Best Simon Nichols Podcasts (2024)

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Bonus Short Two from Rewiring the Brain: Understanding and Overcoming Driving Anxiety with Joshua Fletcher 7:06

3h ago7:06

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Bonus Short: From Episode 72 - Rewiring the Brain: Understanding and Overcoming Driving Anixety with Joshua Fletcher Link to Full Episode: https://pod.fo/e/18825e Would you like to feature in a future Q&A podcast? Do you have a story that others might relate to? You can record a question about driving nerves or confidence that you would like us to …

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REX November 7th - 2025 Nuffield Scholar Jon Pemberton, Sam McIvor from OSPRI, Evan Heywood from Next Generation Apples and Graham Moor from the Bay Of Islands Pastoral & Industrial Show 55:27

15h ago55:27

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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,…

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"Sumbisori" by Jess Cho + "She Sheds Her Skin" by Raven Jakubowski 39:39

41m ago39:39

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This episode features "Sumbisori" by Jess Cho (© 2024 by Jess Cho) and "She Sheds Her Skin" by Raven Jakubowski (© 2024 by Raven Jakubowski), both narrated by Susan Hanfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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REX November 6th - Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy, 'Woolsheds' author Annette O'Sullivan & photographer Jane Ussher and Abby France from FMG 52:18

13m ago52:18

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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 publ…

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REX November 5th - Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch, Tiffany Tompkins from OANZ and 2024 Young Horticulturist of the Year Anna England 46:48

19h ago46:48

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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 o…

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REX November 4th - Tim Gale from the Game Animal Council, Angus Street from NZ Merino, Carter's Brand Ambassador Richard Loe and Robin Congdon from NZDIA 46:33

14m ago46:33

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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 …

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Real talk, Resilience and Reinvention with Microsoft’s Vanessa Sorensen 43:29

7m ago43:29

43:29

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 lo…

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REX November 1st - Harry Urquhart-Hay from WiseWool, Jim Orchard from Marlborough Helicopters, Tom Ruddenklau from Power Farming and Prof Phillip Nicholls from UWA 54:45

3h ago54:45

54:45

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 P…

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Episode 21: The TRUTH about VACCINES! 47:23

1h ago47:23

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Join in the educational conversation with Dr. Lara and learn more on how your immune system works, germ and terrain theory, how vaccines work, learning how to look up vaccine ingredients, and informed consent. Dr. Lara will explain the innate and adaptive immune system, how they develop and function. Dr. Lara will discuss the difference in how we a…

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Bonus Short One from Rewiring the Brain: Understanding and Overcoming Driving Anxiety with Joshua Fletcher 5:55

7d ago5:55

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Bonus Short: From Episode 72 - Rewiring the Brain: Understanding and Overcoming Driving Anixety with Joshua Fletcher Link to Full Episode: https://pod.fo/e/18825e Would you like to feature in a future Q&A podcast? Do you have a story that others might relate to? You can record a question about driving nerves or confidence that you would like us to …

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Milking It Episode 6 - Addie + Kip Nolan AND Sally Coome + John Dazley 15:19

26m ago15:19

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As part of the new series on REX brought to you by Dairy Women’s Network in association with Figured and CMK we catch up with the Nolans, Addie and Kip alongside Associate Chartered Accountant Sally Coombe and Principal CMK Accountant John Dazley from CMK Accountants to discuss the last few months financial results, plans for the next few months an…

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REX October 31st - Marie Fitzpatrick from Rural Women NZ, Mick Withers from the NZ Young Auctioneers Competition, Andy Wards from Wilson Hellaby and Bryce McKenzie from Groundswell NZ 50:47

21m ago50:47

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Marie Fitzpatrick, Rural Women NZ CEO, about a proposal to cut post services, why it could disproportionately impact rural NZ and the efforts being made to curtail the proposed cuts... He talks with Mick Withers, organiser of the NZ Young Auctioneers Competition, about the format for this year's event (T…

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REX October 30th - Ben Ensor from ANZCC, Mechelle Codd on rural buses, Manawatu Farmer Grant Webb and Craig Wiggins from Lean on a Gate, Talk to a Mate 55:42

10h ago55:42

55:42

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with North Canterbury farmer Ben Ensor about being elected as the first Chair of Aotearoa New Zealand Catchment Communities (ANZCC), what functions its been set up to perform and why catchment groups are proving successful... He talks with contractor and Hawke's Bay mother Mechelle Codd about the cancellation…

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REX October 29th - Hamish Mackenzie from Braemar Station, Dr David Hume from AgResearch and Harriet Bell from Hemprino 42:05

