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On today's REX Daily Podcast, 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... And he 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 Jess Murray from Bluff Station about organising this year's Starborough Hunt Club fundraiser, including a horse trek from Bluff Station to Muzzle Station in the Kaikoura Ranges and a raffle for a new 2026 Ford Ranger. 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 Johnston from Luisetti Seeds about his take on recent regenerative pasture trials, his own work on the establishment of clovers and his pasture advice following a wet start to summer. 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 Rural Support Trust Chair Neil Bateup about his latest New Years Honours award, the success of the Rural Support Trust and his philosophy and strategies for helping people in need. 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 Rural Support Trust Chair Neil Bateup about his latest New Years Honours award, the success of the Rural Support Trust and his philosophy and strategies for helping people in need... He talks with Andrew Johnston from Luisetti Seeds about his take on recent regenerative pasture trials, his own work on the establishment of clovers and his pasture advice following a wet start to summer... And he talks with Jess Murray from Bluff Station about organising this year's Starborough Hunt Club fundraiser, including a horse trek from Bluff Station to Muzzle Station in the Kaikoura Ranges and a raffle for a new 2026 Ford Ranger. 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 Russell Tocker, NZ board member for the International Red Dairy Breed Federation, about NZ hosting the Red Dairy Cow Conference for the first time (March 2-5), what's on offer for attendees and what he finds appealing about the red dairy breeds. 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 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.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, 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... And he talks with Russell Tocker, NZ board member for the International Red Dairy Breed Federation, about NZ hosting the Red Dairy Cow Conference for the first time (March 2-5), what's on offer for attendees and what he finds appealing about the red dairy breeds. 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 Hort NZ CEO Kate Scott about the NZ FTA with India, which industries will see the most benefit and recent biosecurity threats. 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 NZ Winegrowers CEO Philip Gregan about the emerging Indian market, the current state of the wine industry and his impending retirement after more than four decades in the 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.

Dom talks with Hazlett CEO Mel Brooks about high farm-gate prices and the positive spin-offs for livestock service companies, the sorry state of rural connectivity and the increasing frequency of adverse weather 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.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Hazlett CEO Mel Brooks about high farm-gate prices and the positive spin-offs for livestock service companies, the sorry state of rural connectivity and the increasing frequency of adverse weather events... He talks with NZ Winegrowers CEO Philip Gregan about the emerging Indian market, the current state of the wine industry and his impending retirement after more than four decades in the industry... And he talks with Hort NZ CEO Kate Scott about the NZ FTA with India, which industries will see the most benefit and recent biosecurity threats. 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 Greg Hamill, Nedap Oceania GM, about the Dutch agri-tech company launching into the NZ market, its range of technology and the company's history within the dairy 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.

Dom talks with Geoff Pullar from Littlebourne Wapiti in Winton about setting a NZ record at auction for the sale of his 3-year-old bull White 8 for $95,000. 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 about attending the recent Global Forum for Food & Agriculture and the International Young Farmers Forum in Berlin, the wealth of knowledge he's accumulated and some of the major issues facing global farming. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Simon 'Pog' Cameron about attending the recent Global Forum for Food & Agriculture and the International Young Farmers Forum in Berlin, the wealth of knowledge he's accumulated and some of the major issues facing global farming... He talks with Geoff Pullar from Littlebourne Wapiti in Winton about setting a NZ record at auction for the sale of his 3-year-old bull White 8 for $95,000... And he talks with Greg Hamill, Nedap Oceania GM, about the Dutch agri-tech company launching into the NZ market, its range of technology and the company's history within the dairy 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.

