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On this episode… We chew the fat with the re-elected Federated Farmers President Andrew Hoggard… We find out why dairy processor Miraka is on the hunt for new milk suppliers… And we catch up with the VP of the World Farmers’ Organisation, Katie Milne.

Craig Wiggins, caught up with REX Today’s Dominic George to chat about feedback he’s getting from farmers on the ground, a lack of synergy between He Waka Eke Noa and Climate Change Commission Chair Rod Carr and whether the price of fuel is making New Zealand less appealing to international tourists.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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As part of Rural Exchange’s partnership with AgriTechNZ, the team have been profiling some of the leading lights in the NZ agri tech sector. This week REX’s Hamish McKay and Dominic George spoke to AgriTechNZ CEO Brendan O’Connell, about the recent Rural Connectivity Symposium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four generations later, one block of raspberries has grown into hectares of blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and boysenberries.

Untamed Earth Organics now grows and sells 45 different crops and vegetables, through local farmer's markets and veggie boxes delivered to your door.

On today’s episode; we chat with the winner of the 2022 FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final… We farewell Chris Allen from Federated Farmers after more than a decade on the national council… And we put the spotlight on organic farming with Untamed Earth Organics… And You can also listen to Rural Exchange on TodayFM Saturdays & Sundays 6 - 8am.

"It's been an absolute pleasure to be able to represent farmers' views at a national level."

On this episode… we wrap the Silver Fern Farms Plate to Pasture conference with CEO Simon Limmer… We hear from Central Otago farmer Nadia Lim… You can also listen to Rural Exchange on TodayFM Saturdays & Sundays 6 - 8am.

There were awards, scholarships, announcements, workshops and lively debate over the three days in Christchurch.

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A dairy-free yoghurt company in Raglan has taken out the overall Supreme Award at the Primary Industries Good Employers Awards. From humble beginnings as a home kitchen experiment, Raglan Food Co is now a multi-million dollar business. Co-founder, Latesha Randell, spoke to REX Today's Dominic George about the win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the impact of COVID-19 on global logistics to climate change, He Waka Eke Noa to evolving codes of welfare for animals, farmers continue to face a raft of challenges as we head into the second half of 2022. REX Today’s Dominic George caught up with Silver Fern Farms Chief Executive, Simon Limmer, on the many issues facing farmers at the 2022 Silver Fern Farms Plate to Pasture Conference in Christchurch this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

REX Today Podcast - 5-7-2022 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On today’s episode; we chew the fat with Laura Koot from the Fairlight Foundation… We talk to Young Farmer Grand Finalist Tim Dangen ahead of the Grand Final next week… And Sheepworld opens it doors to tourists for the first time in a long time - we reveal all later in the show… And You can also listen to Rural Exchange on TodayFM Saturdays & Sundays 6 - 8am.

On this episode… we discuss the idea of a national bipartisan approach to water capture with Irrigation NZ CEO Vanessa Winning… We catch up with AgProud NZ Chair Jon Pemberton… And we preview the first home test of the season against the Irish with former Highlander and Scottish international Brendan Laney… You can also listen to Rural Exchange on TodayFM Saturdays & Sundays 6 - 8am.

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This week we’re bringing you a Best Of show for Matariki Weekend - plenty of quality chats over the past few months that deserve a second listen… And - no Hamish McKay this weekend! The big fella’s slightly under the weather, nothing too major but we thought we’d grant him some leave… so thanks for joining us, Rural and Urban New Zealand!

This week we’re bringing you a Best Of show for Matariki Weekend - plenty of quality chats over the past few months that deserve a second listen… And - no Hamish McKay this weekend! The big fella’s slightly under the weather, nothing too major but we thought we’d grant him some leave… so thanks for joining us, Rural and Urban New Zealand!

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Recent research from ASB reveals that 30 percent of farmers are considering diversifying into off-farm activities, and nearly a quarter are considering a different farming type. GM Rural at ASB, Ben Speedy, spoke to REX Today’s Dominic George about what’s behind the increasing number of farmers looking at Diversification.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seven years ago, PaySauce’s founders set out to build a cloud-based payroll system that was so easy that employers could process payroll with one click via their mobile.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Critter Solutions team have spent the past 5 years developing and refining the artificial intelligence side of a new trap.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"We're very busy hunting for something to give us direction on what consumers are actually buying. What's actually happening?" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Sponsored: Conrad Wilkshire, General Manager Rural at Property Brokers spoke to Rural Exchange’s Hamish McKay and Dominic George about why he believes we need to back our farmers to make the best long-term decisions for their land.

There is mounting pressure on farmers to meet environmental standards, with policies and regulations being introduced and updated at pace. Pioneer Seeds’ Matt Dalley and Ian Williams spoke to Rural Exchange’s Hamish McKay and Dominic George about the role that mazie can play in mitigating some of the environmental challenges that farmers face.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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As part of Rural Exchange’s partnership with AgriTechNZ, the team have been profiling some of the leading lights in the NZ agri tech sector. This week REX’s Hamish McKay and Dominic George spoke to Biolumic’s Chief Science Officer, Dr. Jason Wargent, about how the innovative company is using complex light technology to programme plants.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things are ramping up at Gloriavale as businesses act on the ERA ruling that the Christian community was in breach of labour laws, using child and volunteer labour. Gloriavale has sought a high court injunction forcing Westland Dairy Company to continue collecting milk from its three farms after it announced an indefinite suspension. Silver Fern Farms has also ceased operations with Gloriavale, while Alliance Group and ANZCO are still assessing their options. Gloriavale leaver and dairy farmer David Ready spoke to REX Today’s Dominic George.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On today’s episode; we chat with Economic and Regional Development Minister Stuart Nash…  We find out what’s making headlines in the rural print media with Tony Leggett…  And we profile agrtiech company Biolumic…  And You can also listen to Rural Exchange on TodayFM Saturdays & Sundays 6 - 8am.