Best Rural Ag Network Podcasts (2024)

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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

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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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Potatoes to Japan Update Pt 2

1d ago

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The most recent talks with Japanese officials, that began nearly 20 years ago, about getting U.S. fresh potatoes access in Japan, ended just as they have every other year, in frustration.

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Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference West 2024: Mini Interviews Part 2 1:13:11

1d ago1:13:11

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On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Allison Weaver, Rae Westersund, Pauline Chan, Lucia Sanguigtti, Kyla Krahn, Kati Day-Holland, Julie Sharp, Jennifer Crowson, Hunter Tataryn, Gillian Hurst, Anna Naim, Annalise Steadman and Emily Royce. We’re continuing the mini-interviews from the Advancing Women in Ag conference in Al…

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Getting Veterinarians Involved in Rural Mental Health

1d ago

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Veterinarians are often trusted by their producer customers and therefore a new Rural Minds program will enable them to lend support and help to customers who may be struggling.

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Real Talk: Leadership, Hard Truths, and Mental Health Insights 40:08

1d ago40:08

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In this episode, I reflect on my recent experiences at the AgForce conference in Brisbane, including a powerful presentation from Wayne Bennett, the legendary NRL coach. His thoughts on leadership, challenging others, and personal responsibility deeply resonated with me, and I'll share how these ideas apply to both agriculture and everyday life. I'…

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REX October 4th - Julia Jones from the Real Optimism Podcast, Sarah Murray from Aschworth Station, Colette Doughty from the Kaikoura Dark Sky Sanctuary and Kelvin Bezuidenhout from Blueberries NZ 49:30

1d ago49:30

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Julia Jones, host of the Real Optimism podcast on the REX platform, about the flooding in Dunedin, her recent speaking engagement at the AgForce conference in Queensland and hearing a speech from legendary rugby league coach Wayne Bennett... He talks with Sarah Murray from Aschworth Station about her and…

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New Cattle and Bison Traceability Ear Tag Rule Takes Effect Next Month

2d ago

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Feeder cattle are not subject to electronic identification ear tags.

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Potatoes to Japan Update Pt 1

2d ago

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The most recent talks with Japanese officials, that began nearly 20 years ago, about getting U.S. fresh potatoes access in Japan, ended just as they have every other year, in frustration.

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REX October 3rd - Labour MP Kieran McAnulty, Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch and Colin Bond from NZ Kiwifruit Growers Inc. 52:15

2d ago52:15

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Labour MP Kieran McAnulty about bipartisan politics, the state of local government and the strong public opposition to the proposed toll for the Manawatu Gorge road replacement highway... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the deluge hitting many parts of NZ, the October outlook and the pos…

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Atrazine Discussions Continue

3d ago

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Syngenta remains engaged in working with the Environmental Protection Agency regarding Atrazine re-registrations.

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Fix Our Forests Act Pt 2

3d ago

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U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse applauds a bipartisan vote in the House of Representatives that passed the Fix our Forests Act to restore forest health and increase resiliency to catastrophic wildfires.

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REX October 2nd - Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy, Sarah O'Connell from MPI, Mike Prendergast from Blue Pacific Minerals and Rural Health Advocate Craig Wiggins 48:58

3d ago48:58

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with dairy analyst Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+1.2%) and the current strength of the NZ dairy sector... He talks with Sarah O'Connell from MPI about her roles as a facilitator for farm groups, her new appointment with DINZ and her impending trip to South Afric…

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Fix Our Forests Act Pt 1

4d ago

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U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse applauds a bipartisan vote in the House of Representatives that passed the Fix our Forests Act to restore forest health and increase resiliency to catastrophic wildfires.

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Colombia LIfts Ban on US Beef Imports

4d ago

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Colombia closed borders to US beef after US H5NI detections. While they are reopening their border to US beef, there is still work to be done, according to the US Meat Export Federation.

