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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 - Jim Ward & Matt Simpson
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Federated Farmers High Country Committee co-chairs Jim Ward and Matt Simpson about the Government’s Conservation Act Amendment Bill, the conflicting interpretations of Bill being disseminated online and what they'd like to see happen. Tune in daily for the l…
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REX Recommends - Lucy McKnight
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Lucy McKnight, Marlborough farmer and florist, about her business Picks and Petals, the process of converting parts of Te Rapa farm for flower production and whether it's proving to be a successful venture. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural…
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Could the Panama Canal and El Niño affect NZ ag exports? - Melissa Clark-Reynolds
Dom talks with Melissa Clark-Reynolds, futurist and founder of FutureCentre.nz, about how the Panama Canal, El Niño and changing demographics are influencing NZ agriculture. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and …
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"We can't just lock the gate and walk away" - Jim Ward & Matt Simpson
Dom talks with Federated Farmers High Country Committee co-chairs Jim Ward and Matt Simpson about the Government’s Conservation Act Amendment Bill, the conflicting interpretations of Bill being disseminated online and what they'd like to see happen. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX ru…
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REX July 3 - Jim Ward & Matt Simpson and Melissa Clark-Reynolds
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Federated Farmers High Country Committee co-chairs Jim Ward and Matt Simpson about the Government’s Conservation Act Amendment Bill, the conflicting interpretations of Bill being disseminated online and what they'd like to see happen... And he talks with…
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Beef system overhaul wins accolades - Carey Pawson-Edwards
Dom talks with Carey Pawson-Edwards, Stock Manager at Caberfeidh Station, part of the Lone Star Farms portfolio, about winning the 2026 Rabobank Management Project Award, how the project is bein implemented at Caberfeidh and being selected to represent NZ at the 2026 Global Sheep Forum in Adelaide …
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From farm to summit; Kathmandu partners with Zentera - Megan Welch
Dom talks with Kathmandu CEO Megan Welch about signing on with Zentera Wool Company as its latest brand partner, increasing the volume of merino wool for its apparel and the latest trends in outdoor fashion and manufacturing. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favo…
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REX July 2 - Carey Pawson-Edwards and Megan Welch
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Carey Pawson-Edwards, Stock Manager at Caberfeidh Station, part of the Lone Star Farms portfolio, about winning the 2026 Rabobank Management Project Award, how the project is bein implemented at Caberfeidh and being selected to represent NZ at the 2026 G…
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What it takes to become Rural Woman of the Year - Kate Acland
Dom talks with Kate Acland, Beef+Lamb NZ Chair, about winning the inaugural Rural Woman of the Year award at the recent Primary Industries NZ conference, her background in the agriculture sector and why she opted to pursue a governance role. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural cont…
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Dairy markets, fuel prices & currencies - Stu Davison
Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest GDT Pulse auction, what he thinks might be in store for the next full auction and which currencies are currently struggling on the global market. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streamin…
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