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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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REX May 31st - Sirma Karapeeva from the MIA, Emily Lucas from West Coast Pies, DairyNZ CEO Campbell Parker, and Jadene Irvine from Genesis
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Meat Industry Association CEO Sirma Karapeeva about the US overtaking China as New Zealand's largest red meat market... He talks with Emily Lucas from West Coast Pies about the local ingredients that makes up their award-winning pies... He talks with DairyNZ CEO about World Milk Day (June 1) and the importance of dairy to the NZ economy... And he talks with Jadene Irvine from Genesis about the deals on offer for dairy farmers involved with Moving Day.
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REX May 30th - Prof. Hugh Campbell from Otago University, Tim Henshaw from Westpac, Johnny Hore from the Central Otago Hunt, and REX social media manager Libby McKinnel
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Professor Hugh Campbell from Otago University about the latest report from the Parliamentary Commission for the Environment, which contains some sobering reading... He talks with the Head of Agribusiness at Westpac NZ, Tim Henshaw, about its Sustainable Farm Loan... He talks with Central Otago Hunt Life Member Johnny Hore about its 35th anniversary... And he catches up with REX social media guru Libby Mckinnel.
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REX May 29th - Justin Lawrence from Silver Fern Farms, Stihl Timbersports World Champion Jack Jordan, Richard McIntyre from Federated Farmers, and Netspeed Managing Director Stan Rivett
On today's podcast, Dom talks with Silver Fern Farms 5th Quarter Group Manager Justin Lawrence about its history, contribution to the sector and applications for the future... He talks with three-time Stihl Timbersports World Champion Jack Jordan about beating his own world record, his training regime and his King Country farm... He talks with Richard McIntyre from Federated Farmers about the Parliament v Feds rugby fundraiser in Gisborne and Feds' call for an independent inquiry into rural banking... And he catches up with Netspeed Managing Director Stan Rivett about its Moving Day specials and its IoT trackers.
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REX May 28th - James Turner from AgResearch, Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch, Bradley Slater from the Chiefs, and Felicity Mitchell from Agrecovery
On today's podcast, Dom talks with AgResearch Senior Scientist James Turner about new research into the barriers to digital uptake on New Zealand farms... He talks turbulence, cloud seeding and the June outlook with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan... He talks with Chiefs hooker and Taranaki farm boy Bradley Slater about life as a pro rugby player, growing up on the family farm and the possibility of heading back there... And he talks with Agrecovery National Scheme Manager, Felicity Mitchell, about the importance of its small bags product stewardship scheme.
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REX May 27th - NZ Story CEO David Downs, Matt Strahan from Nufarm, MACSO founder & CEO Saba Samiei, and Kaikoura MP Stuart Smith
On today's podcast, Dom talks with the CEO of New Zealand Story David Downs about telling the country's farming stories better... He talks with Matt Strahan from Nufarm about the new Grassmanship online calculator, herbicide resistance and kiwifruit... He talks with the founder and CEO of MACSO, Saba Samiei, about its respiratory health monitoring system for herd management... And he catches up with Kaikoura MP Stuart Smith about finance, energy and wine.
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Leadership and Legacy: Charles Taituha On Community, Courage + Land Management
In this episode, Charles Taituha and Julia delve into agricultural leadership, community and influencing generations.
In this reflective conversation, Charles shares his career journey, his purpose of helping farmers and explains how his leadership has been shaped by family, culture, and mentors.
The discussion covers the importance of facing challenges head-on, the intricacies of Māori land ownership under specific legislation, and the dynamics of community leadership.
Charles emphasises the role of unity, respect for diverse perspectives, and the significance of leaving a lasting legacy. He also touches on the delicate topic of farmers exiting the industry with dignity, the art of negotiation, and the power of purposeful conversations in building future farming relevance.
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