This episode features Mike Manning, General Manager of Innovation and Strategy and Chief Science Officer, Ravensdown reflecting on more than four decades of science-led innovation, sustainable nutrient management and his transition toward retirement.

 

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. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.

 

Apple:https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881

Google Play:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ

This episode features Mike Manning, General Manager of Innovation and Strategy and Chief Science Officer, Ravensdown reflecting on more than four decades of science-led innovation, sustainable nutrient management and his transition toward retirement.
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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. Or try the voice command &lsquo;Play CountryWide Connect&rsquo; on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.
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Apple: <a href="https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881">https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881</a>
Google Play: <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&amp;hl=en_NZ">https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&amp;hl=en_NZ</a>

CountryWide CONNECT is the latest innovative daily livestreamed rural video/radio show broadcast at lunchtime 11am – 1pm Monday-Friday from Christchurch, New Zealand.


The show is hosted by respected award-winning agribusiness broadcasters, Sarah Perriam-Lampp (formerly Sarah’s Country & Rural Exchange) and Andy Thompson (formerly The Rural Round-Up).


Over two hours, Sarah & Andy cover the latest in New Zealand rural news, views, politics but most importantly in-depth technical farming advice to help improve farmers bottom lines!

For more information & to subscribe to CountryWide, visit www.country-wide.co.nz

CountryWide CONNECT is the latest innovative daily livestreamed rural video/radio show broadcast at lunchtime 11am &ndash; 1pm Monday-Friday from Christchurch, New Zealand.
 The show is hosted by respected award-winning agribusiness broadcasters, Sarah Perriam-Lampp (formerly Sarah&rsquo;s Country &amp; Rural Exchange) and Andy Thompson (formerly The Rural Round-Up).
 Over two hours, Sarah &amp; Andy cover the latest in New Zealand rural news, views, politics but most importantly in-depth technical farming advice to help improve farmers bottom lines!
For more information &amp; to subscribe to CountryWide, visit www.country-wide.co.nz

CountryWide CONNECT

CountryWide CONNECT is an innovative daily livestreamed rural video/radio show broadcast at lunchtime 11am – 1pm Monday-Friday from Christchurch, New Zealand.


The show is hosted by respected award-winning agribusiness broadcasters, Sarah Perriam-Lampp (formerly Sarah’s Country & Rural Exchange) and Andy Thompson (formerly The Rural Round-Up).


Over two hours, Sarah & Andy cover the latest in New Zealand rural news, views, politics but most importantly in-depth technical farming advice to help improve farmers bottom lines!

For more information & to subscribe to CountryWide, visit www.country-wide.co.nz

CountryWide CONNECT is an innovative daily livestreamed rural video/radio show broadcast at lunchtime 11am &ndash; 1pm Monday-Friday from Christchurch, New Zealand.
 The show is hosted by respected award-winning agribusiness broadcasters, Sarah Perriam-Lampp (formerly Sarah&rsquo;s Country &amp; Rural Exchange) and Andy Thompson (formerly The Rural Round-Up).
 Over two hours, Sarah &amp; Andy cover the latest in New Zealand rural news, views, politics but most importantly in-depth technical farming advice to help improve farmers bottom lines!
For more information &amp; to subscribe to CountryWide, visit www.country-wide.co.nz

Mike Manning - Focus is on supplying fert, regardless of price

CountryWide Connect - Show Summary

Farmlands CEO Tanya Houghton discussing their commitment to the rural sector as a foundation partner of CountryWide Connect and supporting shareholders through industry challenges.

LIC Chair Corrigan Sowman joins us to talk about the generational value of co-operatives, balancing on-farm efficiency with lower emissions, and navigating challenging times using data and genetics.

SealesWinslow Nutrition Extension Specialist Simon Butler discusses critical transition planning for dairy cows heading into winter.

New Zealand National Fieldays Society Chief Executive Richard Lindroos shares insights on the success of this years event so far and the 15-year vision to turn Fieldays into a global mega-event.