1d ago42:05

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Hamish Mackenzie from Braemar Station about the weekend snow, how it affected the area and how uncommon it is at this time of year... He talks with Dr David Hume, AgResearch Plant Scientist, following his recent Science & Research Award at the 2024 Beef + Lamb NZ Awards, his work with endophytes in plant…

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Shaping the Future: Vocational Education in New Zealand's Primary Industries 42:21

5d ago42:21

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In this episode, I sit down with Andrea Leslie, Executive Director of Primary ITO, to discuss the pivotal role vocational education plays in New Zealand's agriculture sector. From the organization's rich history to its evolving role in shaping skilled, confident leaders across industries like dairy, seafood, horticulture, and more, we explore the r…

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Episode 20: How to Achieve Emotional Health? Unmasking to get to the Real YOU, so you can heal. With Jacinda Garner from Soul Prompt - Part 2 of 2 48:26

10d ago48:26

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Join the conversation with Dr. Lara and Jacinda Garner from Soul Prompt to learn more about getting real with your emotions in a healthy balanced way. Emotions can be big, loud and overwhelming during stressful situations; and learning to heal and be able to feel and express emotions in a healthy manner creates healthy relationships with others. Em…

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REX October 25th - Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch, Will Wilding from Te Mania Angus Stud, Paul Clement from Surfing for Farmers West Coast and kat Kaiwai from Tairawhiti Contractors 1:01:46

10d ago1:01:46

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch about the forecast for Labour Day weekend... He talks with Will Wilding, GM and Stud Master at Te Mania Angus Stud, about its recent Yearling Bull Sale, being at the forefront of genetic innovation and being involved in a trial using the latest technology to measure how effi…

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Season 8 Review: Driving Success Stories, Expert Insights, and Listener Questions Addressed 15:09

7d ago15:09

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In this episode, Kev and Tracey wrap-up Season Eight by reflecting on our main takeaways and favourite moments across the episodes. We reflect on: Exploring driving confidence from diverse perspectives Real life stories from guests Jess, Steve & Amy Innovative approaches to resistance, anxiety and using gamification While listening to this episode,…

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REX October 24th - Richard Davidson from Davo's Fishing, Hunting & Sport, Dave Rossiter from Westmere Butchery, Shane Ratima from Ratima Shearing and Jane McIntosh from the Hurunui Garden Festival 44:19

8d ago44:19

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Richard Davidson from Davo's Fishing, Hunting & Sport in Timaru about the impending end of the current whitebait season, how a change of rules in 2022 has effected the experience of whitebaiters and what the season's catch has been like... He talks with Dave Rossiter from Westmere Butchery in Auckland af…

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Simon Gilbert | Perfect Water 20:39

7d ago20:39

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Something tells you this two-pump station isn’t a contactless kind of place. Google Maps gave up the ghost several miles ago. You go inside and pay in cash. Diolch, you add, your one word of Welsh; the cashier replies with something you don’t follow. | © 2024 by Simon Gilbert. Narrated by Stefan Rudnicki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…

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REX October 23rd - Neal Wallace from Farmers Weekly 49:06

7d ago49:06

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Farmers Weekly senior journalist Neal Wallace about his recent Meeting the Market tour, in which he visited seven countries in six weeks to find out more about New Zealand’s key agricultural export countries. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform…

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REX October 22nd - Recruitment Specialist Mel Sheppard, UK/NZ Cattle Breeder Cara Doggett and Jasper Van Halder & Christy Mead from Agnition 1:11:10

8d ago1:11:10

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On today's REX Daily podcast, Dom talks with agriculture recruitment specialist Mel Sheppard about what hopeful cadets and graduating ag students can do to find employment in shepherding jobs, how to sell yourself as a candidate and how to create the ideal CV and cover letter... He talks with cattle breeder Cara Doggett about her life in UK, workin…

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REX October 21st - Kirsty McKay from Sawmill Brewery, Matt Holden from Mates of Mates for Mates and Bernard Anselmi from Herd-i 58:11

9d ago58:11

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Kirsty McKay, co-owner of Sawmill Brewery and Smoko Room in Matakana, about becoming the first brewery in NZ to achieve B Corp certification, the consolidation of the craft beer market and the changing tastes of beer drinkers... He talks with Matt Holden from Mates of Mates for Mates (#MOM4M) about the H…

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Raising the Bar: A Family Legacy 4 Daughters beef 45:34

12d ago45:34

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Join Julia as she chats with Karen Penfold from Four Daughters Beef, a family-run cattle operation in Queensland. Karen shares their journey of building a thriving business, balancing innovation, hard work, and succession planning while staying rooted in family values.By rova | REX

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REX October 18th - Jason Herrick from Southland Federated Farmers, Peter Keeling from Perrin Ag, Mark Button from the Waipiata Country Hotel and Jarlath Anderson from Inselberg 1:05:01

