REX
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.
Episodes
Forestry, farming & polls - Cushla Tangaere-Manuel
Dom talks with Ikaroa-Rāwhiti MP Cushla Tangaere-Manuel about the major issues in the electorate heading into the general election, including forestry and failing roads. They also discuss the ETS, her first term as an MP and a comfortable lead in the polls. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Insta
The Chardonnay crusade; are we seeing a resurgence? - Jeremy McKenzie
Dom talks with Isabel Estate Chief Winemaker Jeremy McKenzie about his quest to lift the profile of NZ Chardonnay, the rise in popularity of the variety and mentoring the next generation of NZ winemaking talent. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
REX Oct 27 - Jeremy McKenzie and Cushla Tangaere-Manuel
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Isabel Estate Chief Winemaker Jeremy McKenzie about his quest to lift the profile of NZ Chardonnay, the rise in popularity of the variety and mentoring the next generation of NZ winemaking talent... And he talks with Ikaroa-Rāwhiti MP Cushla Tangaere-Manuel about the major issues in the electorate heading into the general election, including forestry an
REX Recommends - Chanelle O'Sullivan
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Chanelle O'Sullivan from Groundshift and Rich Planet about a new video-podcast series called Breaking Ground. They discuss what the future of NZ farming could look like under various scenarios, the problem with nutrition and the volatility of global markets. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, vis
REX Recommends - Joe Blakiston
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Joe Blakiston, Tasman Sales Manager for PGG Wrightson Real Estate, about his 43 years with PGG Wrightson, as the company celebrates its 175th anniversary. From office boy to stock agent to real estate broker, they discuss his mentors, including Jimmy Balfour, Peter Walsh and Denis Hazlett, his role as a part-time auctioneer, his community and fundraising eff
REX Recommends - Will Jennings
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Will Jennings, Rodeo NZ Animal Welfare Spokesperson, about the proposed changes to the Code of Welfare for Rodeos and the implications for the NZ rodeo circuit, as well as other equine sports and animal husbandry. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram
Breaking Ground on the future of NZ farming - Chanelle O'Sullivan
Dom talks with Chanelle O'Sullivan from Groundshift and Rich Planet about a new video-podcast series called Breaking Ground. They discuss what the future of NZ farming could look like under various scenarios, the problem with nutrition and the volatility of global markets. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and fo
Protecting the premium; why calm sheep handling is good business - Rachel Shearer
Dom talks with Rachel Shearer, GM of wool for PGG Wrightson, about continuing wool industry funding for Animal Welfare & Calm Sheep Handling training to improve animal and worker welfare. They discuss the growing uptake of the training programme, why it's important for the industry to invest in it and the current state of the wool industry. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX ru
REX Oct 23 - Rachel Shearer and Chanelle O'Sullivan
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Rachel Shearer, GM of wool for PGG Wrightson, about continuing wool industry funding for Animal Welfare & Calm Sheep Handling training to improve animal and worker welfare. They discuss the growing uptake of the training programme, why it's important for the industry to invest in it and the current state of the wool industry... And he talks with Cha
What's lurking in your crops? - Gerrard Pile
Dom talks with Farmlands Agronomist Gerrard Pile about pests and crop disease as summer approaches, the challenges with varied weather patterns around the country and what people need to be looking out for at this time of year. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn fo
Looming legal action over NZ-Canada dairy dispute - Kimberly Crewther
Dom talks with Dairy Companies Association (DCANZ) chief executive Kimberly Crewther about its call for a legal challenge by New Zealand against damaging Canadian milk subsidies if new trade talks fail to resolve the matter. They discuss the background to the situation, why it's taken so long to resolve and why legal action may be required. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural conte
Huntable; bridging the gap between farmer & hunter - Gail Radburnd
Dom talks with Huntable co-founder Gail Radburnd about the newly launched, Airbnb-style online marketplace designed to connect verified, licensed hunters with farmers and private landowners in New Zealand and Australia. They discuss the idea behind the platform, how it works and the uptake so far from hunters and farmers. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourit
REX Oct 22 - Gail Radburnd, Kimberly Crewther and Gerrard Pile
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Huntable co-founder Gail Radburnd about the newly launched, Airbnb-style online marketplace designed to connect verified, licensed hunters with farmers and private landowners in New Zealand and Australia. They discuss the idea behind the platform, how it works and the uptake so far from hunters and farmers... He talks with Dairy Companies Association (D
