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. 1 HR AGO

    Dairy awards highlight next generation talent // Enda Hawe

    This episode features Enda Hawe, head judge of the NZ Dairy Industry Awards Trainee of the Year discussing the future talent in dairy. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min

  2. 1 HR AGO

    India deal could open premium honey market for NZ // Karin Kos, CEO of Apiculture NZ

    This episode features Karin Kos, Apiculture NZ CEO, discussing the India FTA and Honey exports CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 min

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    Fuel outlook: What farmers should budget for winter // Chris Gouley, Fern Energy CEO

    This episode features Chris Gouley, CEO of Fern Energy, with a fuel update and what famers should budget for over winter. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min

  4. 1 HR AGO

    Rural wellbeing roadshow heads through Canterbury // Mike Green, Rural Support Trust

    This episode features Mike Green from the Rural Support Trust discussing their upcoming "Are you ok?" Events with Willie Apiata. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min

  5. 1 HR AGO

    28th April 2026 // Rural News in partnership with Farmlands

    - NZ-India Free Trade Agreement signed in New Delhi- Govt reviews BSE rules protecting beef exports- Ag climate conference begins tomorrow in WellingtonNZ-India Free Trade Agreement signed in New Delhi New Zealand and India have signed a Free Trade Agreement in New Delhi, opening the door to improved access for agricultural exporters — though industry leaders are cautioning gains won't be immediate. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Trade Minister Todd McClay say the deal will grow the current three-point-nine-five billion dollar two-way trade relationship, with benefits for meat, dairy, kiwifruit, apples, wool and wood exporters. A thirty percent tariff on sheepmeat will begin to be addressed under the agreement. But Meat Industry Association chair Nathan Guy says exporters shouldn't expect overnight results. The agreement still requires ratification before coming into force, and its real-world impact for farmers will depend heavily on implementation timelines.   Govt reviews BSE rules protecting beef exports New Zealand's biosecurity regulations around ruminant protein are under review, with Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard saying the country's four-point-nine billion dollar beef export sector depends on getting it right. The review of the Biosecurity Ruminant Protein Regulations focuses on preventing BSE — mad cow disease — from entering New Zealand cattle through contaminated feed. New Zealand has never recorded a BSE case, a status that underpins its recognition by the World Organisation for Animal Health as a negligible-risk nation. The review addresses risks around cross-contamination and accidental exposure — where animal protein not intended for ruminants is accidentally consumed by cattle. Hoggard says these regulations help keep international markets open to New Zealand beef, and that's never been more important than right now. Farmers can have their say from April twenty-eighth through to June twelfth.   Ag climate conference begins tomorrow in Wellington And the two day Agriculture and Climate Change Conference gets underway in Wellington tomorrow. Organised by the Ag Emissions Centre, AgriZero, and MPI, the focus will be on what changing international markets mean for New Zealand agriculture and how the sector can respond. Trade Minister Todd McClay and Dr Sue Bidrose, former Chief Executive of AgResearch, are among the speakers. Climate communicator Eloise Gibson will host both days, while Sir Edmund Hillary's grandson Alexander Hillary will deliver an aspirational address. The programme covers global market signals, farmer-led innovation, and practical pathways for a more resilient, competitive primary sector. CountryWide Connect will broadcast live from the conference both days from 11am 29th April.Rural News is in partnership with Farmlands as part of CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp - our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    3 min

  6. 2 HR AGO

    Full Show - 28th April 2026

    Fuel outlook: What farmers should budget for winter - Chris Gourley, Fern Energy CEO Rural wellbeing roadshow heads through Canterbury - Mike Green, Rural Support Trust India deal could open premium honey market for NZ - Karin Kos, Apiculture NZ CEO Dairy awards highlight next generation talent - Enda Hawe, NZ Dairy Industry Awards Dairy Trainee of the Year Head Judge Rural News with Farmlands What the India trade deal means for regions - Grant McCallum, MP for Northland Wool, budgets and confidence at the farm gate - North & South Farmer Panel: Nigel Woodhead & Toby Williams Dairy policy, water and growth - Dairy Panel with John Faulkner, Regional councillor for North Canterbury & dairy farmer and Anne Lee, rural journalist Dry start, frost risks and winter outlook - Tony Trewinnard, Blue Skies Weather See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    2 hr
  7. Warriors, rugby and weekend winners // Dave Worsley, Sports Commentator

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    Warriors, rugby and weekend winners // Dave Worsley, Sports Commentator

    This episode features Dave Worsley, Sports Commentator discussing the key sporting action ahead. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    9 min
  8. Strong farms need strong advisers // Jo Finer, CEO, Institute of Rural Professionals

    4 DAYS AGO

    Strong farms need strong advisers // Jo Finer, CEO, Institute of Rural Professionals

    This episode features Jo Finer, CEO, Institute of Rural Professionals discussing attracting the next generation. CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watch / listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min
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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

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

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