12d ago1:05:01

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Southland Federated Farmers President Jason Herrick about the ongoing saga between the local branches of Federated Farmers and Fish & Game, why he's written to the government asking them to strip Fish & Game Southland of their advocacy function and what was said at the Environment Southland Community Awa…

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Episode 19: How to Achieve Emotional Health? Unmasking to get to the Real YOU, so you can heal w/ Jacinda Garner from Soul Prompt - Part 1 of 2 38:46

13d ago38:46

38:46

Join the conversation with Dr. Lara and Jacinda Garner from Soul Prompt to learn more about getting real with your emotions in a healthy balanced way. Emotions can be big, loud and overwhelming during stressful situations; and learning to heal and be able to feel and express emotions in a healthy manner creates healthy relationships with others. Em…

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59. Bilingualism at 18 months: Everyone is "Nonni" 44:03

18d ago44:03

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Today’s conversation is the third in a series of check-ins with my good friend and new bilingual mom, Samantha. We previously checked in when Samantha’s daughter was 12 months and 15 months. If you missed our first two conversations, you can go back and hear them (they are episode 50 and episode 56). We recorded this update back in the spring, when…

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Building Confidence Behind the Wheel: Amy's Experience 20:36

15d ago20:36

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In this episode, Kev and Tracey welcomed Amy, who shares her inspiring journey of overcoming driving anxieties. We chat about: Setting your own goals and going at your own pace How the right support can make a difference Reflecting back to appreciate and enjoy the change While listening to this episode, ask yourself: What is the background to your …

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REX October 17th - Richard Barge from the NZ Hemp Industries Association, Ollie Belton from Carbon Forest Services Ltd and Health & Performance Coach Aaron Callaghan 1:03:13

13d ago1:03:13

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Richard Barge, Chair of the NZ Hemp Industries Association, about its new campaign to remove hemp from the Misuse of Drugs Act and Medicines Act to enable a new billion-dollar primary industry... He talks with Ollie Belton from Carbon Forest Services Ltd about whether there's more certainty in the market…

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"Possession" by Martins Deep + "NotRob" by Isabel Cañas 14:51

14d ago14:51

14:51

This month's Nightmare Short Shots episode features "Possession" by Martins Deep (© 2024 by Martins Deep), narrated by Stefan Rudnicki and "NotRob" by Isabel Cañas (© 2024 by Isabel Cañas), narrated by Janina Edwards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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REX October 16th - Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy, Phil Cornelius from FCANZ and Olivia Doonan from Tupari Wines 40:49

14d ago40:49

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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 (-0.3%), NZ milk production stats and the upcoming US election... He talks with Fencing Contractors Association of NZ President Phil Cornelius about his recent trip to the Fall Fence Forum 2024 in Wort…

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REX October 15th - Agriculture Journalist Sandra Taylor, Mark Tapley from Peel Forest Estate and Emma Grigg & Summer Didsbury from Massey University 48:13

15d ago48:13

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with renowned agricultural journalist Sandra Taylor about the International Day of Rural Women (Oct 15th), the role of women on NZ farms in the past and the current role they play... He talks with Mark Tapley from Peel Forest Estate about the inaugural Young Deer Farmer Competition held recently, what the top…

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REX October 14th - Rick Walker from ANZCO, Mike Arnold from LeaderBrand, Chris Smith from FAR and Emily Arvidson from Teiny 45:11

16d ago45:11

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Rick Walker, GM Sales and Marketing at ANZCO, about winning seven medals, including a gold, at the 2024 World Steak Challenge in Amsterdam, what goes in to producing quality grass-fed meat and the burgeoning ANCO NZ Ironman team... He talks with LeaderBrand’s South Island Manager, Mike Arnold, about the …

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Episode 18: The Complications of Suppressing Grief - Real Talk w/ Casey Nichols from Valley Fitness Kickboxing 47:45

19d ago47:45

47:45

Join Dr. Lara and Casey Nichols from Valley Fitness Kickboxing; as they are open, honest, transparent about vulnerable situations in their lives where they both experienced the loss of their brothers. You won’t often hear these conversations and the impact of not allowing yourself to feel your emotions when you are grieving. More often than not, pe…

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Episode 30 - Common Ground - Farmers at the Frontline of Change 1:12:57

19d ago1:12:57

1:12:57

In this episode, we explore the KPMG and AGMARDT report "Are industry good organisations good for industry" designed to spark conversations and drive change. Joined by Hilton Collier, Emma Crutchley, and Pete McDonald, we discuss the importance of adapting to a rapidly changing world while ensuring profitability and relevance for farmers. From fina…