GDT rise, milk production & Singapore - Stu Davison
Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+2.5%), the latest NZ milk production data and the SGX-NZX Global Dairy Seminar in Singapore this week. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
REX Oct 21 - Stu Davison and Samantha Walmsley-Bartlett
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+2.5%), the latest NZ milk production data and the SGX-NZX Global Dairy Seminar in Singapore this week... And he talks with Samantha Walmsley-Bartlett, co-founder of Circular by Nature, about the release of its flagship strategic white paper, Circular by Nature: Realising Aotea
Can a 'circular' approach save NZ farmers billions on fert, fuel and power? - Samantha Walmsley-Bartlett
Dom talks with Samantha Walmsley-Bartlett, co-founder of Circular by Nature, about the release of its flagship strategic white paper, Circular by Nature: Realising Aotearoa New Zealand's Full Potential. They discuss what on-farm circularity means, energy independence, regional processing hubs the practicality of achieving many of the things outlined in the paper. Tune in daily for the latest and g
The overnight classic; pickled cherries scoop another accolade - Tineke-Maree Sutton
Dom talks with Tineke-Maree Sutton, the founder and sole operator of Taste of the Alps, about winning the Supreme Winner award at the 2026 New Zealand Food Awards for her pickled Central Otago cherries, The Sojourner. They discuss the rapid success of the product, why she thinks it's so popular and the origin of the business. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favo
What is the Apple Action Plan?; NZ's new era of trade with India - Danielle Adsett
Dom talks with Danielle Adsett, NZ Apples & Pears Inc. Chief Executive, about the India-NZ FTA coming into force today, what it means for the sector and what exactly is the Apple Action Plan Project and the India-based Centre of Excellence? Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Faceboo
The slow death of NZ rodeo? - Will Jennings
Dom talks with Will Jennings, Rodeo NZ Animal Welfare Spokesperson, about the proposed changes to the Code of Welfare for Rodeos and the implications for the NZ rodeo circuit, as well as other equine sports and animal husbandry. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn f
REX Oct 20 - Will Jennings, Danielle Adsett and Tineke-Maree Sutton
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Will Jennings, Rodeo NZ Animal Welfare Spokesperson, about the proposed changes to the Code of Welfare for Rodeos and the implications for the NZ rodeo circuit, as well as other equine sports and animal husbandry... He talks with Danielle Adsett, NZ Apples & Pears Inc. Chief Executive, about the India-NZ FTA coming into force today, what it means fo
The evolution of a rural career; mentors, markets and community - Joe Blakiston
Dom talks with Joe Blakiston, Tasman Sales Manager for PGG Wrightson Real Estate, about his 43 years with PGG Wrightson, as the company celebrates its 175th anniversary. From office boy to stock agent to real estate broker, they discuss his mentors, including Jimmy Balfour, Peter Walsh and Denis Hazlett, his role as a part-time auctioneer, his community and fundraising efforts, including for Ranui
From Manawatū to Europe; attracting the world to rural NZ - Marijke Dunselman
Dom talks with Marike Dunselman from Agritourism NZ about working with TravelEssence, Europe's largest travel organisation, to get more international visitors booking with Agritourism operators in NZ, the launch of the latest Regional Agritourism Network, Manawatu/Whanganui, in Feilding next week (27th Oct), and her speaking engagement at this week's Great Wines Capitals of the World Conference in
REX Oct 19 - Joe Blakiston and Marijke Dunselman
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Joe Blakiston, Tasman Sales Manager for PGG Wrightson Real Estate, about his 43 years with PGG Wrightson, as the company celebrates its 175th anniversary. From office boy to stock agent to real estate broker, they discuss his mentors, including Jimmy Balfour, Peter Walsh and Denis Hazlett, his role as a part-time auctioneer, his community and fundraisin
REX Recommends - Ed Harrison
In case you missed it... Jo Grigg talks with Ed Harrison from Baker Ag about its 2026 Remuneration Survey, the range in head shepherd salaries, wage growth, getting help with performance reviews and whether cash is king over benefits. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Link
REX Recommends - Jeff Grant
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Jeff Grant from Thriving Southland about the province experiencing its wettest winter since 1980, the resurrection of the Falls Dam Project on the Manuherikia River in Central Otago and his thoughts on the performance of Alliance Group one year on from selling a majority stake to Irish processor Dawn Meats. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural
From Fiordland to fashion; Davaar's latest collaboration - Kate Macdonald
Dom talks with Kate Macdonald, founder and Creative Director of knitwear apparel company Davaar, about its latest collaboration with WithWild to produce the limited edition Davaar Wild jersey, drawing directly from the natural palette of Fiordland. They also discuss the history of the business, the process of identifying fleeces directly from Davaar Station for the garments and Kate's recent accol
