Livestock exports by sea are set to stop next year after the government passed a bill to ban them…  Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor said the ban would protect New Zealand's reputation for world-leading animal welfare standards, highlighting The Gulf Livestock 1 tragedy in September of 2020, where 6000 cattle and 41 crew died…  But what will the cost be to farmers and rural communities…  Joining us on REX to discuss it is the Chair of the Animal Genetic Trade Association, Mark Willis.

Livestock exports by sea are set to stop next year after the government passed a bill to ban them…  Agriculture Minister Damien O'Connor said the ban would protect New Zealand's reputation for world-leading animal welfare standards, highlighting The Gulf Livestock 1 tragedy in September of 2020, where 6000 cattle and 41 crew died…  But what will the cost be to farmers and rural communities…  Joining us on REX to discuss it is the Chair of the Animal Genetic Trade Association, Mark Willis.

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 www.rexonline.co.nz.

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.