Best Wool Earth Podcasts (2024)

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The Final Episode of the Podcast! 20:27

5M ago20:27

20:27

Join Joanna and Emma for the final episode of Fashion not all as it Seams. The last two seasons have been such an amazing experience for us all and we feel really privileged to have hosted such wonderful guests and humbled by the positive feedback to Season 1 and 2. Sadly, we have decided that for the moment this is the end of the podcast. We have …

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Bryce interviews Peter Williams 55:13

6M ago55:13

55:13

As Peter Williams retires from radio and broadcasting, Bryce from Groundswell has the honour of interviewing him for this one last interview! Peter is an icon in NZ media, we thank him for his hours volunteering for Groundswell, and wish him well for his retirement.By Groundswell New Zealand

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The tale of two Waynes - AgriZero and Federated Farmers 31:39

7M ago31:39

31:39

This week on Groundswell Radio: It’s a tale of two Waynes. Wayne McNee, the CEO of AgriZero responds to recent withering criticism of the organisation from North Otago farmer Jane Smith and tells us why we have to reduce animal methane emissions. Then Federated Farmers National president Wayne Langford outlines his hopes for farming under the new g…

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Demanding the rewrite of the NPS on freshwater + reviving the NZ wool industry 42:12

7M ago42:12

42:12

This week on Groundswell Radio: Peter Williams chats with Groundswell’s environmental spokesman Jamie McFadden about what farmers need to be aware of under the new government and especially the need to push the case to rewrite the national policy statement on Freshwater. And then John McWhirter from Wools of New Zealand and his ambitious plans to r…

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New govt, methane tax, and trusts 40:08

7M ago40:08

40:08

This week on Groundswell Radio: Peter Williams chats with Waikato dairy farm manager Steve Cranston on whether or not farmers, after the change of government, will be more optimistic about the prospects of a methane tax not being imposed on them in six years time. And then Wairarapa sheep and beef farmer Roger Barton on why he’s retired so much of …

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Rural mental health and the teacher/farmer/lawyer who wrote the book on climate change 37:25

8M ago37:25

37:25

This week on Groundswell Radio: Peter Williams chats with rural mental health advocate Doug Avery and then teacher, farmer, lawyer and author of a book on climate change Ian Bradford. Real yarns with real down to earth kiwis about urban and rural issues. Bringing town and country together. DON'T FORGET, GROUNDSWELL RADIO IS NOW ON MORE FREQUENCIES …

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Jane Smith on AgriZero plus an update from Bryce 46:42

8M ago46:42

46:42

This week on Groundswell Radio: Peter Williams chats with Groundswell co-founder Bryce McKenzie and then North Otago farmer Jane Smith on AgriZero. Real yarns with real down to earth kiwis about urban and rural issues. Bringing town and country together. DON'T FORGET, GROUNDSWELL RADIO IS NOW ON MORE FREQUENCIES Cave FM 106.4FM Gore Southland West …

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Nuffield Scholar Kerry Worsnop on how NZ Farming is perceived globally 40:20

8M ago40:20

40:20

This week on Groundswell Radio: Peter Williams chats with Nuffield Scholar Kerry Worsnop on how farming in New Zealand compares to other countries and how we are perceived overseas. This episode consists of one longer form interview and it is well worth listening to. Real yarns with real down to earth kiwis about urban and rural issues. Bringing to…

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ELECTION SERIES: Winston Peters, Leighton Baker, and Logan Evans 31:29

10M ago31:29

31:29

This week on Groundswell Radio: This week, we have the last instalment of our Election Series. Join our host, Peter Williams, as he sits down with representatives from different political parties to delve deep into their respective stances regarding agricultural policy. Unfortunately, both Labour and the Greens declined to take part, demonstrating …

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ELECTION SERIES: National Party, New Zeal, and NZ Loyal 38:26

10M ago38:26

38:26

This week on Groundswell Radio: This week, we have the second instalment of our Election Series, airing every Saturday leading up to October seventh. Join our host, Peter Williams, as he sits down with representatives from different political parties to delve deep into their respective stances regarding agricultural policy. Unfortunately, both Labo…

