a Rural Engagement Advisor for Our Land and Water. He joined REX host Dominic George to discuss his role in helping farmers engage with farming organisations and more. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

This week on Stockwhips and Lattes, Macca and Laura chat to author, social media sensation, contract milker, and family man Tangaroa Walker. Tangaroa came from humble beginnings and everything he has built has been hard-fought and he credits much of his success to some amazing mentors. Follow Tangaroa here! - @farm4lifenz Hosts: Laura Koot & Wayne McEntee

Following a year of devastating and unpredictable weather, Pāmu CEO Mark Leslie joined REX host Dom George to provide insight into how Pamu optimised its farm operations and managed the impact of events such as Cyclone Gabrielle. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Freddy Gane is a farmer at Kaituna Ridges just out of Havelock - he joins REX host Dominic George to discuss his family's farming legacy and their brand-new wool products. Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

This week on Stockwhips and Lattes, Laura and Wayne chat to a couple of inspiring rural women, Philippa Cameron and Chanelle O'Sullivan, who have turned their on-farm passions into businesses. We discuss the beauty of a good side hustle, the art of brewing mead and the secret behind a perfect musterers breakfast. Philippa Cameron @whats_for_smokoChanelle O'Sullivan @borageandbee Hosts: Laura Koot & Wayne McEntee

A Professor of Sociology at the University of Otago, Professor Hugh Campbell joined REX host Dom George on the eve of the National election to talk about how politics impacts farmers, rural industries and more. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Milton Kiri became a legend in the North Island venison recovery game in the late ’70s and ’80s and in this episode of Stockwhips and Lattes he shares stories and insights from his live capture career that will leave you shaking your head. Poaching, being shot at by landowners, helicopter crashes, and near misses were all just part of the job. It was men like Milton that helped create our deer farming industry and it is a time that will never be repeated. Milton has written a book called Dying for a Living which is available to purchase from his Facebook Page Here! Hosts: Laura Koot & Wayne McEntee

Growing up in South Canterbury, Cam Scott is a farmer at heart but has also made a career as a country musician. He joined REX host Dom George to talk about growing up on a farm, how he got into country music and more. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

After 15 years in the role, Dr Tim Mackle announced his decision to step down as the CEO of Dairy NZ. He joined REX host Dom George to discuss this decision, the dairy industry as a whole as well as his plans for the future. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

This week on Stockwhips and Lattes we interview 24-year-old crazy horse lady Heather Gee-Taylor from the mighty Manawatu! Heather leases 400 acres of hill country and works on other farms in the district to keep busy. When she is not farming, running her dogs or breaking in horses, you will find Heather working in the community as an elected member of the local council and on the board of trustees at her old high school. She reckons that it is the non-farming stuff that makes her interesting and she is also a big fan of working smarter not harder, although, by the sounds of it, she is certainly not one to let the dust settle!

Carlos Bagrie is a fifth-generation farmer and owner of Royalburn Station. He joins REX host Dom George to talk about being awarded the 2024 Nuffield Farming Scholarship. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest 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 the CEO of agritech startup Croptide Hamish Penny and he catches up with the Managing Director of Netspeed, Stan Rivett Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX 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 ACT MP and Northland dairy farmer Mark Cameron about chairing the primary production select committee and being part of the new coalition government. Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom George talks to ACT MP and Northland dairy farmer Mark Cameron about chairing the primary production select committee and being part of the new coalition government Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.