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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 www.rexonline.co.nz.
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In case you missed it... Dom talks with Andrew Olsen, CEO of Rural Contractors NZ, about the rising cost of fuel, how contractors and farmers can reach an understanding in the current climate and the complex nature of geopolitics. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard about the Ministry for Education’s move to review school bus policy changes, after he wrote to the Minister advocating for rural families affected, CD Field Days and the cost of fuel. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Craig Wiggins about receiving government funding for the Whatever With Wiggy Charitable Trust, CD Field Days and the recent Rural Games. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Simon Moar, owner of Marlborough Helicopters and Agricultural Aviation Association board member, about the effect of fuel hikes on the agricultural aviation industry, how it's handling the situation and how farmers are responding. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Simon Moar, owner of Marlborough Helicopters and Agricultural Aviation Association board member, about the effect of fuel hikes on the agricultural aviation industry, how it's handling the situation and how farmers are responding... He talks with Craig Wiggins about receiving government funding for the Whatever With Wiggy Charitable Trust, CD Field Days and the recent Rural Games... And he talks with Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard about the Ministry for Education’s move to review school bus policy changes, after he wrote to the Minister advocating for rural families affected, CD Field Days and the cost of fuel. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Chris van der Loo, Head of New Product Development at Waikato Milking Systems, about the progress they've made with the ErgoPOD semi-robotic milking system since winning a National Fieldays Innovation Award in 2023, the advancements in robotic milking in recent years and what the future holds in this space. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with 2025 Kellogg graduate Matt Scarf about his research topic, which asks what happens to organic farmers and supply chains if NZ loses its GE free status? Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with 2025 Kellogg graduate Matt Scarf about his research topic, which asks what happens to organic farmers and supply chains if NZ loses its GE free status?... And he talks with Chris van der Loo, Head of New Product Development at Waikato Milking Systems, about the progress they've made with the ErgoPOD semi-robotic milking system since winning a National Fieldays Innovation Award in 2023, the advancements in robotic milking in recent years and what the future holds in this space. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+0.1%), the rising cost of commodities due to the war in Iran and the effect it's having across the globe... He talks with Andrew Olsen, CEO of Rural Contractors NZ, about the rising cost of fuel, how contractors and farmers can reach an understanding in the current climate and the complex nature of geopolitics... And he talks with Kristy McGregor, founder of the Shepherdess magazine about the continuing success of the publication, the recent Shepherdess Muster event and the expansion of the brand into events, TV series and podcasts. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+0.1%), the rising cost of commodities due to the war in Iran and the effect it's having across the globe. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Kristy McGregor, founder of the Shepherdess magazine about the continuing success of the publication, the recent Shepherdess Muster event and the expansion of the brand into events, TV series and podcasts. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Andrew Olsen, CEO of Rural Contractors NZ, about the rising cost of fuel, how contractors and farmers can reach an understanding in the current climate and the complex nature of geopolitics. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Rachael Fouhy, Pahiatua-based Production Animal Veterinarian, about being awarded the Tararua Rural Professional of the Year, her approach to vet work and her career in the ag industry. une in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with George Dodson and Chloe Butcher-Herries about being named Safer Farms regional ambassadors, what the roles entail and their respective farming careers and accolades. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with NZ Merino CEO Angus Street about the company's move to rebrand as Zentera, why it's decided to do it now and what it means for the growers across New Zealand, Australia and South Africa... He talks with George Dodson and Chloe Butcher-Herries about being named Safer Farms regional ambassadors, what the roles entail and their respective farming careers and accolades... And he talks with Rachael Fouhy, Pahiatua-based Production Animal Veterinarian, about being awarded the Tararua Rural Professional of the Year, her approach to vet work and her career in the ag industry. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with NZ Merino CEO Angus Street about the company's move to rebrand as Zentera, why it's decided to do it now and what it means for the growers across New Zealand, Australia and South Africa. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Hawke's Bay farmer Edwin Laver about winning the FMG Young Farmer of the Year East Coast regional final, working on the family farm and competing in endurance events. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Dominic Blackie, Pamu's GM of Commercial and Optimisation, about overseeing the relationships with suppliers, getting the best value out of each product sold off farm and the benefits of engaging in assurance and sustainability programmes. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Dom talks with Farmlands CEO Tanya Houghton about its interim results, the success of its Flex solar programme and navigating the co-op through geopolitical uncertainty and rising input costs. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Farmlands CEO Tanya Houghton about its interim results, the success of its Flex solar programme and navigating the co-op through geopolitical uncertainty and rising input costs... He talks with Dominic Blackie, Pamu's GM of Commercial and Optimisation, about overseeing the relationships with suppliers, getting the best value out of each product sold off farm and the benefits of engaging in assurance and sustainability programmes... And he talks with Hawke's Bay farmer Edwin Laver about winning the FMG Young Farmer of the Year East Coast regional final, working on the family farm and competing in endurance events. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.