Deputy Prime Minister and New Zealand First leader Winston Peters talks about New Zealand First’s push on rural policy and reducing red tape for farmers.

Minister for Rural Communities and Associate Minister of Agriculture Hon Mark Patterson discusses newly announced government funding for rural wellbeing leaders and an $8 million investment in New Zealand strong wool.

Sharesies Co-founder and Co-CEO Leighton Roberts joins us to highlight their debut at Fieldays and deepening partnerships with agricultural co-ops like Fonterra and LIC.

Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Trade Hon Todd McClay joins us to discuss the latest SOPI report projecting a record $64.3 billion in food and fibre exports and long-term funding certainty for rural catchment groups.

European Union Ambassador to New Zealand Lawrence Meredith joins us to discuss the economic boost from the NZ-EU Free Trade Agreement, shared sustainability goals and the EU's growing investment in New Zealand agritech at Fieldays.

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. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.

Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ

CountryWide Connect - Show Summary
Farmlands CEO Tanya Houghton discussing their commitment to the rural sector as a foundation partner of CountryWide Connect and supporting shareholders through industry challenges.
LIC Chair Corrigan Sowman joins us to talk about the generational value of co-operatives, balancing on-farm efficiency with lower emissions, and navigating challenging times using data and genetics.
SealesWinslow Nutrition Extension Specialist Simon Butler discusses critical transition planning for dairy cows heading into winter.
New Zealand National Fieldays Society Chief Executive Richard Lindroos shares insights on the success of this years event so far and the 15-year vision to turn Fieldays into a global mega-event.
Deputy Prime Minister and New Zealand First leader Winston Peters talks about New Zealand First&rsquo;s push on rural policy and reducing red tape for farmers.
Minister for Rural Communities and Associate Minister of Agriculture Hon Mark Patterson discusses newly announced government funding for rural wellbeing leaders and an $8 million investment in New Zealand strong wool.
Sharesies Co-founder and Co-CEO Leighton Roberts joins us to highlight their debut at Fieldays and deepening partnerships with agricultural co-ops like Fonterra and LIC.
Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Trade Hon Todd McClay joins us to discuss the latest SOPI report projecting a record $64.3 billion in food and fibre exports and long-term funding certainty for rural catchment groups.
European Union Ambassador to New Zealand Lawrence Meredith joins us to discuss the economic boost from the NZ-EU Free Trade Agreement, shared sustainability goals and the EU's growing investment in New Zealand agritech at Fieldays.
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. Or try the voice command &lsquo;Play CountryWide Connect&rsquo; on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&amp;hl=en_NZ

FULL SHOW - 12th June 2026

This episode features Kate Scott, CEO, Horticulture NZ discussing grower confidence, infrastructure resilience, water security and the future of New Zealand's horticulture sector.

 

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. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.

 

Apple:https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881

Google Play:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ

This episode features Kate Scott, CEO, Horticulture NZ discussing grower confidence, infrastructure resilience, water security and the future of New Zealand's horticulture sector.
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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. Or try the voice command &lsquo;Play CountryWide Connect&rsquo; on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.
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Apple: <a href="https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881">https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881</a>
Google Play: <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&amp;hl=en_NZ">https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&amp;hl=en_NZ</a>

Kate Scott - ‘Still work to be done’: Hort NZ on hazardous chemicals bill

This episode features Tim Deane, Owner and Managing Director, Norsewear discussing Sir Edmund Hillary's original expedition socks, the launch of the new Wool Blacks beanie and why New Zealand wool remains world-class.

 

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. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.

 

Apple:https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881

Google Play:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ

This episode features Tim Deane, Owner and Managing Director, Norsewear discussing Sir Edmund Hillary's original expedition socks, the launch of the new Wool Blacks beanie and why New Zealand wool remains world-class.
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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. Or try the voice command &lsquo;Play CountryWide Connect&rsquo; on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.
&nbsp;
Apple: <a href="https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881">https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881</a>
Google Play: <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&amp;hl=en_NZ">https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&amp;hl=en_NZ</a>

Mike Manning - Focus is on supplying fert, regardless of price

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