Join us as Staple Homestead Ltd Owner + General Manager Fraser Tasker chats about the Mid-Canterbury farms he and his wife run. He emphasises the value of learning from your mistakes, how important pasture management is regardless of what sort of farm you run, rural communities and more.
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with UK farming advocate Emma Smith about the recent protests regarding a proposed inheritance tax, why British farming is a threatened career and the Young Stock Magazine which she created to encourage young people to learn about farming... He talks with Farmlands CEO Tanya Houghton about the co-op's annual result, how recent changes to the business have affected the bottom line and what further changes are in store for 2025... And he talks with newly-elected DairyNZ Deputy Chair Cam Henderson about where the current state of the dairy industry, his other governance roles and the current farming conditions in North Canterbury. 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 Deerstalkers Association Chief Executive Gwyn Thurlow about why its calling for a review of firearm safety training, its desire to see more than one contractor in place to conduct firearms safety courses and why it's potentially leading to more hunting-related shootings this season... He talks with Mercer dairy farmer Brad Cockrell about the recent visit to his farm by a cohort of Brazilian farmers, the purpose of the trip and what they learned from each other... And he talks with Lincoln University Professor Derrick Moot about the recent NZ Grasslands Association Conference in Oamaru, the results of a long-term study at Bog Roy Station and the ongoing work of the Dryland Pastures Research Group. 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 to Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+1.9%), how China's low milk powder inventory is effecting prices in a positive way for NZ farmers and the metric vs imperial system... And he talks with Jim Harre, who's recently retired from his role as Air New Zealand's Wine Ambassador, about his 50-year career working for the national carrier, the changes he's seen during that time and why it just may be one of the greatest jobs in the country. 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 WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about what's in store for the next week or so, the likelihood of La Nina of El Nino this summer and more tales of meteorological bureaucracy... He talks with cookbook author Michelle Forde about her new publication, 'Cooking for Shearing Gangs', her experience cooking for shearing gangs and some tips on how to do it successfully... And he talks with Manunui Farm Manager Carlos Segura about winning a silver and a bronze at the recent World Steak Challenge in Amsterdam. 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 Tom Forrest, co-founder and Cultivation Director at PURO, NZ's largest cultivator of medical cannabis, about its growing sites, regulatory burdens and the massive potential for growth... He talks with Angella Wanhalla, Professor of History at Otago University, about her new book, Te Hau Kāinga; The Māori Home Front during the Second World War, what was happening at home when the Maori Battalion was fighting overseas and what the period meant for NZ agriculture... And he talks with Martin Heanue, South Island Territory Lead at Datamars Livestock, about the brands it owns, improving productivity, sustainability and profitability for farming operations, its current trade in/trade up deal and how you can win a Speedrite S 2000 Solar Energiser, valued at $1,150. 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.
Join us as Senior Analyst for Animal Protein at Rabobank Jen Corkran delves into her journey from growing up in central Hawke's Bay to entering the agriculture industry. She talks about her work at Rabobank, the importance of global markets in agriculture, and more.
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Lawrence Meredith, EU Ambassador to NZ from the NZ Agricultural Show in Christchurch about NZ's FTA with the EU, the opportunities for NZ through the Horizon Europe initiative and farmer concerns about the EU's regulations requiring exporters to prove their products are deforestation-free... He talks with Charles Bennett from Waitui Wiltshire about why his family have developed a Wiltshire stud, the breed's overall performance and the stud's upcoming ram sale (Nov 26)... He talks with REINZ rural spokesperson Shane O'Brien around the recent lift in farm and lifestyle sales, the reasons behind it and what to expect in the next few months... And he talks with father and son combo Mark and James Taggart from Rapaura Suffolk Stud about James' entry in the sheep competition at the NZ Agricultural Show, his plans for the future and Mark's role in reestablishing the Board Breeder competition at the recent Marlborough A&P Show. 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 Victorian sheep farmer and author Jack Owen about his new book, 'You Are Not Your Farm: what the top 5% of farmers are doing that the average farmer is not'... He talks with Aussie farmer Jock Lawrence, founder of livestock farm management software app Mobble, about the idea for the app, its NZ division and how it can benefit farmers on both sides of the Tasman... And he catches up with Sydney-based Life Coach and former NZ farmer Shane Bird. 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 Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Chair Toby Williams about what it calls a radical new pine planting proposal released by the Climate Change Commission, why it would be the death knell for sheep farming in NZ and why some government ministers are supporting it... He talks with AgriZeroNZ CEO Wayne McNee about its inaugural annual report, what companies its invested in to date and what success its gained so far... And he talks with Dr Hans Maurer, United Fresh Technical Advisory Group Chair, about some of the key insights revealed in this year’s Fresh Facts 2024 report, what purpose the report serves and why not enough organisations understand the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 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 Eat What You Kill founder Tim Kavermann about how he came up with the idea for EWYK, his 'burnout', and the relationship between food and mental health... And he talks with Steve Satterthwaite from Muller Station about the Awatere Valley's worst drought since 1936, how he's managed to develop and sustain an outstanding Merino flock and his upcoming Field Day (Nov 22), after winning the Marlborough Sheep Farmer of the Year title in 2023. 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 renowned agriculture journalist, author and historian Ali Spencer about the closure of the Smithfield plant in Timaru, the history of the plant and the role it's played in the history of the NZ red meat industry... He talks with Penny Clark-Hall, founder of Social License Consulting, about what a social license is, why NZ farmers need them and what advantages a social license can bring to NZ agriculture... And he talks with the winner of the 2024 NZ Young Auctioneer Competition, Karl Chitham, about his last ditch effort to win the crown, how he got into auctioneering and his work with Carrfields in North Waikato. 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.