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REX October 1st - Toby Williams from Federated Farmers, MIA Chair Nathan Guy, Jess Turnbull from Farmer Time and Rob Auld from Auld Farm Distillery 42:28

4d ago42:28

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On today's REX Daily podcast, Dom talks with Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Chair Toby Williams about 02.10.24... He talks with Meat Industry Association Chair Nathan Guy about the recent trade deal with the UAE, what it means for the NZ red meat sector and the proposed closure of the Smithfield plant in Timaru... He talks with Hakataramea Valley fa…

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Land Use Change Initiative Needs to Include Ag

5d ago

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The United Soybean Board is one of many engaged in US land use change initiatives.

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Pricing Farmers Out Pt 2

5d ago

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Farmers in Washington state are being forced out of business by the growing number of challenges thrown at them. 10th District Senator, and farmer, Ron Muzzall explains.

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REX September 30th - Dr Axel Heiser from AgResearch, Aviation Legend Richard Rayward and Rochelle Flint from Bremworth 49:43

5d ago49:43

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with AgResearch Chief Scientist Dr Axel Heiser about a series of new projects funded by the government’s Endeavour Fund, featuring research using technology known as RNAi to control fungal diseases threatening plants and animals, nanofertilisers to reduce pollution from nitrogen loss, and development of new g…

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A Path to Realising Leadership Potential in Aotearoa NZ’s Food and Fibre Sector 1:04:55

7d ago1:04:55

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In a special episode of the REX Rural Exchange Daily Podcast host Dominic George interviews the three authors of the report, Chris Parsons, Dr Ellen Joan Ford and Josh Williams alongside Rural Leaders CEO Lisa Rogers to gain a more in-depth understanding of what it means for rural New Zealand. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural con…

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Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference West 2024: Mini Interviews Part 1 1:13:45

8d ago1:13:45

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On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Alexandra Omelchuk, Robin Anderson, Pracilla Wenyika, Mariia Melnychuk, Laurie Rowe, Kendra Wack, Julianne Warner, Janet Nowosad, Erin Day-Johnson, Catherine Kerkoff, Angela Geng and Andrea Hanson. Today, we have a special episode for you! Earlier this year, while attending the Advanci…

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Pricing Farmers Out Pt 1

8d ago

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Farmers in Washington state are being forced out of business by the growing number of challenges thrown at them. 10th District Senator, and farmer, Ron Muzzall explains.

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Record US Ethanol Exports

8d ago

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Canada and Mexico are top export destinations for US Ethanol and Distiller's Dried Grains, respectively.

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Wool Unraveled: Cracking the Code of Value 41:20

8d ago41:20

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In this episode, we chat with Ryan Cosgrove from the Campaign for Wool, who reveals the untapped potential of wool through data-driven insights and why colour, not micron, may be the key to capturing more value. Get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about wool.By rova | REX

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REX September 27th - Paul Joules from Rabobank, Waikaka Publican Daryl Meikle, Luke Hartnell from Precision Pest Control and Kimberly Crewther from DCANZ 54:12

8d ago54:12

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with RaboResearch analyst Paul Joules about the likelihood of skyrocketing chocolate prices in the months to come, the global cocoa shortage due to a disappointing harvest in West Africa and the reaction of chocolate producers... He talks with Waikaka publican Daryl Meikle, in the latest edition of the REX Ru…

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RFA Slams EPA

9d ago

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Renewable Fuels Association head Geoff Cooper slammed the Environmental Protection Agencies’ tailpipe emissions rule AND delays in issuing new RFS volumes and tax credit rules.

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New Company Seeks Athletes With a Farm Background

9d ago

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College athletes can sign up and become a paid influencers with Tracotr Tuesday. They are looking to support students, including walk-ons, that may not otherwise have the opportunity to share their farm backgrounds.

