This episode features Quilae Wong, Leader of the Opportunity Party, discussing their recent rise in the polls

 

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This episode features Quilae Wong, Leader of the Opportunity Party, discussing their recent rise in the polls
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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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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

Quilae Wong - A real gnarly issue': Opportunity on gene tech bill

This episode features Tony and Michelle Roberts, 2026 National Ambassadors for Sustainable Farming and Growing discussing 2026 Balance Farm Environment Awards

 

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This episode features Tony and Michelle Roberts, 2026 National Ambassadors for Sustainable Farming and Growing discussing 2026 Balance Farm Environment Awards
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Tony and Michelle Roberts - Deer farmers named national sustainable farming ambassadors

This episode features Brad Olsen, Chief Executive - Infometrics discussing the B+LNZ On Farm Inflation report.

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This episode features Brad Olsen, Chief Executive - Infometrics discussing the B+LNZ On Farm Inflation report.
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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Brad Olsen - B+LNZ On Farm Inflation report

CountryWide CONNECT - Show Summary 

Tony and Michelle Roberts, the 2026 National Ambassadors for Sustainable Farming and Growing, discussing their win at this year's Ballance Farm Environment Awards and what the recognition means to them.

Opportunities Party Leader Quilae Wong discusses the party's recent rise in the polls and the issues driving voter support.

Infometrics Chief Executive Brad Olsen joins us to break down Beef + Lamb New Zealand's latest On-Farm Inflation Report and what it tells us about the cost pressures facing farmers.

Willy McSkimming from McSkimming Shearing discusses the new Shearing Board app and how it's helping modernise the shearing industry.

DairyNZ Chief Executive Campbell Parker joins us to discuss the Ballance Farm Environment Awards, the current dairy beef situation, and how farmers should be preparing for El Niño.

ACT Party Transport spokesperson Cameron Luxton discusses the Government's vehicle regulation changes and what they mean for New Zealand motorists.

Tony Leggett joins us with the latest sheep and beef update, including Devold's new 4-year merino wool contracts and what it means for the industry.

And we wrap the show with our weekly Friday Sport Panel, featuring Dave Worsley and Charlotte Mee, looking ahead to the weekend's action.

 

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 Tony and Michelle Roberts, the 2026 National Ambassadors for Sustainable Farming and Growing, discussing their win at this year's Ballance Farm Environment Awards and what the recognition means to them.
Opportunities Party Leader Quilae Wong discusses the party's recent rise in the polls and the issues driving voter support.
Infometrics Chief Executive Brad Olsen joins us to break down Beef + Lamb New Zealand's latest On-Farm Inflation Report and what it tells us about the cost pressures facing farmers.
Willy McSkimming from McSkimming Shearing discusses the new Shearing Board app and how it's helping modernise the shearing industry.
DairyNZ Chief Executive Campbell Parker joins us to discuss the Ballance Farm Environment Awards, the current dairy beef situation, and how farmers should be preparing for El Ni&ntilde;o.
ACT Party Transport spokesperson Cameron Luxton discusses the Government's vehicle regulation changes and what they mean for New Zealand motorists.
Tony Leggett joins us with the latest sheep and beef update, including Devold's new 4-year merino wool contracts and what it means for the industry.
And we wrap the show with our weekly Friday Sport Panel, featuring Dave Worsley and Charlotte Mee, looking ahead to the weekend's action.
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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. Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881 Google Play:&nbsp;<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>

Quilae Wong - A real gnarly issue': Opportunity on gene tech bill

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