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Dom talks with Pete McDonald at Southern Field Days, one of the original organisers of National Lamb Day, about where the idea to re-boot it came from, the significance of it and where he sees it heading in 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.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Pete McDonald at Southern Field Days, one of the original organisers of National Lamb Day, about where the idea to re-boot it came from, the significance of it and where he sees it heading in the future... He talks with Rural Women NZ CEO Sandra Kirby about the organisation's centenary celebrations, the International Year of the Woman Farmer and the 2026 NZI Rural Women Business Awards... And he catches up with Craig Wiggins at Waimumu from Lean on a Gate, Talk to a Mate, about the growth of the organisation, the impact it's having and the challenges facing rural NZ. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

In case you missed it... Dom talks with Howard Moore, Keraplast CEO, about its quest to find wool accredited as 'Regenerative', for a new contract with farmers brokered by Wools of NZ, what products it produces using the keratin extracted from NZ wool and other products in the pipeline. 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 case you missed it... Dom talks with Simon 'Pog' Cameron, Haast farmer and Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Vice Chair, about further reflections on his recent trip to Berlin for the Global Forum for Food & Agriculture, the problem with succession in New Zealand farming and the vexed issue of gene technology. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Amanda Hodgson about the upcoming NZ Diary Expo (Feb 18-19) which she owns and runs with husband Matt, the purpose of the expo and what attendees can expect. 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.

Dom talks with Hugh Blair, former Massey University Science Professor and current Trustee of the C. Alma Baker Charitable Trust, about the role of the trust, the legacy of Alma Baker and the upcoming Open Day (Feb 17) at Limestone Downs sheep, beef and dairy farm near Port 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.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Hugh Blair, former Massey University Science Professor and current Trustee of the C. Alma Baker Charitable Trust, about the role of the trust, the legacy of Alma Baker and the upcoming Open Day (Feb 17) at Limestone Downs sheep, beef and dairy farm near Port Waikato... And he talks with Amanda Hodgson about the upcoming NZ Diary Expo (Feb 18-19) which she owns and runs with husband Matt, the purpose of the expo and what attendees can expect. 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.

Dom talks with Katie Saunders, Technical Manager at AgriHealth, about its new partnership with Dairy Women's Network, what it involves and what's happening in the AgriHealth organisation. 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.

Dom talks with Dave Martin, East Coast Farming Expo Event Director, about the upcoming event in Wairoa (Feb 18-19), what attendees can expect and the importance of the event for the 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.

Dom talks with Canterbury dairy farmer Anna Gregan about competing in this year's Kathmandu Coast to Coast multisport event, what her training regime has consisted of in the lead up and competing alongside her father in the same event five years ago. 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.

Dom talks with REX Producer Jo Grigg about this year's BBQ at the Beehive as part of National Lamb Day celebrations, what the politicians were saying and the positive outlook for meat and wool export revenue. 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 REX Producer Jo Grigg about this year's BBQ at the Beehive as part of National Lamb Day celebrations, what the politicians were saying and the positive outlook for meat and wool export revenue... He talks with Canterbury dairy farmer Anna Gregan about competing in this year's Kathmandu Coast to Coast multisport event, what her training regime has consisted of in the lead up and competing alongside her father in the same event five years ago... He talks with Dave Martin, East Coast Farming Expo Event Director, about the upcoming event in Wairoa (Feb 18-19), what attendees can expect and the importance of the event for the region... And he talks with Katie Saunders, Technical Manager at AgriHealth, about its new partnership with Dairy Women's Network, what it involves and what's happening in the AgriHealth organisation. 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 of Real Optimism, Julia Jones speaks with Andy Caughey,CEO of Wool Impact, about what the latest data is really telling us about strong wool. The conversation explores early signs of improved market engagement, the role of commercial demand and traceability, and why progress in the sector is likely to be uneven and cyclical. It’s a pragmatic discussion about separating signal from noise and understanding where genuine opportunity may be emerging and where patience is still required.   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.

Dom talks with Grant Campbell, organiser of the Gravel in Paradise cycling series, about the origins and purpose of the event, where and when the events are taking place and the Ride Strong race class for the farming 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.

Dom talks with Angela Halliday, GM of the T. R. Ellett Agricultural Research Trust, about the history and legacy of Trevor Ellett, what type of research the trust funds and its future trajectory. 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 Angela Halliday, GM of the T. R. Ellett Agricultural Research Trust, about the history and legacy of Trevor Ellett, what type of research the trust funds and its future trajectory... And he talks with Grant Campbell, organiser of the Gravel in Paradise cycling series, about the origins and purpose of the event, where and when the events are taking place and the Ride Strong race class for the farming 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.

