CountryWide CONNECT

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CountryWide CONNECT is the latest innovative daily livestreamed rural video/radio show broadcast at lunchtime 11am – 1pm Monday-Friday from Christchurch, New Zealand. The show is hosted by respected award-winning agribusiness broadcasters, Sarah Perriam-Lampp (formerly Sarah’s Country & Rural Exchange) and Andy Thompson (formerly The Rural Round-Up). Over two hours, Sarah & Andy cover the latest in New Zealand rural news, views, politics but most importantly in-depth technical farming advice to help improve farmers bottom lines! For more information & to subscribe to CountryWide, visit www.country-wide.co.nz

  1. Tony and Michelle Roberts - Deer farmers named national sustainable farming ambassadors

    1 day ago

    Tony and Michelle Roberts - Deer farmers named national sustainable farming ambassadors

    This episode features Tony and Michelle Roberts, 2026 National Ambassadors for Sustainable Farming and Growing discussing 2026 Balance Farm Environment Awards   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.   Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    14 min
  2. Brad Olsen - B+LNZ On Farm Inflation report

    1 day ago

    Brad Olsen - B+LNZ On Farm Inflation report

    This episode features Brad Olsen, Chief Executive - Infometrics discussing the B+LNZ On Farm Inflation report. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.   Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 min
  3. Full Show - 3 July 2026

    1 day ago

    Full Show - 3 July 2026

    CountryWide CONNECT - Show Summary Tony and Michelle Roberts, the 2026 National Ambassadors for Sustainable Farming and Growing, discussing their win at this year's Ballance Farm Environment Awards and what the recognition means to them. Opportunities Party Leader Quilae Wong discusses the party's recent rise in the polls and the issues driving voter support. Infometrics Chief Executive Brad Olsen joins us to break down Beef + Lamb New Zealand's latest On-Farm Inflation Report and what it tells us about the cost pressures facing farmers. Willy McSkimming from McSkimming Shearing discusses the new Shearing Board app and how it's helping modernise the shearing industry. DairyNZ Chief Executive Campbell Parker joins us to discuss the Ballance Farm Environment Awards, the current dairy beef situation, and how farmers should be preparing for El Niño. ACT Party Transport spokesperson Cameron Luxton discusses the Government's vehicle regulation changes and what they mean for New Zealand motorists. Tony Leggett joins us with the latest sheep and beef update, including Devold's new 4-year merino wool contracts and what it means for the industry. And we wrap the show with our weekly Friday Sport Panel, featuring Dave Worsley and Charlotte Mee, looking ahead to the weekend's action.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home. Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    2hr 1min
  4. Craig Smith - ‘True collaboration’: Devold locks in four-year merino supplier contracts

    2 days ago

    Craig Smith - ‘True collaboration’: Devold locks in four-year merino supplier contracts

    This episode features Craig Smith, General Manager, Devold New Zealand discussing the company's new four-year wool contracts and what they mean for New Zealand wool growers.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.   Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 min
  5. Kate Truffit - Growers feeling good as potato yields recover

    2 days ago

    Kate Truffit - Growers feeling good as potato yields recover

    This episode features Kate Truffit, Chief Executive, Potatoes New Zealand discussing the recent Vegetable Industry Showcase and the key issues and opportunities highlighted by the sector.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.   Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 min
  6. Alistair King - How badly squeezed are viticulture margins becoming?

    2 days ago

    Alistair King - How badly squeezed are viticulture margins becoming?

    This episode features Alistair King, Viticulture lead, Accounting & Business Advisory Partner, Findex discussing the outlook for New Zealand's wine industry and how changing consumer preferences are influencing the sector.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.   Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 min
  7. Farmer Panel - What would you make a townie do on farm for a day?

    2 days ago

    Farmer Panel - What would you make a townie do on farm for a day?

    This episode features Willie Bell & Craig Hickman discussing what's affecting farmers around the nation at the moment.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.   Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 min
  8. Tony Trewinnard - ‘Hope is not a strategy’: El Niño officially declared

    2 days ago

    Tony Trewinnard - ‘Hope is not a strategy’: El Niño officially declared

    This episode features Tony Trewinnard, Blue Skies Weather discussing the emergence of El Niño and what it could mean for New Zealand farmers.   WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.   Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 min
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About

CountryWide CONNECT is the latest innovative daily livestreamed rural video/radio show broadcast at lunchtime 11am – 1pm Monday-Friday from Christchurch, New Zealand. The show is hosted by respected award-winning agribusiness broadcasters, Sarah Perriam-Lampp (formerly Sarah’s Country & Rural Exchange) and Andy Thompson (formerly The Rural Round-Up). Over two hours, Sarah & Andy cover the latest in New Zealand rural news, views, politics but most importantly in-depth technical farming advice to help improve farmers bottom lines! For more information & to subscribe to CountryWide, visit www.country-wide.co.nz

Information

  • Creator
    CountryWide Media
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    CountryWide CONNECT

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