The red meat legacy; 40 years of Beef + Lamb NZ Inc - Kit Arkwright
Dom talks with Kit Arkwright, CEO of Beef + Lamb NZ Inc, about celebrating 40 years of promoting NZ red meat. They discuss the history of the organisation, its successful marketing initiatives, including the Iron Maidens and the Quality Mark, extolling the nutritional virtues of grass-fed red meat in the face of plant-based alternatives and the Ambassador Chef programme. Tune in daily for the late
REX Oct 16 - Kit Arkwright and Kate Macdonald
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Kit Arkwright, CEO of Beef + Lamb NZ Inc, about celebrating 40 years of promoting NZ red meat. They discuss the history of the organisation, its successful marketing initiatives, including the Iron Maidens and the Quality Mark, extolling the nutritional virtues of grass-fed red meat in the face of plant-based alternatives and the Ambassador Chef program
The best sausage in the land - Geoff Calder
Dom talks with Geoff Calder, co-owner of Mapari Meats in Auckland, about being crowned the Supreme Winner of the 2026 Dunninghams Great New Zealand Sausage Competition for its Birria Taco sausage after the national sausage awards were announced in Auckland last night. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow
The hard lessons of farm burnout - Taya Wilson
Dom talks with Hororata dairy farmer Taya Wilson about her unconventional career path that led her to the dairy sector, the major challenges she's faced along the way and how she's come embrace rural life, including entering the Young Farmer of the Year Tasman District Contest. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz a
Int. Day of Rural Women; "I feel hugely privileged to be living in NZ" - Jo Grigg
Dom talks with REX Producer and Marlborough farmer Jo Grigg about the International Day of Rural Women (Oct 15), what it means in a global context, her family's farming lineage and the roles of her predecessors, and her own experience as a rural NZ woman over the decades. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and fol
REX Oct 15 - Taya Wilson, Jo Grigg and Geoff Calder
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Hororata dairy farmer Taya Wilson about her unconventional career path that led her to the dairy sector, the major challenges she's faced along the way and how she's come to embrace rural life, including entering the Young Farmer of the Year Tasman District Contest... He talks with REX Producer and Marlborough farmer Jo Grigg about the International Day
Sheep & beef salary packages - Ed Harrison
Jo Grigg talks with Ed Harrison from Baker Ag about its 2026 Remuneration Survey, the range in head shepherd salaries, wage growth, getting help with performance reviews and whether cash is king over benefits. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Meet NZ's best young deer farmer - Reuben Danen
Dom talks with deer farmer Reuben Danen about winning the 2026 Young Deer Farmer of the Year title, what the fledgling competition involved and his current job at Lincoln Hills, the Mid-Canterbury hind block of Peel Forest Estate. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn
Fert, water & food security - Christopher Luxon
Dom talks with PM Christopher Luxon about the government's recent announcements around fertiliser security and water storage, food security and defence spending and the current state of the economy. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
REX Oct 14 - Christopher Luxon, Reuben Danen and Ed Harrison
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with PM Christopher Luxon about the government's recent announcements around fertiliser security and water storage, food security and defence spending and the current state of the economy... He talks with deer farmer Reuben Danen about winning the 2026 Young Deer Farmer of the Year title, what the fledgling competition involved and his current job at Lincoln
Calf club spirit; supporting NZ's future farmers - Suzy Downey
Dom talks with Suzy Downey from Blue Pacific Minerals about its recent Rural Schools Calf Club promotion, how many schools they reached and giving away over $25,000 worth of product to participating schools. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
From NZ to the USA; Herd-i goes global - Nicole Mozeliak
Dom talks with Herd-i USA CEO Nicole Mozeliak about the NZ company's foray into the US market, how Herd-i fits into US dairy systems and the recent World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
A&P show season about to kick into gear - Matt Holden
Dom talks with Matt Holden from Kelso Genetics about the upcoming Rural Roundup at the Hawke's Bay A&P Show (Oct 22), what people can expect and the ongoing legacy of A&P shows around NZ. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
REX Oct 13 - Matt Holden, Nicole Mozeliak and Suzy Downey
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Matt Holden from Kelso Genetics about the upcoming Rural Roundup at the Hawke's Bay A&P Show (Oct 22), what people can expect and the ongoing legacy of A&P shows around NZ... He with Herd-i USA CEO Nicole Mozeliak about the NZ company's foray into the US market, how Herd-i fits into US dairy systems and the recent World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wi
Solving summer supply chain waste; cherries arrive at Wonky Box - Angus Simms