Dom talks with Howard Moore, Keraplast CEO, about its quest to find wool accredited as 'Regenerative', for a new contract with farmers brokered by Wools of NZ, what products it produces using the keratin extracted from NZ wool and other products in the pipeline. 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.

Dom talks with David March, Operations Manager for Theland Tahi Farm Group, about his Kellogg scholarship research looking at wearable technology for cows and whether the technology brings financial advantages for larger dairy farms that are already high producing. 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 David March, Operations Manager for Theland Tahi Farm Group, about his Kellogg scholarship research looking at wearable technology for cows and whether the technology brings financial advantages for larger dairy farms that are already high producing... And he talks with Howard Moore, Keraplast CEO, about its quest to find wool accredited as 'Regenerative', for a new contract with farmers brokered by Wools of NZ, what products it produces using the keratin extracted from NZ wool and other products in the pipeline. 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.

Dom talks with Beef+Lamb NZ Chair Kate Acland about the upcoming National Lamb Day (Feb 15), what the week entails in the lead-up and how you can register your BBQ to win prizes. 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.

Dom talks with Thomas Slee, winner of the FMG Otago/Southland Young Farmer of the Year Regional Final, about his performance over the weekend, preparations for the Grand Final and his contract milking role 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.

Dom talks with Simon 'Pog' Cameron, Haast farmer and Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Vice Chair, about further reflections on his recent trip to Berlin for the Global Forum for Food & Agriculture, the problem with succession in New Zealand farming and the vexed issue of gene technology. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Simon 'Pog' Cameron, Haast farmer and Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Vice Chair, about further reflections on his recent trip to Berlin for the Global Forum for Food & Agriculture, the problem with succession in New Zealand farming and the vexed issue of gene technology... He talks with Thomas Slee, winner of the FMG Otago/Southland Young Farmer of the Year Regional Final, about his performance over the weekend, preparations for the Grand Final and his contract milking role in Southland... And he talks with Beef+Lamb NZ Chair Kate Acland about the upcoming National Lamb Day (Feb 15), what the week entails in the lead-up and how you can register your BBQ to win prizes. 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 case you missed it, Dom talks with Chanelle O'Sullivan from the Underground Festival about this year's event (Feb 18-19), the aim of it and what attendees can expect. 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 case you missed it, Dom talks with legendary NZ horse breeder Garry Chittick about his unconventional entry in to the business, what's made him successful over more than five decades breeding race horses and where he sees the industry heading in 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.

Dom talks with Andrew Henderson, Fonterra GM of Organics, about the co-op's call for more organic milk suppliers, what's driving the demand and what's required to be certified organic. 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.

Dom talks with Chanelle O'Sullivan from the Underground Festival about this year's event (Feb 18-19), the aim of it and what attendees can expect. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+6.7%), what's behind the result and what caused a glitch in the reporting system... He talks with Andrew Henderson, Fonterra GM of Organics, about the co-op's call for more organic milk suppliers, what's driving the demand and what's required to be certified organic... And he talks to Chanelle O'Sullivan from the Underground Festival about this year's event (Feb 18-19), the aim of it and what attendees can expect. 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.

Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+6.7%), what's behind the result and what caused the delay. 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.

Dom talks with Mandy Bell from Criffel Station about her recent visit to Singapore for the International Agri Food Week, the idea behind Criffel Futures and the diversification initiatives they're undertaking 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.

Dom talks with Peri Drysdale, founder and CEO of wool apparel company Untouched World, about the Untouched World Foundation, becoming the first fashion company in the world to be recognised by the UN for sustainability and whether the tide is turning in favour of sustainable materials in the textile industry. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the delayed completion of the latest Global Dairy Trade Event, what's behind it and when we can expect the results... He talks with Peri Drysdale, founder and CEO of wool apparel company Untouched World, about the Untouched World Foundation, becoming the first fashion company in the world to be recognised by the UN for sustainability and whether the tide is turning in favour of sustainable materials in the textile industry... And he talks with Mandy Bell from Criffel Station about her recent visit to Singapore for the International Agri Food Week, the idea behind Criffel Futures and the diversification initiatives they're undertaking 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.

Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the delayed completion of the latest Global Dairy Trade Event, what's behind it and when we can expect the results. 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.

Dom talks with actor and artist Amelia Guild from the The Bitches Box about her and Emma Newborn's recent performances playing their canine characters at the World Buskers Festival in Christchurch, the progress being made on their first feature film and life 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.