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From Sheep and Geese Chats to an Innovative Circular Business: The Wool Journey with Ngaire Takano. 38:07

10M ago38:07

38:07

Today Emma interviews our very own co-host Ngaire Takano! Ngaire is untraditional and unorthodox. She leads with values and conviction and deeply cares about sheep, farmers, circularity, traceability and nature She’s been an activist since she was 10 years old - campaigning against deforestation of local rainforests on the east coast of Australia, …

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ELECTION SERIES: Democracy NZ, New Conservatives, and Outdoor and Freedoms Party 32:37

10M ago32:37

32:37

This week on Groundswell Radio: This week, we kick off the first instalment of our Election Series, airing every Saturday leading up to October seventh. Join our host, Peter Williams, as he sits down with representatives from different political parties to delve deep into their respective stances regarding agricultural policy. Unfortunately, both L…

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ELECTION SERIES: Act Party, Freedoms NZ, and Aotearoa Legalise Cannabis Party 34:15

10M ago34:15

34:15

This week on Groundswell Radio: This week, we kick off the first instalment of our Election Series, airing every Saturday leading up to October seventh. Join our host, Peter Williams, as he sits down with representatives from different political parties to delve deep into their respective stances regarding agricultural policy. Unfortunately, both L…

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DairyNZ board elections, rising cost & declining profits, Logan Evans from NZ Loyal 43:07

10M ago43:07

43:07

This week on Groundswell Radio: In this week's episode, we hear from Manawatu farmer Bryan Pedersen about his aspirations to join the board of Dairy NZ, along with his vision for reshaping the board's direction. Next, Fiordland farmer Andy Dennis shares his challenges dealing with rising costs and declining product prices Wrapping up the show we ha…

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Dairy farm emissions, generational farming, insights from another political party 45:41

11M ago45:41

45:41

This week on Groundswell Radio: In this week's episode, Peter Williams discusses emissions with Waikato dairy farm manager Steve Cranston. They delve into the impact of recent emissions announcements on farmers. Next, Southland farmer Bruce Robinson joins the show to share insights about the challenges of passing down a farm from one generation to …

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Our 'Drive 4 Change', the future of farming, and that irrelevant gas 41:09

11M ago41:09

41:09

This week on Groundswell Radio: This week, co-founder of Groundswell Bryce McKenzie returns to discuss upcoming protest action planned for late September. On this “Drive 4 Change”, Bryce and Laurie are getting on their tractors in Invercargill and driving up to Auckland, to advocate for a change in Government. Next, we reconnect with Southland farm…

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Methane, the wool industry, and new party New Zeal 39:21

11M ago39:21

39:21

This week on Groundswell Radio: Peter Williams chats with Wairarapa ram breeder Derek Daniel on why he wants more action on methane. Next up is Rick Cameron from Agwool and he explains how his organisation is working to make wool a profitable industry again through what he calls voluntary capitalism. And finally, Alfred Ngaro, leader of the new pol…

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Dairy farming, wool brokering, and former NZ Cricket Captain John Wright 41:31

11M ago41:31

41:31

This week on Groundswell Radio: Peter Williams chats with Southland dairy farmer Russell Falconer on the pressure on the industry as the new season kicks off. Next, we focus on the wool industry with a chat with Hawke's Bay wool broker Philippa Wright. Lastly, former New Zealand cricket captain and coach John Wright joins us to talk about the story…

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That's a wrap for Season 3! 26:38

11M ago26:38

26:38

Join Jo, Koshe, Ngaire and Emma as they come together and reflect on Season 3! They share their highlights, learnings and what they found especially challenging or thought provoking. Season 3 reinforced the importance of diverse perspectives and how vital this is when it comes to creating with purpose; with the intention of using fashion for positi…

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NZ's radical Govt, a song about Groundswell, and the Waitaki electorate 46:03

12M ago46:03

46:03

This week on Groundswell Radio: Peter Williams chats with Dr Jim Gibbs from Lincoln University about why the agricultural policy of the current Government is the most radical and destructive in a generation. Next, we showcase the new Groundswell anthem, composed and performed by John Wright, and also catch up with one of his former bandmates. Lastl…