Dom talks with Angus Simms, co-founder of Wonky Box, about the challenge of matching seasonal supply of imperfect fruit and vegetables with demand, the role alternative routes to market can play in getting more NZ-grown produce onto Kiwi tables and the introduction a one-off seasonal rescue campaign with a cooperative group of smaller cherry growers. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX r
From chicory to cash; S. Island farmers needed for Lumina finishing- Kelly Walsh
Dom talks with Kelly Walsh, Headwaters Canterbury and North Otago Territory Manager, about seeking South Island farmers with finishing and grazing capacity to feed into its premium Lumina Lamb programme, the specifications needed and remuneration options. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagr
Soaking Southland, Falls Dam & Alliance performance - Jeff Grant
Dom talks with Jeff Grant from Thriving Southland about the province experiencing its wettest winter since 1980, the resurrection of the Falls Dam Project on the Manuherikia River in Central Otago and his thoughts on the performance of Alliance Group one year on from selling a majority stake to Irish processor Dawn Meats. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourit
REX Oct 12 - Jeff Grant, Kelly Walsh and Angus Simms
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Jeff Grant from Thriving Southland about the province experiencing its wettest winter since 1980, the resurrection of the Falls Dam Project on the Manuherikia River in Central Otago and his thoughts on the performance of Alliance Group one year on from selling a majority stake to Irish processor Dawn Meats... He talks with Kelly Walsh, Headwaters Canter
REX Recommends - Tanya Houghton
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Farmlands CEO Tanya Houghton about the criticism of the co-op's decision to invest in AgriZero NZ, why she believes it's escalated to the point it has and how some frontline Farmlands employees are bearing the brunt of public vitriol. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz
REX Recommends - Melissa Clark-Reynolds
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Melissa Clark-Reynolds from FutureCentre.nz about her Signal of the Month. They discuss why the red meat schedule appears to be a hot topic in ag circles, why she believes there will be more conversions to beef in NZ and why it's all part of what people are calling 'the Halter effect' Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favour
A record year for NZ food & fibre exports - Todd McClay
Dom talks with Todd McClay, Minister of Agriculture and Minister for Trade, about NZ's record $65.2b food and fibre export revenue for the year ending June 2026. They discuss the performance of the red meat sector in particular, the global trade environment and new announcements regarding water storage, irrigation and fertiliser. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your
Farmlands staff cop flak for AgriZero funding decision - Tanya Houghton
Dom talks with Farmlands CEO Tanya Houghton about the criticism of the co-op's decision to invest in AgriZero NZ, why she believes it's escalated to the point it has and how some frontline Farmlands employees are bearing the brunt of public vitriol. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Fa
REX Oct 9 - Tanya Houghton and Todd McClay
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Farmlands CEO Tanya Houghton about the criticism of the co-op's decision to invest in AgriZero NZ, why she believes it's escalated to the point it has and how some frontline Farmlands employees are bearing the brunt of public vitriol... And he talks with Todd McClay, Minister of Agriculture and Minister for Trade, about NZ's record $65.2b food and fibre
Prolonged confinement of dogs under the spotlight - Andrew Hoggard
Dom talks with Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard about the Government seeking New Zealanders' views on proposed new rules to stop dogs being shut away in cages, crates and kennels for extremely long periods. They discuss why the rules are needed, what exactly they're consulting on and what it means for dog owners, especially in rural areas. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX
Favourable conditions for firefighters at Walter Peak - Blair Kiely
Dom talks with FENZ District Commander Blair Kiely about the latest on the vegetation fire at Walter Peak Station on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, the nature and scope of efforts to contain the 1,400 hectare blaze and the challenging conditions for firefighters, including steep terrain, vegetation and changing wind conditions. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favo
Cash for farmers, Dawn Meats & AgriZero NZ investment - Mark Wynne
Dom talks with Alliance Co-operative Chair Mark Wynne about its announcement eligible farmer-shareholders who supply and continue to back the business will receive up to $20 million later this year, following the strategic investment partnership with Dawn Meats. They discuss the first year of the Dawn Meats purchase of 65% of the company, whether farmer-shareholders can expect more money in the co
REX Oct 8 - Mark Wynne, Stu Davison, Blair Kiely and Andrew Hoggard