Dom talks with legendary NZ horse breeder Garry Chittick about his unconventional entry in to the business, what's made him successful over more than five decades breeding race horses and where he sees the industry heading in 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.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with legendary NZ horse breeder Garry Chittick about his unconventional entry in to the business, what's made him successful over more than five decades breeding race horses and where he sees the industry heading in the future... And he talks with actor and artist Amelia Guild from the The Bitches Box about her and Emma Newborn's recent performances playing their canine characters at the World Buskers Festival in Christchurch, the progress being made on their first feature film and life 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.

Dom talks with Jack Taggart, winner of this year's Aorangi FMG Young Farmer of the Year Contest, about his experience competing in regional finals over the years, what helped him get across the line this year and his thoughts on the Grand Final in July. 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.

Dom talks with author Brian de Lore about his latest book, 'The Horsemakers', why he's decided to focus primarily on the breeders and what he's managed to uncover about some of NZ's finest horse breeders. 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 author Brian de Lore about his latest book, 'The Horsemakers', why he's decided to focus primarily on the breeders and what he's managed to uncover about some of NZ's finest horse breeders... And he talks with Jack Taggart, winner of this year's Aorangi FMG Young Farmer of the Year Contest, about his experience competing in regional finals over the years, what helped him get across the line this year and his thoughts on the Grand Final in July. 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 case you missed it... Dom talks with six-time USA National Finals Rodeo qualifier Jordan Spears about what it takes to become one of the best bull riders in the world, his recent visit to NZ and his new podcast, Behind the Buckles. 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.

Dom talks with Kristen Baxter, Zoetis global senior manager for sustainability integration, about the development of an Avian flu vaccine for poultry which is effective against the current global strain of H5N1 High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza which is killing poultry and wildlife (avian and mammalian) globally. 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.

Dom talks with Lincoln University Associate Professor Racheal Bryant about a low nitrate farmlet trial led by DairyNZ, the results after two years of the trial, including an average 30-40% reduction in nitrate leaching per year, and how the results have been achieved. 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.

Dom talks with Rachel Shearer, GM of Wool at PGG Wrightson, about the establishment of a single, national live wool auction, what it means for auctioneering in Napier and the key reasons behind the move. 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 Rachel Shearer, GM of Wool at PGG Wrightson, about the establishment of a single, national live wool auction, what it means for auctioneering in Napier and the key reasons behind the move... He talks with Lincoln University Associate Professor Racheal Bryant about a low nitrate farmlet trial led by DairyNZ, the results after two years of the trial, including an average 30-40% reduction in nitrate leaching per year, and how the results have been achieved... And he talks with Kristen Baxter, Zoetis global senior manager for sustainability integration, about the development of an Avian flu vaccine for poultry which is effective against the current global strain of H5N1 High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza which is killing poultry and wildlife (avian and mammalian) globally. 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.

Dom talks with Barbara Kelly from Event Ready Bodies about working with farmers, contractors and tradies on keeping mobile, how to avoid injuries and what to do if you get them. 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.

Dom talks with Professor Paul Kenyon, Professor of Sheep Husbandry and Head of Massey University's School of Agriculture & Environment, about the pros and cons of hogget lambing, best practice and the financial viability. 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.

Dom talks with Fleur Fitzsimons, Public Service Association National Secretary, about its opposition to the government's plan to privatise meat inspection services, the possible motivations for the government's actions and why it could threaten one of NZ's most important export sectors. 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 Fleur Fitzsimons, Public Service Association National Secretary, about its opposition to the government's plan to privatise meat inspection services, the possible motivations for the government's actions and why it could threaten one of NZ's most important export sectors... He talks with Professor Paul Kenyon, Professor of Sheep Husbandry and Head of Massey University's School of Agriculture & Environment, about the pros and cons of hogget lambing, best practice and the financial viability... And he talks with Barbara Kelly from Event Ready Bodies about working with farmers, contractors and tradies on keeping mobile, how to avoid injuries and what to do if you get them. 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.

Dom talks with Federated Farmers Gisborne/Wairoa President Charlie Reynolds about the recent adverse weather, the current situation facing the region and what can be done to alleviate the impact of similar events in 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.

Dom talks with anthropologist Dame Anne Salmond about the political phenomena of using environmental issues to sow division in the electorate, how to overcome this type of 'pernicious polarisation' and the work that's been undertaken at her property, Waikereru Ecosanctuary. 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.