REX

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.

REX September 25th - Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy, Richard McIntyre from Federated Farmers, Amanda Henderson from Beef+LambNZ and Chloe Waolker from Precision Farming

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with dairy analyst Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about Fonterra's FY24 results... He talks with Federated Farmers Dairy Chair Richard McIntyre about his perspective of the co-op's results... He talks with Amanda Henderson from Beef+Lamb NZ about her role as Extension Manager for Tasman and Marlborough, the family farm at Kairuru on Takaka Hill and the interesting story of the quarry on the property... And he talks with Chloe Walker from Precision Farming about the launch of its integration with John Deere Operations Centre to automate nutrient and spray record keeping and N-cap compliance for farmers. 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.  

09-25
49:24

REX September 24th - Maniototo Farmer Emma Crutchley, Mike Prendergast from Blue Pacific Minerals and Scott Graham from Specialist Rural Services

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Maniototo farmer Emma Crutchley about spring snow events, making good decisions and rural leadership... He talks with Mike Prendergast, GM Sales and Business Development with Blue Pacific Minerals, about foliar fertilisers, their advantages and how you can get your hands on some... And he talks with Scott Graham from Specialist Rural Services about his life in fencing, his work fencing overseas and the changing face of fencing technology. 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.

09-24
39:49

REX September 23rd - Emma Higgins from Rabobank, Chris Ford from Farm Training Canterbury, Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard and Olivia Weatherburn from Beef+LambNZ

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Emma Higgins, Rabobank Senior Agricultural Analyst, about a new report which looks at how NZ could potentially benefit from a Chinese investigation into the dairy subsidies provided by the EU and several of its member states... He talks with Chris Ford from Farm Training Canterbury about the programme which started during covid which trains and finds work for people in the dairy sector... He talks with Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard about the proposed changes to the Biosecurity Act... And he talks with Beef+Lamb NZ National Extension Programme Manager, Olivia Weatherburn, about its funding for two people to undertake a Kellogg Rural Leadership course. 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.

09-23
48:41

Breaking Ground: The Power of Bold Ideas

On this week's episode of Real Optimism, Brenna Townshend and Kate Gwilliam share their journey in AgTech, discussing the challenges of data sharing, innovation under pressure, and the power of collaboration. Insightful, bold, and packed with lessons for the future of farming tech.

09-20
43:57

Milking It Episode 5: An Update From Addie + Kip Nolan

As part of the new series on REX brought to you by Dairy Women’s Network in association with Figured and CMK Dom catches up with John Dazley and Sally Coombe from CMK Accountants. Dom catches up with the Nolan's on the latest updates from their Dairy farm, how the weather has been impacting their work over the past few weeks, the impact CMK and Figured has had on their financial planning and more. Stay tuned for more episodes coming to you on REX, wherever you listen.

09-20
08:09

REX September 20th - David Tyney from Cirro Wines, Mark Storey from DairyNZ, Ongaha Farm Manager Nico Butler and Broadcaster Damian Newell

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with David Tyney from Cirro Wines about becoming the first NZ wine company to have illegal copies of its wine found in the Chinese market, fighting frost on the Marlborough vineyard and working on one of the highest vineyards on earth in the Yunnan Province... He talks with DairyNZ Head of Economics, Mark Storey, about the latest quarterly update, the national break-even forecast and what interest rate changes mean for dairy farmers... He talks with Nico Butler, Farm Manager at Ongaha in the Wairarapa, about being named as a finalist in the Zimmatic Trailblazer Sustainable Irrigation Awards... And he talks with Breeze Dunedin breakfast co-host Damian Newell about the 2024 Bird of the Year, the Hoiho, or Yellow-eyed penguin. 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.

09-19
47:39

REX September 19th - Alistair Schorn from Organics Aoteroa NZ, Ben Todhunter from Cleardale Station and Patoka farmer Isabelle Crawshaw

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Alistair Schorn from Organics Aotearoa NZ about a new research paper which looks at NZ's Free Trade Agreements with the EU and the UK and what impact they'll have as the EU rolls out its 'Green Deal'... He talks with Ben Todhunter from Cleardale Station about becoming the first New Zealander to be appointed to the board of Angus Australia, the events that led to it and his role with NZ Merino...  And he talks with Patoka farmer Isabelle Crawshaw about the recognition she received for her role in the response and recovery effort in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle, her role in the local Rural Community Board and the recent Netball NZ Open Champs, where she competed for Hawke's Bay. 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.