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Alliance Co-operative Chair Mark Wynn about its announcement eligible farmer-shareholders who supply and continue to back the business will receive up to $20 million later this year, following the strategic investment partnership with Dawn Meats. They discuss the first year of the Dawn Meats purchase of 65% of the company, whether farmer-shareholders ca
Skim milk success at latest GDT auction - Stu Davison
Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+1.2%), why milk powder prices continue to perform strongly and the increasing cost of production for NZ dairy farmers. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Agony Aunt on worm parasites - Ginny Dodunski
Jo Grigg talks with Ginny Dodunski from Wormwise about spring parasite issues for ewes and hand-reared calves, and how using wearables to intensify young cattle grazing systems can bring new parasite challenges. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
REX Oct 7 - Duncan Humm and Ginny Dodunski
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Duncan Humm, farmer and co-founder of farming platform NZ Farming. They discuss the general mood of rural NZ one month out from the general election, the major talking points the ag community is focused on and the heated online traffic regarding the latest funding boost for AgriZero NZ... And Jo Grigg talks with Ginny Dodunski from Wormwise about spring
What's the mood of rural NZ one month out from the election? - Duncan Humm
Dom talks with Duncan Humm, farmer and co-founder of farming platform NZ Farming. They discuss the general mood of rural NZ one month out from the general election, the major talking points the ag community is focused on and the heated online traffic regarding the latest funding boost for AgriZero NZ. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform,
From paddock to parliament - Suze Redmayne
Dom talks with Rangitīkei MP Suze Redmayne from the National Party about her first term as an MP, the upcoming election and the family's Coastal Spring Lamb business. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
REX Oct 6 - Melissa Clark-Reynolds and Suze Redmayne
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Melissa Clark-Reynolds from FutureCentre.nz about her Signal of the Month. They discuss why the red meat schedule appears to be a hot topic in ag circles, why she believes there will be more conversions to beef in NZ and why it's all part of what people are calling 'the Halter effect'... And he talks with Rangitīkei MP Suze Redmayne from the National Pa
What is the Halter effect? - Melissa Clark-Reynolds
Dom talks with Melissa Clark-Reynolds from FutureCentre.nz about her Signal of the Month. They discuss why the red meat schedule appears to be a hot topic in ag circles, why she believes there will be more conversions to beef in NZ and why it's all part of what people are calling 'the Halter effect' Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, v
Shedding the kit for a good cause; Barely There 2026 - Briar Duncan
Dom talks with third-year Massey University vet student Briar Duncan about the 2026 Barely There calendar, the long tradition behind the iconic annual charity project and why she's going to miss the Halfway Day celebrations due to her participation in the Coast to Coast Mountain Run. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.c
El Niño, polar flares & AI - Phil Duncan
Dom talks with Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch about the outlook for October, El Niño contiuing to gain more power in the tropical Pacific and how it's affecting the weather pattern around New Zealand. They also discuss what other factors are at play, polar flares and how AI could affect weather forecasting in the future. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your fav
REX Oct 5 - Phil Duncan and Briar Duncan
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch about the outlook for October, El Niño continuing to gain more power in the tropical Pacific and how it's affecting the weather pattern around New Zealand. They also discuss what other factors are at play, polar flares and how AI could affect weather forecasting in the future... And he talks with third-year Massey Un
REX Recommends - Jen Corkran
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Rabobank senior animal protein analyst Jen Corkran about how trade disruptions are expected to redirect global beef flows for the remainder of 2026. They discuss the factors behind this, including Chinese trade quotas, a looming suspension of Brazilian beef into the EU and the 90-day emergency tariff waiver implemented by the US, plus what it all means for N
REX Recommends - Finn McColl
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Finn McColl, aka the singing stock agent. They discuss his farming and shearing background, his current role as a stock agent and his music career; from being lead singer and guitarist of local band Bush Buds, to embarking on a solo album due for release on November 20th, with the first single set to be released next week. Tune in daily for the latest and gr
Mining carbon credits from hill country scrub - Geoff Ross
Dom talks with Geoff Ross from Lake Hawea Station about his latest venture, Carbonfields. They discuss how the company has been created to generate revenue for farmers from existing bush, forest and scrub on their farms, how it works in practice and the potential future of the ETS. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.