Dom talks with Scott Archbold, President of the Takaka Dog Trial Club, about celebrating the club's 130th anniversary this weekend, the history of the club and what they've got planned. 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 Mike Siermans, the new CEO of Federated Farmers, about his background, his vision for the organisation and NZ farming and what he hopes to achieve. 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 (+1.5%), the role of geopolitical turmoil regarding dairy markets and upcoming dairy conferences in the US... He talks with Mike Siermans, the new CEO of Federated Farmers, about his background, his vision for the organisation and NZ farming and what he hopes to achieve... And he talks with Scott Archbold, President of the Takaka Dog Trial Club, about celebrating the club's 130th anniversary this weekend, the history of the club and what they've got planned. 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 (+1.5%), the role of geopolitical turmoil regarding dairy markets and upcoming dairy conferences in the US. 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 Kate Barnett, founder of The Store Room and Pinot Junction Lakeside Cafe in the Cromwell Heritage Precinct and her family's history in pubs, farming and viticulture.  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 Phil Duncan from WeaterWatch about why forecasters largely missed the recent heavy rain in Northland, the changeable weather patterns in NZ so far this summer and what's in store for the next few days. 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 Northland President Colin Hannah about the weekend's deluge that hit parts of the region, why it was unexpected and further rain in the forecast. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Federated Farmers Northland President Colin Hannah about the weekend's deluge that hit parts of the region, why it was unexpected and further rain in the forecast... He talks with Phil Duncan from WeaterWatch about why forecasters largely missed the recent heavy rain in Northland, the changeable weather patterns in NZ so far this summer and what's in store for the next few days... And he talks with Kate Barnett, founder of The Store Room and Pinot Junction Lakeside Cafe in the Cromwell Heritage Precinct and her family's history in pubs, farming and viticulture.  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.

There's a growing debate about whether co-ops and other business structures are fit for purpose. This episode steps back from the noise to explore what really drives success or failure — governance, capital, and capability. 

Dom talks with United Wheatgrowers Chair Michael Tayler about the series of hailstorms in December that devastated some crops, the impact it's had and the current state of arable farming. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Wormwise Programme Manager Ginny Dodunski about the passing of eminent parasitologist Dr Dave Leathwick, his contribution to the field and NZ farming and the updated Wormwise Manual. 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 2025 All-Around Cowboy Ross Dowling about hosting some of the best cowboys in the world this summer in NZ, including Mason Stuller, Kade Bruno and Jordan Spears, the rising popularity of rodeo in NZ and what's driving its success. 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 2025 All-Around Cowboy Ross Dowling about hosting some of the best cowboys in the world this summer in NZ, including Mason Stuller, Kade Bruno and Jordan Spears, the rising popularity of rodeo in NZ and what's driving its success... He talks with Wormwise Programme Manager Ginny Dodunski about the passing of eminent parasitologist Dave Leathwick, his contribution to the field and NZ farming and the updated Wormwise Manual... And he talks with United Wheatgrowers Chair Michael Tayler about the series of hailstorms in December that devastated some crops, the impact it's had and the current state of arable farming. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