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REX October 11th - NSW Farmer Geoff Power, Hunter & Author Kim Swan and Stan Rivett from Netspeed 47:25

19d ago47:25

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with NSW farmer Geoff Power about the National Wild Dog Action Plan, the extent of the wild dog problem in Australia and the hurdles Aussie farmers face trying to mitigate it... He talks with renowned hunter and author Kim Swan about her latest book, 'Hogs, Dogs and a Rifle', her love of hunting and working o…

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Tapping Away Driving Fears and Resistance with guest Emma Starling 37:55

22d ago37:55

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In this episode, Kev and Tracey talk to Emma Starling from Evolve Energetics Academy about driving anxiety and resistance to making changes. We chat about: Understanding resistance and motivation Self Compassion Practical relaxation tips & Emma’s daily tap While listening to this episode, ask yourself: What is your fear threshold when driving? How …

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REX October 10th - Bernadette Hunt from Southland Federated Farmers, Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard, Baden Parr from ProTag and Life Coach Shane Bird 42:26

20d ago42:26

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Bernadette Hunt from Southland Federated Farmers about its call for local farmers to boycott Fish & Game by removing fishing access across their land, what's led to this action and what they're asking to do... REX Producer Jo Grigg talks with Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard about his recent trip to M…

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Gemma Files | Little Horn 44:33

21d ago44:33

44:33

This whole business, it all started right about when I burned my church down. | © 2024 by Gemma Files. Narrated by Janina Edwards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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Episode 4: Leading the Change with Paul Crick & Justine Kidd 44:09

21d ago44:09

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In this episode, Julia speaks with Paul Crick and Justine Kidd, who share their reflections from the LambEx 2024 event. Paul, an experienced vocational educator, discusses how Australia's innovative energy and approach to farming left him inspired with practical lessons to bring back to New Zealand. Justine, GM of Extension at Beef and Lamb New Zea…

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Episode 1: Sheep Data and Innovation with Steve Nichol and Jenny Mcmurdo 34:26

21d ago34:26

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In this episode, Julia chats with Steve Nicol and Jenny McMurdo from Beef and Lamb New Zealand Farmer Council. They share highlights from the LambEx event, including exciting new technology like AI for animal health, virtual fencing, and wool harvesting innovations. Steve and Jenny discuss how data is shaping smarter farming and the focus on improv…

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Episode 3: Insights and innovations from the Field with Mat Sherriff & Jason Griffin 33:07

21d ago33:07

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In this episode Julia talks with Mat Sherriff and Jason Griffin about their experiences at LambEx 2024 in Australia. They share practical takeaways on new farming techniques, drought solutions, and how the event inspired fresh ideas for sheep farming. Join us for a straightforward conversation on what New Zealand can learn from LambEx and how these…

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Episode 2: Bridging Perspectives with Hazel Cairns-Willemsen and Dan Billing 39:27

21d ago39:27

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Julia Jones talks with Dan Billing, a farmer and Senior Manager at ANZ, and Hazel Cairns-Willemsen, a trustee of Hurakia and Te Tarata Trusts. Dan shares his thoughts on market trends and the positive energy at LambEx, while Hazel focuses on the importance of blending modern farming with Māori traditions. Together, they discuss how genetics and tea…

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REX October 9th - Dr Jason Archer form Beef+Lamb NZ, Leon Power from Nanobubble Agritech Ltd and Beef+Lamb NZ Chair Kate Acland 1:01:10

21d ago1:01:10

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Dr Jason Archer, Head of Genetics at Beef+Lamb NZ, about a recent genetics trial on a North Canterbury farm to limit methane emissions by beef cattle using portable accumulation chambers... He talks with Leon Power from Nanobubble Agritech Ltd about how the system works, what benefits it provides and bei…

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REX October 8th - Ben Glover from Zephyr Wines, Pamu CEO Mark Leslie, NZ First MP Mark Patterson and Tim Deane from Norsewear 57:58

1M ago57:58

57:58

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Ben Glover from Zephyr Wines in Marlborough about his newest venture, The Coterie, a hub for premium, organic, contract winemaking... He talks with Pamu CEO Mark Leslie about its four sustainability targets and its renewed commitments to meet those targets with three major banks... He talks with NZ First…

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REX October 7th - Toko Mouth Farmer Simon Davies, Brendan Hoare from OANZ and Mel Brooks from MHV Water Irrigation Scheme 43:27

23d ago43:27

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Toko Mouth farmer and former Federated Farmers Otago branch President Simon Davies about the damage done to his farm following the recent deluge in the south, stock losses and the clean-up effort ahead... He talks with Organics Aotearoa NZ spokesperson Brendan Hoare about its nationwide campaign which op…

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