Welcome to Tales of A Parentrepreneur, a podcast that tells the stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things because being a parent and being a business owner are two of the toughest things you can do.
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This podcast will cover a diverse range of topics from self-improvement, teamwork, business, principles of morality. Even some controversial issues. Will seek to cover these areas with honesty and objective, critical thinking.
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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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Join celebrity farmer, ecologist and conservationist, Jimmy Doherty, on his farm as he talks to eco-experts and well-known faces about trying to live a greener life. From bug burgers and sustainable football clubs, to viagra honey and foraging fungi, Jimmy’s new weekly podcast will cover all things ecology. A new episode will drop every Thursday. Guests include Jamie Oliver, Eshita Kabra-Davies, Jake Humphrey, Sir Tim Smit, BOSH!, Dale Vince, & Bez from the Happy Mondays - so join Jimmy on h ...
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REX May 14th - Fibre Frontier Executive GM Anna Mitchell, Amanda Johnson from Spy Valley Wine, Gareth Innes from PolyNatural, and NZ National Fieldays Society CEO Peter Nation
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with the Executive GM of Fibre Frontier, Anna Mitchell, about the main talking points from the recent Rural Connectivity Symposium... He talks with Amanda Johnson from Spy Valley Wine about breaking into the Kenyan market... He talks with Gareth Innes from PolyNatural about a new natural replacement for plastic trellis…
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REX May 13th - Temuka farmer Clinton Fawthorpe, WoolAid founder Lucas Smith, Federated Farmers' Laura Morrison, and MIA Chair Nathan Guy
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Temuka farmer Clinton Fawthorpe about Alliance's call for capital raising... He talks with the founder of WoolAid Lucas Smith about the continuing growth of the award winning merino wool adhesive bandages... He talks with the new Federated Farmers Meat and Wool Chair in Manawatu/Rangitikei, Laura Morrison... And h…
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Dairy Reimagined with Food Science Expert + Dairy Farmer Anna Benny
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In this episode of Real Optimism, food science expert and dairy farmer Anna Benny delves into the evolving world of dairy farming. She focuses on innovation, sustainability, and the challenges and opportunities brought by emerging technologies like precision fermentation. Anna explores the transformation of New Zealand's dairy industry following su…
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REX May 10th - Aussie farmer & filmmaker Leila McDougall, Tahi Doonan from the South Island Dog Trials, Intrepid ag worker Jaime Triggs, and Deer Industry News Editor Lynda Gray
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Victorian famer and filmmaker Leila McDougall about her debut movie, Just a Farmer... He talks with Tahi Doonan from the South Island Dog Trials in Blenheim... He speaks with intrepid ag worker Jaime Triggs about duck hunting, working in Australia and her imminent stint in Canada... And he catches up with Deer Ind…
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REX May 9th - ANZCO Foods CEO Peter Conley, Amelia Dunbar from the Bitches' Box, Southland Federated Farmers President Jason Herrick, and REX social media manager Libby Mckinnel
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with ANZCO Foods CEO Peter Conley about its annual result... He talks with Amelia Dunbar from the Bitches' Box about their latest series of shows around rural NZ... He catches up with Southland dairy farmer Jason Herrick about his election as Federated Farmers local branch President... And he chats with REX social medi…
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REX May 8th - Dairy Analyst Stu Davison, Stu Taylor from Craigmore Sustainables, Prof. Warren McNabb from the Riddet Institute, and Dairy Women's Network CEO Jules Benton
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+1.8%)... He talks with Stu Taylor, GM of Farming at Craigmore Sustainables, about investing innovation and the future of the NZ dairy industry... He talks with Professor of Nutritional Sciences at the Riddet Institute, Warren McNabb, abo…
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REX May 7th - Tafi Manjala from AgFirst, Real Optimism podcast host Julia Jones, Hurricanes' and All Blacks midfielder Jordie Barrett, and Tori Connell from the House of Chocolate
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Tafi Manjala about his NZ farming odyssey, from his native Zimbabwe to Southland, Bay of Plenty and Northland, where he currently works as an agribusiness consultant for AgFirst... He talks with the host of the Real Optimism podcast, Julia Jones, about alternative proteins and the future of NZ farming systems... H…
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REX May 6th - Jeremy Absolom from the Rissington Cattle Company, Will Gibson from the Otago Merino Association, Charlie Hore from Patearoa Station, and Carter's Brand Ambassador Richard Loe