09-19
45:48

REX September 18th - Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy, Patrick Cotter from Exquisite Wool Traders, Dave Burridge from PGG Wrightson Wool and Life Coach Shane Bird

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+0.8%)... He talks with Patrick Cotter, a third year Lincoln University student who also works part-time for Exquisite Wool Traders and with Nadia Lim on the Wool Pot project... He talks with Dave Burridge from PGG Wrightson Wool about the spring auction season, auctions vs contracts and his 40-odd year career in the wool industry... And he talks with former NZ farmer turned Life Coach, Shane Bird, about morning exercise and positive thinking. 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.

09-17
45:31

REX September 17th - Grant Wilson from Ag Drive, Jen Corkran from Rabobank, Skye Macdonald from Middlehurst Farm Store & Butchery and Dr Cara Brosnahan from Beef+LambNZ

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Grant Wilson from Ag Drive about the alarming rate of quad bike deaths on NZ farms this year, what the main causes are and what can be done to mitigate it... He talks with Jen Corkran, Rabobank Senior Animal Proteins Analyst, about her new report looking into the long-term outlook for NZ sheepmeat, the current industry 'down cycle and what can be done to turn the corner... He talks with Skye Macdonald from Middlehurst Farm Store & Butchery in Kaikoura about breeding, raising, processing and selling their own meat, working in the family business and its latest collaboration with Burger Burger... And he talks with Dr Cara Brosnahan, Principal Scientist of Animal Health Research at Beef+LambNZ about the creation of seven new Livestock Parasite Management farmer learning groups, what the major issues are and what they hope to achieve. 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.

09-16
55:49

REX September 16th - Waitaki MP Miles Anderson, Ket Bradshaw from the South Marlborough Landscape Restoration Trust and Marijke Dunselman from Agritourism NZ

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Waitaki MP Miles Anderson about his first term in Parliament, the big issues on the table and the family farm... He talks with Ket Bradshaw from the South Marlborough Landscape Restoration Trust about wilding pines, cycling and cross country skiing... And he catches up with Agritourism NZ CEO Marijke Dunselman about the recent Beef+LambNZ innovation conference, opportunities for agritourism ventures and becoming a member of Agritourism NZ. 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.

09-16
56:03

Telling It Like It Is: Honest Farming with Derrick Josi

In this episode, we sit down with Derek Josie, a fourth-generation dairy farmer from Oregon, whose candid approach to farming has earned him a loyal following online. We dive into Derek’s journey, discussing everything from the realities of modern farming to the power of authenticity in an industry often misrepresented. Get ready for some laughs, insights, and real talk about the highs and lows of farm life. Whether you’re a farmer or consumer, Derek’s refreshingly honest take on agriculture will leave you inspired.

09-13
35:14

REX September 13th - Hamish Rush from the 2024 Horti Boys Calendar, Craig McMillan from Heliventures NZ, Ed Marfell from Hazlett and Jim Burrows from Glen Lake Station

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Tasman orchardist Hamish Rush about the 2024 Horti Boys calendar (which has raised over $25,000 for mental health), the process of making it and their desire for someone else to take over the calendar (plus how you can get your hands on one via the REX social media platforms)... He talks with Craig McMillan from Heliventures NZ about pest control, fertiliser and weed spraying and fire fighting... He talks with Hazlett South Island GM of Livestock, Ed Marfell, about its partnership with Meat the Need, spring prices and Tasman's Ranfurly Shield victory... And he talks with Jim Burrows from Glen Lake Station about surviving the drought in North Canterbury and whether he might have another crack in the Mint Lamb competition, after his successful debut last 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.

09-12
47:31

REX September 12th - Luke Thompson from PGG Wrightson, Fieldays CEO Peter Nation and Rural Health Advocate Craig Wiggins

On today's episode of the REX Rural Exchange news podcast, Dom talks with Luke Thompson, PGG Wrightson Upper South Island Deer Specialist, about how he got into deer farming, the current state of the industry and playing in four Rugby World Cups for Japan... He talks with outgoing Fieldays CEO Peter Nation about his decision to retire from the role, the changes he's seen over the years and relevance of Fieldays for farmers in an increasingly technical age... And he talks with Craig "Wiggy' Wiggins about the proposed closure of Whitestone Pulp mills in his native Raetihi and showing some kindness to tractor and machinery drivers. 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.

