22nd October 2026 | Rural News

Meat exports to the U.A.E stalled over Halal certification Meat industry scholarships open for 2027 Shearer sentenced for abusing animals   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto.…

How AI is changing veterinary practice | Iain McLachlan, Veterinary Council of New Zealand

This episode features Iain McLachlan, CEO, Veterinary Council of New Zealand discussing insights from the Council’s roadshow, including feedback from rural veterinarians and the workforce needs facing the sector.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Co…

Working with your spreading contractor | Jim Galloway, Fertiliser Quality Council

This episode features Jim Galloway, Chair, Fertiliser Quality Council discussing certified spreading standards, product integrity and how fertiliser quality and application practices can help protect farm margins.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide C…

New Zealand hops behind a natural GLP-1 product | Sarah Kennedy, Calocurb

This episode features Sarah Kennedy, Chief Executive Officer, Calocurb discussing Calocurb, Amarasate and efforts to add value to New Zealand-grown hops.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or A…

Making New Zealand’s case on lamb in Washington | Kate Acland, B+LNZ

This episode features Kate Acland, Chair, Beef + Lamb NZ discussing efforts to defend New Zealand sheepmeat in the United States and the opportunities presented by the India Free Trade Agreement.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app …

What Synlait’s new chief executive needs to fix | Dr Nic Lees, Lincoln University

This episode features Dr Nic Lees, Senior Lecturer in Agribusiness Management, Lincoln University discussing the review of the Sharemilking Agreements Act and recent changes at Synlait, including the potential implications for farmers and the wider dairy sector.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE …

Farm plastics collection changes from March next year | Trish Rankin, Rural Waste Sorted NZ

This episode features Trish Rankin, Ambassador, Rural Waste Sorted NZ discussing better on-farm waste management and practical ways farmers can improve how they handle and reduce waste.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream …

Set El Niño trigger points now, DairyNZ tells farmers | Steve Veix, DairyNZ

This episode features Steve Veix, Farm Systems Manager, Farm Solutions & Engagement, Dairy NZ discussing regional support for farmers, building resilient farm systems and preparing for the potential effects of El Niño.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryW…

Opening Taiwan's market to New Zealand's fresh potatoes | Harry Soper, PGG Wrightson

This episode features Harry Soper, Retail Sales Manager, PGG Wrightson discussing West Coast spray contractors being two to three weeks ahead of last year after a good run of weather.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream th…

First Farm buyers, Westland certainty and the West Coast economy | Chris Wylie, BNZ

This episode features Chris Wylie, Senior Partner, Agribusiness, BNZ discussing buyers finding Canterbury too hot are looking to the West Coast.   This podcast is solely for information purposes. It's not financial or other professional advice. No party, including BNZ, is liable for direct or ind…