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Jeremy Absolom from the Rissington Cattle Company about its link with Big Save Furniture and the Big Rural initiative... He talks with the Chair of the Otago Merino Association, Will Gibson, about its inaugural two tooth competition... He talks with the winner of the competition, Charlie Hore from Patearoa Station…
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Green Fields and Golden Opportunities: Nourishing the World with Devry Boughner Vorwerk
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In this podcast episode, Julia Jones speaks with Devry Boughner Vorwerk, a global leader in sustainability about creating sustainable and secure global food systems by combining innovation with tradition. They discuss the importance of collaborative solutions in agriculture, empowering small and mid-sized businesses, and the critical role of optimi…
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REX May 3rd - Richard Cosgrove from Fish & Game, Stu Gibson from the Onga-Tiko Rugby and Sports Club, Dairy Woman of the Year Katrina Roberts, and WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Fish & Game North Canterbury Officer Richard Cosgrove on the eve of the 2024 Duck Hunting Opening Weekend... He talks to Stu Gibson from the Onga-Tiko rugby and sports club about grassroots rugby and his colourful match reports for the Blue Boars... He catches up with the Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year Katrina R…
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REX May 2nd - Lamb Trader Angus Grant, Henry Bell & Jack Taylor from the Highlanders, Marijke Dunselman from Agritourism NZ & Allison Clark from Agritourism Tasmania, and Life Coach Shane Bird
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Lincoln Uni student and lamb trader Angus Grant about his unusual journey into farming... He chats with Highlanders hookers Henry Bell and Jack Taylor about growing up on their respective family farms, life as pro footy players and their BBQ methods... He talks with Marijke Dunselman from Agritourism NZ and Alliso…
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REX May 1st - AgProud NZ Chair Jon Pemberton, Feds ShareFarmer Chair Sam Ebbett, Otago/Southland Dairy Trainee of the Year Shannon Butler, and REX social media guru Libby Mckinnel
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with AgProud NZ Chair Jon Pemberton about the Southland dairy scene, local catchment groups and National Lamb Day... He talks with Fed Farmers ShareFarmer Chair Sam Ebbett about how to avoid contract disputes over pasture covers... He chats with Otago/Southland Dairy Trainee of the Year Shannon Butler... And he catches…
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REX April 30th - Prof. Hugh Campbell, Alliance CEO Willie Wiese, AgriZeroNZ CEO Wayne McNee, and Harry Godfrey from the Hurricanes
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Professor Hugh Campbell from Otago University about artificial proteins... He talks with Alliance CEO Willie Wiese about asking farmer shareholders for capital... He chats with AgriZeroNZ CEO Wayne McNee about the latest developments in accelerating the reduction of ag emissions... And he catches up with Harry God…
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REX April 29th - Anastasia Tristram from Floating Peaks, Kelso Operations Manager Olivia Ellis, Charolais Breeders Magazine Editor Anna Fisher, and Gore sheep farmer James Goodwin
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Anastasia Tristram from Floating Peaks wool products about their woolen tree guards from poplar poles... He talks with Olivia Ellis from Kelso Genetics about being named as an Ambassador on the Global Sheep Forum Next Generation Programme... He catches up with Charolais Breeder Magazine editor Anna Fisher about th…
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Siobhan O'Malley on balancing business + family, the challenges of entrepreneurship + more
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In this podcast episode, Siobhan O'Malley shares her journey from being a classicist to becoming a dairy farmer and entrepreneur in sustainable agriculture in Kokatahi, West Coast New Zealand. She discusses her experiences with share milking, winning the New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards, and co-founding the hemp-based knitwear brand Hemprino. Siob…
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REX 26th April - Agrifood & Food Systems Policy Analyst Antony So, Josh Moorby from the Hurricanes, Foresta's Ray Mountford, and Netspeed Managing Director Stan Rivett
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Agrifood and food systems policy analyst Antony So about his perceptions of NZ farming following a recent visit... He speaks with Hurricanes outside back Josh Moorby about growing up on a dairy farm and 'Canes unbeaten run in Super Rugby... He talks with Ray Mountford from Foresta about its pine chemicals and wood…
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REX 24th April - Westland Milk Products CEO Richard Wyeth, West Coast/Top of the South Share Farmer of the Year Michael Shearer, Ana Schwarz from Island Gelato, and Bronwyn Farquharson on Rissington ANZAC ...