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Boycott Countdown, ex-Feds Owen Jennings, and the Outdoors and Freedoms Party 43:26

12M ago43:26

43:26

This week on Groundswell Radio: Groundswell co-founder Bryce McKenzie fills us in on why farmers aren't happy with Countdown. Then Peter chats with former Federated Farmers president Owen Jennings about why farmers shouldn’t be taxed for their animals' emissions. And finally, this week's political guest is Nelson lawyer Sue Grey from the Outdoors a…

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Top 3 Tips for Selling Your Art or Fashion Product in the Metaverse 10:29

12M ago10:29

10:29

In this episode Podcast host Koshe Salihy shares her top three tips for selling your art and fashion product in the metaverse. Koshe Has worked on various metaverse projects since 2021 from selling NFT art collections, organizing virtual women`s rights campaigns to curating virtual art exhibitons in the metaverse. As technology continues to advance…

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Freshwater Farm Plans, business projects in Northern Southland, and Vision NZ Party 44:02

12M ago44:02

44:02

This week on Groundswell Radio: Groundswell environment spokesman Jamie McFadden talks Freshwater Farm Plans and how demanding they’ll be to comply with. Then Peter chats with rural businesswoman and entrepreneur Laura Koot as she talks about her projects in Northern Southland. And finally, this weeks political guest is Hannah Tamaki from the Visio…

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Chaos in farming, soil science, and Winter Grazing 42:58

1y ago42:58

42:58

This week on Groundswell Radio: Kerry Paul delves into the current state of farming and the chaos within the industry. Soil scientist Peter Bruce-Iri shares some interesting information on the calculation of agriculture emissions. Lastly, Jason Herrick, representing Southland Federated Farmers, joins us to discuss the Winter Grazing rules and shed …

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How traditional skills of Al Sadu weaving are being carried on by future generations and the need to continue traditional crafts alongside today's modern landscape Part 2 27:45

1y ago27:45

27:45

In part 2’s of Emma’s interview with Farah Al Yasin, Head of Creative Residency at Caravane Earth Farah talks about the work in ensuring the traditional skills and knowledge of Al Sadu weaving is being passed onto younger generations. She shares a success story of one particular daughter who, through her mother’s work, saw that these textiles were …

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Caravane Earth; retrieving traditional knowledge of Al Sadu textiles amongst Bedouin women weavers in Qatar. Part 1 21:10

1y ago21:10

21:10

In this very special episode Emma interviews Farah Al Yasin, Head of Creative Residency at Caravane Earth, a Foundation in Qatar that promotes Social, Cultural and Ecological transformation. Farah works with 49 Bedouin women weavers and shares how the values and mission of the Foundation drew her to this work, how this work goes beyond the individu…

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Farming safely, more on methane, and health and wellbeing 41:53

1y ago41:53

41:53

This week on Groundswell Radio, Lindy Nelson from the Farm Without Harm campaign asks everybody in the rural sector to be far more aware about health and safety. Then independent researcher Deborah Alexander on greenhouse gases, especially methane, and Tim Bean on health and well being. That’s all this week on Groundswell Radio with Peter Williams.…

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Is secondhand the future of a circular fashion industry? Gemma Metheringham Founder of the_elephant_in_my_wardrobe discusses fashions future. 42:36

1y ago42:36

42:36

In this special episode we interview Gemma Metheringham Founder of the_elephant_in_my_wardrobe. Gemma has a true passion for clothes and to champion talent and positive change in the world, and this shines through in our conversation. Previously at Next where she created, launch and ran @labelmix her career has spanned 3 decades and has included po…

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How the beauty of handmade, Indigenous communities and descaling are an opportunity for evolution 47:31

1y ago47:31

47:31

In this very special episode Emma interviews Kavita Parmar co-founder of XTANT. We explore Kavita's life story, her personal realisations and learnings through her journey with heritage textiles and artisans and why the world needs to stop and urgently listen and learn from Indigenous communities and wisdom. We discuss the disconnect that has occur…

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Interview with Dr Tom Sheahan - Part One 15:00

1y ago15:00

15:00

This is simply the interview with Dr Tom Sheahan from the 24th June episode separated out into two parts for easy listening.By Groundswell New Zealand

