Livestock exports by sea will cease next year after the government passed a bill to ban them this week…  Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor says the ban will protect New Zealand's reputation for world-leading animal welfare standards…  But ACT Party Ag Spokesperson Mark Cameron reckons it’s yet another slap in the face for rural communities…  He joined us for this week’s Yes Minister… 

Livestock exports by sea will cease next year after the government passed a bill to ban them this week…  Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor says <a href="https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/440434/government-announces-ban-for-live-cattle-exports-by-sea">the ban</a> will protect New Zealand's reputation for world-leading animal welfare standards…  But ACT Party Ag Spokesperson Mark Cameron reckons it’s yet another slap in the face for rural communities…  He joined us for this week’s Yes Minister…

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REX is the best of rural radio hosted by 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.

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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 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.
For more rural news and updates, head to <a href="http://www.rexonline.co.nz">www.rexonline.co.nz.</a>

Rural Exchange gives a new voice for farmers. It's a modern, entertaining and informative show for the sector that is the backbone of New Zealand's economy.

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 news, detailed weather reports and sport, while covering hot on-farm topics as well as some off-farm too.

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 news, detailed weather reports and sport, while covering hot on-farm topics as well as some off-farm too.