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Westland Milk Products CEO Richard Wyeth about its record breaking annual results... He talks with the West Coast/Top of the South Share Farmer of the year, Michael Shearer... He speaks with the founder of Island Gelato Co. Ana Schwarz... And he catches up with Bronwyn Farquharson from Rissington in Hawke's Bay ab…
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REX 23rd April - Anna Flowerday from Te Whare Ra Wines, Ag Minister Todd McClay, Craig 'Wiggy' Wiggins, and Libby Mckinnel
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Anna Flowerday from Te Whare Ra Wines about the 2024 harvest, wine reviews and troubles with the Australian wine industry... He talks with Agriculture Minister Todd McClay about the First RMA Amendment Bill and what it means for farmers... He catches up with Craig 'Wiggy' Wiggins... And he finds out what's happeni…
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Oli Luke - The Biggest Lesson In Business: Think Bigger - Episode 14
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Welcome to Tales of A Parentpreneur, a podcast that tells the stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. So why “Tales of a Parentreprenuer”? Well during the ups and downs of running my own business over the last 15 years, I’ve managed to do the thing that seems alien. Build a 7 figure business without getting divorced and without my ki…
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REX 22nd April - Olivia Sanders from NZ Cashmere, Wairarapa farmer Pattie O'Boyle, Nicky & Jamie Gaddum from Matangi Angus Beef, and Beef+Lamb NZ Chair Kate Acland
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to NZ Cashmere Business Development Manager Olivia Sanders about diversifying into goats... He talks to Wairarapa farmer Pattie O'Boyle about her insights into the financial stress on sheep and beef farmers... He brings us part 2 of his chat with Nicky and Jamie Gaddum from Matangi Angus Beef, this time focusing on the…
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Natural Resources Engineer, Agri Leader + Farmer Keri Johnston stresses importance of water management in community welfare, environmental sustainability + more
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In this podcast episode, Keri Johnston, a natural resources engineer, Agri leader and farmer, delves into the complex and highly emotional relationship between water management, community welfare, and environmental sustainability. She discusses the need for standardised water data collection and adaptive management strategies in New Zealand, addres…
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REX 19th April - Outstanding Food Producer Award winners Nicky & Jamie Gaddum from Matangi Angus Beef, WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan, Health & Performance Coach Aaron Callaghan, and Perry Cornish from ...
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Nicky & Jamie Gaddum from Matangi Angus Beef, following their win in the 'Paddock' category at the 2024 Outstanding Food Producer Awards... He discusses the end of El Nino with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan... He speaks with experienced health and performance coach Aaron Callaghan about what men's health actually m…
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REX 18th April - Associate Ag Minister Andrew Hoggard, Adam Winter from the Four Saucemen, Laura Koot from Real Country and the Fairlight Foundation, and Waipaoa Station Farm Cadet Training Trust Chair ...