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Interview with Dr Tom Sheahan - Part Two 14:18

1y ago14:18

14:18

This is simply the interview with Dr Tom Sheahan from the 24th June episode separated out into two parts for easy listening.By Groundswell New Zealand

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An all women week on: irrigation, rural mental health, and Girls Who Grow 43:16

1y ago43:16

43:16

In this week's episode, Peter Williams chats with Vanessa Winning of Irrigation NZ, followed by Kathryn Wright on rural mental health . Then Peter is joined by Catherine van der Meulen from Girls Who Grow. Real yarns with real down to earth kiwis about urban and rural issues. Bringing town and country together. DON'T FORGET, GROUNDSWELL RADIO IS NO…

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Touring methane scientist Dr Tom Sheahen and shearing contractor Daniel Murray 42:22

1y ago42:22

42:22

Thank you to Noble-Campbell Livestock Services for sponsoring this week's show! In this week's episode, Peter Williams chats with American scientist Dr Tom Sheahen about his tour of New Zealand and the real science of methane. Then Peter is joined by Daniel Murray, a shearing contractor from Lawrence in Otago. Real yarns with real down to earth kiw…

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Former Deputy PM Winston Peters, the Great Methane Greenwash, & a Zimbabwean perspective 42:52

1y ago42:52

42:52

In this week's episode, Peter Williams chats with former National Party Cabinet Minister Barry Brill on what he calls the Great Methane Greenwash. New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has a message for farmers – he’s back and he’s on your side and former Zimbabwean farmer Edwin Mbonga about his life on New Zealand farms for the last 20 years. Re…

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AI imagery a craft form for the future? PART 2 17:15

1y ago17:15

17:15

In this episode we discuss the emerging technology of AI imagery and how this is impacting the creative industries. We debate if creating imagery via AI is actually craft, and how this may develop in the future. What are the ethics involved, and how do ensure that both the creator and the subject of the imagery are safeguarded. It is a developing t…

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AI imagery a craft form for the future? Part 1 19:16

1y ago19:16

19:16

In this episode we discuss the emerging technology of AI imagery and how this is impacting the creative industries. We debate if creating imagery via AI is actually craft, and how this may develop in the future. What are the ethics involved, and how do ensure that both the creator and the subject of the imagery are safeguarded. It is a developing t…

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Laurie is excited, cyclone recovery, and dog health in winter 42:48

1y ago42:48

42:48

In this week's episode, Peter Williams chats with Groundswell's very own Laurie Paterson about his excitement for National Fieldays and why he wants everyone to stop by the GSNZ site. Next up, Southern Hawkes Bay Farmer Simon Hales shares his insights on cyclone recovery and the issue with carbon farming. Then, Peter talks with trusted vet Dr Heidi…

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Our Journey This Far! 19:30

1y ago19:30

19:30

Not our usual topic of conversation but we are kicking off talking about hosting a podcast...And specifically, this one! You'll hear more about our organic journey - starting from our Clubhouse room during the pandemic to now launching Season 3 as a podcast. Jo and Emma deep dive into the challenges of the conversations, welcoming new and different…

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ACT's ag spokesperson, upcoming US methane scientist tour, and family farming in 2023 44:41

1y ago44:41

44:41

The sponsor of our show this week is Waitangi Angus who have a bull sale coming up on 8 June. We thank them for their support. In this week's episode, Peter catches up with ACT Party agriculture spokesperson Mark Cameron. Then, he chats with Dr Jock Allison about methane and the upcoming tour of New Zealand by US scientist Dr Tom Sheahen. Finally, …

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A car dealer, a dairy farmer, and an Officer of the NZ Order of Merit 46:19

1y ago46:19

46:19

The sponsor of our show this week is Waikaka Genetics. We thank them for their support. In this week's episode, Peter catches up with dairy farmer Bryan Pederson. Then, he chats with car dealer Hayden Johnston about the ute tax changes. Finally, Peter has a chat with Dr Doug Edmeades (ONZM for services to agriculture) on climate change? Real yarns …

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Heartland Party, Farm Plan Boycott, and staying fit on the farm 45:00