Why government intervention is harming the beef industry - Kent Bacus
Dom talks with Kent Bacus, Executive Director of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association in the United States, about his current trip to NZ to talk at the recent Red Meat Sector Conference, what role NZ can play in the increased demand for beef in the US and what it will take to rebuild the declining US national herd. They also discuss the reaction from ranchers to the Tru
REX Oct 2 - Kent Bacus and Geoff Ross
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Kent Bacus, Executive Director of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association in the United States, about his current trip to NZ to talk at the recent Red Meat Sector Conference, what role NZ can play in the increased demand for beef in the US and what it will take to rebuild the declining US national herd. They also discuss the rea
Major trade disruptions for beef market; the story behind the headlines - Jen Corkran
Dom talks with Rabobank senior animal protein analyst Jen Corkran about how trade disruptions are expected to redirect global beef flows for the remainder of 2026. They discuss the factors behind this, including Chinese trade quotas, a looming suspension of Brazilian beef into the EU and the 90-day emergency tariff waiver implemented by the US, plus what it all means for NZ producers and expo
REX Oct 1 - Finn McColl and Jen Corkran
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Finn McColl, aka the singing stock agent. They discuss his farming and shearing background, his current role as a stock agent and his music career; from being lead singer and guitarist of local band Bush Buds, to embarking on a solo album due for release on November 20th, with the first single set to be released next week... And he talks with Rabobank&n
The singing stock agent - Finn McColl
Dom talks with Finn McColl, aka the singing stock agent. They discuss his farming and shearing background, his current role as a stock agent and his music career; from being lead singer and guitarist of local band Bush Buds, to embarking on a solo album due for release on November 20th, with the first single set to be released next week. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content
Milking the sun; solar at Kaiwaiwai Dairies - Aidan Bichan
Dom talks with Aiden Bichan from Kaiwaiwai Dairies about installing solar power on the company's dairy farm, the key pros and cons and other cost-saving methods the company has introduced. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
"The family got called in the next morning to kiss me goodbye" - Geoff Lance
Dom talks with Huntly farmer Geoff Lance about surviving sepsis. They discuss why awareness can save lives, especially in rural communities, what signs people need to look out for and his own harrowing journey, including having his right leg amputated. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram,
REX Sep 30 - Geoff Lance and Aidan Bichan
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Huntly farmer Geoff Lance about surviving sepsis. They discuss why awareness can save lives, especially in rural communities, what signs people need to look out for and his own harrowing journey, including having his right leg amputated... And he talks with Aidan Bichan from Kaiwaiwai Dairies about installing solar power on the company's dairy farm, the
Exporting excellence; doubling NZ's primary export value - Terry Copeland
Dom talks with Terry Copeland, MPI Programme Director Export Growth, about the government's primary export goal of doubling the value of NZ's exports by 2034. Specifically, they discuss the honey industry and the formation of Honey and Bees NZ, the state of the NZ wine industry and his ideas about connecting farmers and growers with consumers. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural co
REX Sep 29 - Terry Copeland and Brian Richards
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Terry Copeland, MPI Programme Director Export Growth, about the government's primary export goal of doubling the value of NZ's exports within ten years. Specifically, they discuss the honey industry and the formation of Honey and Bees NZ, the state of the NZ wine industry and his ideas about connecting farmers and growers with consumers... And he talks
The brassica blueprint - Brian Richards
Dom talks with Farmlands agronomist Brian Richards about all things brassicas. They discuss choosing the right cultivar, the benefits of planting brassicas and the key things to be aware of. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.
Feds back Labour's support for contract milkers - Sam Ebbett
Dom talks with Federated Farmers sharefarmer chair Sam Ebbett about why its welcoming Labour’s commitment to review the Sharemilking Agreements Act, what parts of the Act need closer inspection and which other major political parties are prepared to look into the legislation. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visi
REX Sep 28 - Eliana Glover and Sam Ebbett
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Eliana Glover from FSL Foods about the burgeoning frozen fruit market. They discuss the company's brands, Fruzio, Goodness Kitchen and The Berry Fix, her family's legacy in the berry fruit industry going back nearly a hundred years and the trends she's seeing in consumer behaviour... And he talks with Federated Farmers sharefarmer chair Sam Ebbett&
The Berry Dynasty; the past, present & future of FSL Foods - Eliana Glover
Dom talks with Eliana Glover from FSL Foods about the burgeoning frozen fruit market. They discuss the company's brands, Fruzio, Goodness Kitchen and The Berry Fix, her family's legacy in the berry fruit industry going back nearly a hundred years and the trends she's seeing in consumer behaviour. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform