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Associate Ag Minister Andrew Hoggard about freshwater plans and biosecurity... He talks with Adam Winter from the Four Saucemen about their award-winning rubs and sauces (plus your chance to win some product!)... He catches up with Laura Koot from Real Country and the Fairlight Foundation... And he chats with Tim …
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REX 17th April - Dairy Analyst Stu Davison, Warren Ferguson from Ferdon Genetics, REX social media manager Libby Mckinnel and Cant/Nth. Otago Share Farmer of the Year Alan da Veiga
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest GDT Event (+0.1%)... He talks with Warren Ferguson from Ferdon Genetics about its upcoming 75th anniversary sale (April 22)... He catches up with REX socail media guru Libby Mckinnel... And he chats with the former Brazilian Army sniper, turned Canterbury/North Ot…
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REX 16th April - Farmlands CEO Tanya Houghton, Marnco NZ Commercial Manager Jamie Thompson, new REX broadcaster Hannah Wilkins and Northern Young Farmer of the Year Caleb Eday
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Farmlands CEO Tanya Houghton about the acquisition of SealesWinslow... He talks with Marnco Fertiliser's NZ Commercial Manager Jamie Thompson about its first foray into NZ... He chats with the newest addition to the REX stable, Hannah Wilkins... And he talks with the winner of the Northern FMG Young Farmer of the …
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Martin Pemberton & Naomi Jordan - Allowing Discomfort and Failure - Episode 13
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Welcome to Tales of A Parentpreneur, a podcast that tells the stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. So why “Tales of a Parentreprenuer”? Well during the ups and downs of running my own business over the last 15 years, I’ve managed to do the thing that seems alien. Build a 7 figure business without getting divorced and without my ki…
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REX 15th April - Jen Corkran from Rabobank, Beef+Lamb NZ Ambassador Chef Cameron Davies, Wool Impact CEO Andy Caughey and Carter's Brand Ambassador Richard Loe
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to Rabobank Senior Animal Protein Analyst Jen Corkran about the contrasting fortunes of sheepmeat and beef markets... He talks to Beef+Lamb NZ Ambassador Chef Cameron Davies about cooking for celebrities on private yachts, The Fat Duck restaurant in Te Anau and representing NZ in international cooking competitions... H…
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US Rancher Cassidy Johnston discusses transitioning from suburbia to ranch life, innovation + empowerment in agriculture and more
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In this podcast episode, Cassidy Johnston with humour and high energy shares her deep passion for ranching. Transitioning from suburban life to the world of ranching and agriculture, delving into the challenges and rewards of introducing innovation to a traditionally conservative industry. Johnston highlights the importance of authenticity, bridgin…
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to Climate Change Minister Simon Watts about the government's methane review... He talks to Pouarua Farms CEO Jenna Smith about overcoming a quadbike accident to now having an extensive agricultureal governance portfolio... And he talks to Shayne Walker from Damson Plum Gin about this season's plum harvest, the ongoing…
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to ag entrepreneur, mentor and director Scottie Chapman about his career to date and where he sees the future of NZ food production... He talks with Michael Cusack from Grove Avocado Oil about the benefits of avocado oil, in light of the current olive oil shortage... And he catches up with the former CEO of Silver Fern…
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to food science and marketing researcher Katie Henderson about genetic modification of food, her PhD looking at agri-food innovation and her appearance on a recent woolshed panel discussion... He talks to Craig 'Wiggy' Wiggins about some upcoming off-farm events... And he catches up with REX social media manager Libby …
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REX is the best of rural radio hosted by agricultural journalist, 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. REX focuses inside and outside the farm gate, featuring rural news, detailed weather rep…
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan to get the real story behind the alarming headlines of an imminent deluge for the country... He talks to Century Farms NZ trustee Roger Cotton about the history of the awards, this year's event, Lawrence history and the state of the national game... And he catches up with the winner of t…
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Deep Bajwa - The Importance Of Saying No - Episode 12
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Welcome to Tales of A Parentpreneur, a podcast that tells the stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. So why “Tales of a Parentreprenuer”? Well during the ups and downs of running my own business over the last 15 years, I’ve managed to do the thing that seems alien. Build a 7 figure business without getting divorced and without my ki…
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to Irrigation NZ CEO Vanessa Winning about how the change in government is impacting the ag sector... He talks with the winner of the Waikato/BOP Young Farmer of the Year regional final, Dennis Main... He catches up with the CEO and founder of Agritourism NZ Marijke Dunselman about her recent visit to three large stati…
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Claire Taylor on the power of authentic storytelling, celebrating agricultural innovators + building supportive communities