In case you missed it... Dom talks with Environment Southland councillor Jon Pemberton about the upcoming changes to the RMA, where it gets it right and the potential pitfalls of the new legislation. 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 Laura Morrison, Rangitikei farmer, member of the Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Executive, the AgriZeroNZ Farmer Focus Group and E-Tipu 2026 Steering Committee, about the importance of conferences like E-Tipu for NZ farming, whether there's two classes of farmer emerging in NZ and spending a day at the Basin Reserve. 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 Netspeed Managing Director Stan Rivett about Wi-Fi in the motorhome for the holidays and the deals on offer. 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 Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch about the Christmas forecast around the country, the ghost of Christmas weather past and the value of good geography on TV. 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 Environment Southland councillor Jon Pemberton about the upcoming changes to the RMA, where it gets it right and the potential pitfalls of the new legislation. 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 Environment Southland councillor Jon Pemberton about the upcoming changes to the RMA, where it gets it right and the potential pitfalls of the new legislation... He talks with Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch about the Christmas forecast around the country, the ghost of Christmas weather past and the value of good geography on TV... And he catches up with Netspeed Managing Director Stan Rivett about Wi-Fi in the motorhome for the holidays and the deals on offer. 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 Marlborough farmer Kieran Hickman about competing in the recent GODZONE 2025 Adventure Race, how well his team of Go Fence farmers performed in the gruelling 600km expedition and highs and lows they experienced during the event.  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 Laura Morrison, Rangitikei farmer, member of the Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Executive, the AgriZeroNZ Farmer Focus Group and E-Tipu 2026 Steering Committee, about the importance of conferences like E-Tipu for NZ farming, whether there's two classes of farmer emerging in NZ and spending a day at the Basin Reserve. 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 Laura Morrison, Rangitikei farmer, member of the Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Executive, the AgriZeroNZ Farmer Focus Group and E-Tipu 2026 Steering Committee, about the importance of conferences like E-Tipu for NZ farming, whether there's two classes of farmer emerging in NZ and spending a day at the Basin Reserve... And he talks with Marlborough farmer Kieran Hickman about competing in the recent GODZONE 2025 Adventure Race, how well his team of Go Fence farmers performed in the gruelling 600km expedition and highs and lows they experienced during the event.  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 Deer Industry News Editor Lynda Gray about wild weather, wild deer and the problem with velvet. 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 Beck Burgess from Beck Burgess Consulting in South Australia about her farm coaching and event management business, why she thinks micro breaks might be the answer for farmer well-being, rather than the 'get off farm' mantra, and her and husband Warren's microbrewery, Little Pete Brewing. 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 (-4.4%), what's causing the continued decline in auction prices and how long a recovery might take... He talks with Beck Burgess from Beck Burgess Consulting in South Australia about her farm coaching and event management business, why she think micro breaks might be the answer for farmer well-being, rather than the 'get off farm' mantra, and her and husband Warren's microbrewery, Little Pete Brewing... And he talks with Deer Industry News Editor Lynda Gray about wild weather, wild deer and the problem with velvet. 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 (-4.4%), what's causing the continued decline in auction prices and how long a recovery might take. 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 Gretchen Parkes, Rural Directions Manager, about some of the varied roles currently on offer in the agriculture sector, the launch of its new real-time salary survey and the state of the current agriculture labour market. 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 Natasha Cave, GM of the Whanganui Region Catchment Collective and co-manager of Rotowai Farms, about receiving one of the inaugural 2025 B+LNZ Leadership Advancement Scholarships which allowed her to complete the Kellogg Rural Leadership Programme, and her subsequent research examining how new technologies, like wearable devices, can enhance productivity in New Zealand’s beef 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.

Dom talks with Dr Jason Archer from Beef+Lamb NZ Genetics about a new report looking into the sheep industry's genetic progress over the past thirty years, where the biggest gains have been made and where further progress is likely in the next few years. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Dr Jason Archer from Beef+Lamb NZ Genetics about a new report looking into the sheep industry's genetic progress over the past thirty years, where the biggest gains have been made and where further progress is likely in the next few years... He talks with Natasha Cave, GM of the Whanganui Region Catchment Collective and co-manager of Rotowai Farms, about receiving one of the inaugural 2025 B+LNZ Leadership Advancement Scholarships which allowed her to complete the Kellogg Rural Leadership Programme, and her subsequent research examining how new technologies, like wearable devices, can enhance productivity in New Zealand’s beef industry... And he talks with Gretchen Parkes, Rural Directions Manager, about some of the varied roles currently on offer in the agriculture sector, the launch of its new real-time salary survey and the state of the current agriculture labour market. 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 Richard Johnston from Hazlett Livestock about Waikura Station's third annual on-farm sale last week at Hicks Bay in Gisborne, the success of the sale and what the event means for the local community. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Ross Hyland, Founder and CEO of GrowPay, about his motivation for setting up the new financial services platform for farmers, how the GrowPay system works and the benefits for farmers... And he talks with Richard Johnston from Hazlett Livestock about Waikura Station's third annual on-farm sale last week at Hicks Bay in Gisborne, the success of the sale and what the event means for the local 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 Ross Hyland, Founder and CEO of GrowPay, about his motivation for setting up the new financial services platform for farmers, how the GrowPay system works and the benefits for farmers. 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 Lee Matheson, Perrin Ag Managing Director, about celebrating 25 years in business, the changes he's experienced in agricultural consultancy since he joined the company nearly 20 years ago and what he role he sees farm consultancy playing 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.