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This is the REX Podcast feed - your one-stop-shop for all things Rural. REX is the best of rural radio hosted by agricultural journalist, Dominic George. Dedicated to the backbone of NZ, join us as we discuss rural challenges and issues, find stories that inspire and empower, and celebrate key players in the sector across Aotearoa. REX focuses inside and outside the farm gate, featuring rural new…Social links:
REX Recommends - Kylie Dorr
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Kylie Dorr, owner of Southern Reproductive, about winning the Supreme Winner title of the 2026 NZI Rural Women Business Awards at Parliament last night, the exponential growth and diversification of the Artificial Insemination business since she returned from…
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REX Recommends - Mark Cameron
In case you missed it... Dom talks with ACT MP and Northland dairy farmer Mark Cameron about his decision to leave politics due to health concerns, his time in Parliament over the last two terms and the current state of the primary sector. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural conten…
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From clip to customer; NZ wool products at pop-up store - Kate Cocks & Nicola Wylie
Dom talks with Kate Cocks from Mt Nicholas Merino and Nicola Wylie from Lora & Flok about a pop-up shop in Arrowtown next week (July 28-30), celebrating NZ wool, craftsmanship, photography and design. They discuss the various products they produce from wool directly off their respective farms, the …
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REX July 24 - Kylie Dorr, Kate Cocks & Nicola Wylie and Jake Burtenshaw
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Kylie Dorr, owner of Southern Reproductive, about winning the Supreme Winner title of the 2026 NZI Rural Women Business Awards at Parliament last night, the exponential growth and diversification of the Artificial Insemination business since she returned…
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Club rugby finals dominate the nation this weekend - Jake Burtenshaw
Dom talks with Upper Clutha Rams No. 8 Jake Burtenshaw ahead of tomorrow's Central Otago Premier Rugby Competition final against Wakatipu, just one of many club finals up and down NZ this weekend. They discuss the team's success over the past few seasons and what makes country rugby special. Tune …
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AI, hair salons & dirt bikes; NZ's top rural business woman - Kylie Dorr
Dom talks with Kylie Dorr, owner of Southern Reproductive, about winning the Supreme Winner title of the 2026 NZI Rural Women Business Awards at Parliament last night, the exponential growth and diversification of the Artificial Insemination business since she returned from the USA five years ago a…
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Should you get wearables for your beef cattle? - James Parsons
Jo Grigg talks with James Parsons, founder of SmartGraze, about his work helping sheep and beef farmers navigate wearable technologies and the building blocks farmers need to get right to make the investment profitable. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite …
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Awards, challenges & connecting the ag sector - Tony Dodunski
Dom talks with Tony Dodunski, Beaumaris Dairies Farm Manager and Equity Partner, about winning the 2026 Fonterra Responsible Dairying Award and the changes he's made to the Lake Ellesmere property and farming system since taking over in 2017. They also discuss his role as founder and CEO of Ag Assi…
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REX July 23 - Tony Dodunski and James Parsons
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Tony Dodunski, Beaumaris Dairies Farm Manager and Equity Partner, about winning the 2026 Fonterra Responsible Dairying Award and the changes he's made to the Lake Ellesmere property and farming system since taking over in 2017. They also discuss his role…
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REX July 22 - Stu Davison and Dr Gabriella Gronqvist
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+1.5%), how the markets have responded to recent auctions and the aftermath of the football World Cup in North America... And he talks with Dr Gabriella Gronqvist, Massey Univer…
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