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REX September 26th - Jason Herrick from Southland Federated Farmers, Marlborough Farmer Richard Dawkins and Dr Edwin Massey from NZ Winegrowers 53:40

9d ago53:40

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Southland Federated Farmers President Jason Herrick about the appalling wet conditions in Southland, how he's coping personally and ongoing battles with the Gore District Council... He talks with Richard Dawkins from The Pyramid in Marlborough about his highly successful attempts to minimise lambing loss…

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ESA Amendment Act Pt 2

12d ago

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House Natural Resources Chair Bruce Westerman, of Arkansas, and Sunnyside Republican Dan Newhouse, Chair of the Congressional Western Caucus have introduced the ESA Amendment Act.

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REX September 25th - Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy, Richard McIntyre from Federated Farmers, Amanda Henderson from Beef+LambNZ and Chloe Waolker from Precision Farming 49:24

10d ago49:24

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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, th…

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ESA Amendment Act Pt 1

13d ago

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House Natural Resources Chair Bruce Westerman, of Arkansas, and Sunnyside Republican Dan Newhouse, Chair of the Congressional Western Caucus have introduced the ESA Amendment Act.

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Cattle Market Volatility Continues

13d ago

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Several factors are leading to continued cattle market issues.

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REX September 24th - Maniototo Farmer Emma Crutchley, Mike Prendergast from Blue Pacific Minerals and Scott Graham from Specialist Rural Services 39:49

11d ago39:49

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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 Scot…

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Trade Mission Viet Nam

14d ago

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Alexis Taylor, USDA Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, led another successful trade mission overseas, this time to Vietnam.

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Ag Markets and the US Economy

12d ago

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Market Analyst, Bryan Irey shares his perspective on the ag markets, interest rates and the US economy as a whole.

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REX September 23rd - Emma Higgins from Rabobank, Chris Ford from Farm Training Canterbury, Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard and Olivia Weatherburn from Beef+LambNZ 48:41

12d ago48:41

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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 wh…

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Viticulture in Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley with Geena Luckett 45:54

15d ago45:54

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On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Geena Luckett. Geena Luckett is the owner and General Manager of Luckett Vineyards. Over the past decade, she has overseen the continued growth of the family-run Annapolis Valley winery while maintaining the Luckett-brand commitment to customer service and quality. With vast experience…

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Budget Battle

17d ago

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With elections looming, the Congressional calendar is tight. Right now, Congress is locked in a funding battle and American Farm Bureau's Emily Buckman says the deadline is approaching fast.

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US Heartland Team Promotes US Meat, Variety Cuts

15d ago

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US beef producers and industry traveled to Japan to share the story of US meat producers and learn about Japanese consumer choices and preferences.

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Breaking Ground: The Power of Bold Ideas 43:57

15d ago43:57

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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.By rova | REX

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Milking It Episode 5: An Update From Addie + Kip Nolan 8:09

15d ago8:09

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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 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 Fig…

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REX September 20th - David Tyney from Cirro Wines, Mark Storey from DairyNZ, Ongaha Farm Manager Nico Butler and Broadcaster Damian Newell 47:39

15d ago47:39

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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 Sto…

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Reliable Energy - Not EVs

18d ago

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The American Farm Bureau told Congress farmers need reliable, affordable energy to transport crops and livestock, but electric vehicles are not reliable.

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REX September 19th - Alistair Schorn from Organics Aoteroa NZ, Ben Todhunter from Cleardale Station and Patoka farmer Isabelle Crawshaw 45:48

16d ago45:48

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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 appoin…

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Protecting American Farmland Bill Pt 2

19d ago

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The House of Representatives took steps for protecting U.S. farmland last week with the passing of House Bill 9456, the ‘Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act.’

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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 45:31

17d ago45:31

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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 Woo…

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Protecting American Farmland Bill Pt 1

20d ago

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The House of Representatives took steps for protecting U.S. farmland last week with the passing of House Bill 9456, the ‘Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act.’