1y ago45:00

45:00

The sponsor of our show this week is East Coast Trucks. We thank them for their support. In this week's episode, Peter catches up with economist Lawrence Day about the Heartland NZ Party and standing up for rural communities. Then, he chats with Groundswell NZ's own environmental spokesperson Jamie McFadden about why we are calling on farmers to bo…

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Freshwater, another politician, and grass/soil sequestration 45:00

1y ago45:00

45:00

The sponsor of our show this week is Three Rivers Contracting. We thank them for their support. In this week's episode, Peter catches up with economist Ian Harrison about if the Government's freshwater policies based on real numbers. Then, he chats with Democracy NZ's agriculture spokesperson Steve Cranston about why farmers should not be taxed for…

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Growing vege under a mountain of regulations, regenerative farming, and Belmont Park 45:00

1y ago45:00

45:00

The sponsor of our show this week is Waikaka Genetics. We thank them for their support. In this week's episode, Peter catches up with veggie grower Bharat Jivin about his operation and how regulations are impacting business. Then, he chats with sheep and beef farmer Hamish Bielski about regenerative farming. Finally, Peter has a chat with Sandra St…

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Dairy farming, our first guest MP, and convincing James Shaw about GWP* 46:23

1y ago46:23

46:23

The sponsor of our show this week is Te Whangai Romneys. We thank them for their support. In this week's episode, Peter catches up with Paeroa dairy farmer Dave Green about the pleasures and frustrations of being a dairy farmer in 2023. Then, he chats with National Party Agriculture spokesperson Todd McClay about his recent policy announcements. Fi…

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Rural mental health, deer farming, and Bread and Butter 45:45

1y ago45:45

45:45

The sponsor of our show this week is Fossil Creek Angus. We thank them for their support. In this week's episode, Peter catches up with rural mental health counsellor Kathryn Wright. Then, he chats with Peter Foster who is a deer farmer and scientist. We wrap up this week's episode with a chat about our new Bread and Butter campaign with Groundswel…

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Gone to the dogs, organic farming, and farming on the West Coast 44:23

1+ y ago44:23

44:23

In this week's episode, Peter catches up with Wairarapa Vet Dr Heidi Ward-McGrath about dog health and nutrition with a focus on farm dogs and family pets. Then, he chats with Phil Clark who is about to take over the lease of an organic farm in Hawkes Bay. We wrap up this week's episode with a chat with a farmer from the South Island's West Coast, …

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Compliance, methane, and the Beef+Lamb vote of no confidence 45:00

1+ y ago45:00

45:00

This week's episode is sponsored by Brand-X! We thank them for their support. Peter catches up with Canterbury Farmer Brent Fisher about on the perils of compliance when running a farming business. Then, he chats with Dr Jim Gibb about methane. Finally, he talks to Hugh Gardyne who is the Southland Farmer who raised the vote of no confidence at the…

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Three Waters, dairy farming, and a GSNZ update 43:15

1+ y ago43:15

43:15

This week's episode is sponsored by Snowview Speckle Park Cattle! We thank them for their support. Peter catches up with Mayor of Invercargill Nobby Clark about Three Waters. Then, he chats with dairy farmer and National Dairy Board Member of Federated Farmers Jason Herrick about one farmer voice in Wellington. Finally, our Groundswell co-founder B…

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Biogenic methane emissions, the toll of govt regulations, young farming families 45:00

1+ y ago45:00

45:00

Peter catches up with Dr Jock Allison about why animal methane emissions should not be attributed to climate change. Then, he chats with North Otago farmer Jane Smith about why government regulations are making farming today so difficult. Finally, South Otago farmer Jamie Chittock on whether or not he and his young family have a future in farming. …

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Proposed RMA replacement, methane, and the impact of Cyclone Gabrielle 45:16

1+ y ago45:16

45:16

Peter catches up with Groundswell NZ's environmental spokesperson Jamie McFadden about the proposed legislation to replace the RMA and why it is unworkable. Then, he chats with Lincoln University's Dr Jim Gibbs about methane and the Farming Tax. Finally, Groundswell co-ordinator Chris Miles from the Hawkes Bay on the impact of Cyclone Gabrielle. Re…

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