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In this podcast episode, Claire Taylor discusses her transformation from politics to agricultural journalism and her self-funded journey exploring global farming narratives. She emphasises the power of authentic storytelling, the importance of celebrating agricultural innovators, and the need to build supportive communities that transcend 'tall pop…
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to the first survivor of the Wahine disaster to write a book about it. Peter Jerram was on the ship with his Lincoln College cricket team when it struck Barrett Reef, claiming 53 lives... He also talks to the Waikato Share Farmer of the Year, Logan Dawson, about mistakes he made in his youth, raising five children and …
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with the founder of Game Gear, Joel Dickson, about apparel and equipment for hunters and farmers... He talks with dairy farmer, hunter and equestrian rider Claudia Odlin about her recent trip to Germany and her journey from townie to country girl... And he talks with Matt Holden about the upcoming #MATESofMATESforMATES…
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest GDT result (+2.8%), he chats with scotch whisky industry expert Gareth Morgan about his new role as Distillery Manager for Reefton Distilling Co., he speaks with Silver Fern Farms CEO Dan Boulton about its full year result, and he catches up with REX social media gu…
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to the CEO of Moananui, Jodie Kuntzsch, about the purpose of Moananui and the potential of the New Zealand aquaculture industry, and he talks to AgResearch senior scientist Dr Carolina Realini about a new survey which reveals attitudes towards red meat from consumers interested in improving their wellbeing. Tune in dai…
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Jay Allen - My Favourite Mistake - Episode 11
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Welcome to Tales of A Parentpreneur, a podcast that tells the stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. So why “Tales of a Parentreprenuer”? Well during the ups and downs of running my own business over the last 15 years, I’ve managed to do the thing that seems alien. Build a 7 figure business without getting divorced and without my ki…
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Jon Pemberton talks fostering camaraderie in rural communities and how adversity can inspire positive outcomes
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In this episode of Real Optimism, host Julia Jones talks with agricultural advocate and environmental councillor Jon Pemberton. They discuss Pemberton's work in lifting the pride in New Zealand's farming community, particularly through Ag Proud NZ, which was born from a challenging winter to support farmers. They highlight the significance of commu…
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to 'That Farming Physio', Storm Baynes-Ryan, about injury prevention for farmers and the challenging economic conditions facing the sector, and he talks to Emily Hope from Old Road Estate about her fig growing venture. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, vis…
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to the former GM of the Pastoral Gas Research Consortium, Mark Aspin, about what's been learned over the past twenty years, he catches up with the man behind the 'Lean On a Gate, Talk to a Mate' campaign, Craig Wiggins, and he finds out what's happening in the REX social media world with Libby Mckinnel. Tune in daily f…
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to the Chair of the High Country Accord, Kate Cocks, about the strategic plan for the government to manage pastoral leases, he talks to REX Producer Jo Grigg about the sauvignon blanc harvest, meteorites and SailGP, and he catches up with the winner of the East Coast FMG Young Farmer of the Year regional final, Archie …
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Katie & Roxy from The Wedding Business Hub - Challenges Faced By Women In Business - Episode 10
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Welcome to Tales of A Parentpreneur, a podcast that tells the stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. So why “Tales of a Parentreprenuer”? Well during the ups and downs of running my own business over the last 15 years, I’ve managed to do the thing that seems alien. Build a 7 figure business without getting divorced and without my ki…
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to Beef + Lamb NZ Chief Economist Andrew Burtt about its 2023-24 Mid-Season Update, he talks with Sam Higgins from MSD Animal Health about its pilot project with Agrecovery to recycle dairy collars, and he talks with Jason Butt from ECAN about his recent surveying expedition down the Clarence River to help tackle weeds…
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Emma Crutchley on leading with empathy and dealing with disappointment
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In this first episode of Real Optimism, Julia speaks with Central Otago sheep, beef and arable farmer Emma Crutchley. The pair discuss the importance of leadership that is based on influence and behaviour rather than titles and cover the challenges of securing funding, adapting to environmental regulations, and maintaining stakeholder relationships…
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to Meredith Carpenter from Ruanui Station about their lambs wool products made exclusively in New Zealand and the history of Ruanui Station, he talks with Emeritus Professor David Norton about putting together a biodiversity strategy for Upper Clutha and his decades working in ecology and conservation, and he catches u…
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On today's podcast, Dom talks to East Coast farmer Hugo Beamish about scooping a raft of environment awards and his brother Geordie's recent athletic feats, he has a chat with Scott Kunac, the owner of Dunedin Hunting & Fishing, about selling hunting gear to the rich and famous and a Roar/Duck Hunting giveaway for REX listeners, and he catches up w…
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