09-12
41:02

REX September 11th - Pork Hutchinson from Whangamomona, Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch, Barbara McKay from Golden Bay and Ben Johnson from Bodiam Dairies

On today's episode of the REX Rural Exchange news podcast, Dom talks with Pork Hutchinson from Whangamomona about Welsh black cattle, his accommodation side hustle and pig hunting... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the erratic yeBarbt typical September weather, high winds and dry spots... He talks with Barbara McKay from Golden Bay about being recognised for her efforts in the community over last 60-odd years, old-school country life and her rugby-playing grandsons... And he talks with one of the four finalists in this year's Zimmatic Trailblazer Sustainable Irrigation Awards, Ben Johnson, from Bodiam Dairies near Ashburton. 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.  

09-11
49:13

REX September 10th - Ian Proudfoot from KPMG, Colin Hurst from Federated Farmers and Carter's Brand Ambassador Richard Loe

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Ian Proudfoot, Head of Agribusiness at KPMG, about 'The Common Ground', a proposed collaboration platform, launched today in partnership between KPMG and AGMARDT, designed to reduce inefficiency and bring food and fibre organisations together and presented as part of the thought leadership report, 'Are industry good organisations good for industry?'... He talks with Federated Farmers freshwater spokesperson, Colin Hurst, about the government's pause on the rollout of freshwater farm plans, what it means for farmers and what the next steps might be... And he catches up with the Carter's Brand Ambassador Richard Loe about his sheep being attacked by dogs, the continued dry conditions in Canterbury and the All Blacks' back-to-back losses in 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.

09-09
41:34

Milking It Episode 4: Sally Coombe + John Dazley from CMK Accountants

As part of the new series on REX brought to you by Dairy Women’s Network in association with Figured and CMK Dom catches up with John Dazley and Sally Coombe from CMK Accountants. They discuss a recent financial planning session with farmers Addie and Kip Nolan, focusing on where they are now and how they can best utilise their current position to achieve future goals. Stay tuned for more episodes coming to you on REX, wherever you listen.

09-09
11:49

REX September 9th - Angie Fisher from Beef+Lamb NZ, Sophie Henderson from Ovis Management Lid and Otago farmer John Latta

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Angie Fisher, Senior Agricultural Analyst at Beef+Lamb NZ about its New Season Outlook for sheep and beef farmers, why farm profitability is forecast to drop and whether there are any bright spots on the horizon... He talks with Rangitikei farmer Sophie Henderson about her business, Foster Ideas, her role as an associate director of Ovis Management Ltd and her Kellogg report from 2017... And he talks with Otago farmer John Latta about the outlook for sheep and beef, his corporate forestry neighbour in Owaka and his role on the Otago Country Rugby Board. 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.

09-09
53:58

Retail Investing Revolution: Sharesies is Shaping the Future

In this episode, Julia chat's with Susannah Bately from Sharesies about the rise of retail investors and how they're transforming the market. We dive into how companies must evolve their investor relations to engage this new, dynamic force and adapt to the future of investing.  

09-06
45:07

REX September 6th - Shanghai-Based Kiwi Hunter McGregor, Mīti Beef Bar Founder Daniel Carson, Dairy Women's Network CEO Jules Benton & +MORE Director Paul Duynhoven

On today's episode of the REX Rural Exchange news podcast fill-in host Julia Jones chats with Shanghai-based Hunter McGregor about the Chinese agriculture market and what he is seeing over there... She talks to Mīti Beef Bar Founder Daniel Carson about his innovative attempt at entering the global meat snack market... Julia catches up with Dairy Women's Network CEO Jules Benton to talk about a new partnership between DWN and Rabo... And she talks to rural and commercial accountant Paul Duynhoven who is the Director of +MORE about dealing with rural-based clients and helping them navigate the difficult economy many are facing. 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.

09-05
55:37

REX September 5th - KPMG Partner Brent Love, Sarah Dobson + Amy Milburn from Figured, Ruth Leary from Agri Zero NZ, Landify Co-Founders Sarah How + Tara Dwyer & Sheep + Beef Farmer Jo Hay

On today's episode of the REX Rural Exchange news podcast fill-in host Julia Jones talks to KPMG Partner Brent Love about the tough times the agri-economy has faced over the past few years and how it looks going forward... She chats to Figured Executive GM Sarah Dobson + Head of Data and Lending Solutions Amy Milburn about positively disrupting the financial management of the farming sector... Julia catches up with Agri Zero NZ Head of Strategy and Engagement Ruth Leary about the venture capitalism opportunities within New Zealand's rural market... She talks to Landify Co-Founders Sarah How and Tara Dwyer about their new online platform... And Julia chats with Sheep and Beef Farmer Jo Hay about winning the Institute of Directors Otago Southland Branch Emerging Director 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.

09-05
01:04:35

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