Join us as Hamish Marr gives an inside look at his role in connecting New Zealand agriculture with global markets. Hamish explains how he navigates international conversations on sustainability, trade demands, and consumer preferences while advocating for New Zealand’s unique farming standards. He highlights the importance of collaboration and adapting to global demands, offering a rare perspective on New Zealand’s role within the larger agricultural landscape.
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Eugene Cronin who, along with wife Sarah, were named the supreme winners of the 2024 Zimmatic Trailblazer Sustainable Irrigation Awards in Wellington... He talks with Central & East Otago Rural Livestock agent Logan Moore about how he got into the business, growing up in Millers Flat and raising three boys... He talks with Renee Powell, Canterbury Lead of Women in Agribusiness, about how and why she became involved, the GrowHer series and what they've got planned for Canterbury Cup & Show week... And he talks with Meat the Need GM Zellara Holden about the launch of its online National Charity Auction, the upcoming Charity Long Lunches in partnership with DWN and the ongoing work of the charity. 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 Jon Pemberton, Ag Proud NZ Chair and one of four 2025 Nuffield NZ Farming Scholarship recipients, about why he decided to apply, what he's planning on studying and which countries he'll be travelling to... He talks with OSPRI CEO Sam McIvor about the scrapping of the multi-million dollar MyOSPRI project, the fallout from the decision and efforts to improve the NAIT system in its wake... He talks with Evan Heywood from Next Generation Apples about the idea behind the concept, who's involved and the two new apple varieties its growing... And he talks with Graham Moor, President of the Bay Of Islands Pastoral and Industrial Show, about being the oldest agricultural show in NZ, the history of the event and what's on offer this year. 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 Chicago-based dairy analyst Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+4.6%), the talk in the office as Americans cast their votes for President and NZ's recent sporting success... He talks with author Annette O'Sullivan and photographer Jane Ussher about their new publication, 'Woolsheds; the historic shearing sheds of Aotearoa NZ', what inspired it and what they learned producing it... And he talks with Abby France, FMG Advice Product Manager, about online farming scams, what measures can be taken to prevent it and the launch of FMG's online learning module. 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 WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the outlook for November, which areas of NZ are getting dry and the upcoming US election... He talks with Organics Aotearoa NZ CEO Tiffany Tompkins about a recent fact-finding mission to Wellington to find out about the government's proposed reforms to NZ's regulation of genetic engineering, presenting its findings to the Primary Production Select Committee and its campaign to keep NZ's GE-free status... And he talks with the 2024 Young Horticulturist of the Year Anna England about her career in horticulture, winning the title and her interest in organics and backyard permaculture. 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 Game Animal Council GM Tim Gale about the 2024 Sika Show and the announcement of a nationwide Access Charter for Recreational Hunting and Fishing on Public Conservation Land and Waters from Hunting & Fishing Minister Todd McClay... He talks with NZ Merino Company CEO Angus Street about its recent annual shareholders meeting, its EpicFibre strategy and how the cost of living is impacting the business... He catches up with Carter's Brand Ambassador Richard Loe about labouring, rain relief and the sporting weekend... And he talks with NZ Dairy Industry Awards GM Robin Congdon about nominations being open for the 2025 regional finals and the Fonterra Responsible Dairying Award. 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.
Join me for some straight shooting real talk with Vanessa Sorensen, Microsoft’s Chief Partner Officer for Australia and New Zealand, about her journey from humble beginnings to tech leadership. Vanessa shares her insights on resilience, navigating challenges, and why building support networks is key to thriving through challenges. Whether you're looking for advice on leadership or simply need a dose of inspiration, Vanessa's story is a testament to the strength found in vulnerability and the impact of helping others.
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Harry Urquhart-Hay from WiseWool about overseas visitors, recent collaborations and the World of Wearable Arts... He talks with Jim Orchard from Marlborough Helicopters about his recent award, his work in agricultural aviation and how he realised his ambition of working in the industry... He talks with Power Farming NZ CEO Tom Ruddenklau about the state of tractor and farm machinery sales, overseas markets and the outlook for the future... And he talks with Professor Phillip Nicholls from the University of Western Australia about two new annual clovers ideal for dryland environments, including much of NZ's east coast. 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.