The Muster on Hokonui
The Muster brings all the latest from the farming world with a focus on the South Otago and Southland communities, talking farming news, politics, sport and weather – all the important issues impacting Southlanders. Listen to The Muster with Andy Muir between 1 and 2pm weekdays on Hokonui Southland or via iHeart Radio.
Episodes
The Muster Full Show: 28/10/26
Andy Muir talks to Eric Roy, Kylie Fisken, Graham Butcher, Jeana Close, Elliot Warender and Mark Calder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster: Balclutha Stock Sale Report
Mark Calder presents the latest stock sale report from Balclutha.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Elliot Warrender: Auctioneering Guru In Waiting
Elliot Warrender has a chat ahead of the NZ Young Auctioneers competition which is happening in Christchurch next week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Jeanna Close: Dairy NZ
Jeanna Close of Dairy NZ looks at upcoming events in the south.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Graham Butcher: Retaining Ewe Body Score
Graham Butcher looks at which is more important: lambing percentage or lamb kill weights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Kylie Fisken: Malloch McClean +MORE
Kylie Fisken looks at positives around farm infrastructure and spending money to improve it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Eric Roy: Confidence in Kiwi Trade
Eric Roy catches up from China where he talks about the positives that Kiwi trade has with the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster Full Show: 27/10/26
Andy Muir talks to Jon Pemberton, Grant McMaster, Kathryn Wright, Max McCallum and Alan McLeary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Alan McLeary: Shearwell NZ
Alan McLeary of Shearwell NZ talks livestock tagging options amongst other things!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Max McCallum: Balfour YFC
Max McCallum looks at upcoming Balfour Young Farmer events, including the debut of the "Schmozzle"!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Katheryn Wright: Southland Rural Support Trust
Kathryn Wright looks at what it means to be a support person during difficult times on the farm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Grant McMaster: Well Done Fish and Game!
Grant McMaster gives credit to Fish and Game around trout allocation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Jon Pemberton: Catching Up On The Work
Jon Pemberton says the recent fine weather has put him back on track with the farm work as he looks to get production up and pumping on his Brydone farm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Best Of The Muster: 24/10/26
Andy Muir talks to Andy Dennis, Riley Kennedy, Harriet Bremner, Don Morrison and Dave Biss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster Full Show: 23/10/26
Andy Muir talks to Nigel Johnston, Chris Wilson, Ben Dooley, Michelle Watt and Nick Bewley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Nick Bewley: Weekend Sport Preview
Nick Bewley of Newstalk ZB looks ahead to the sporting weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Michelle Watt: Country Crossover
With a musical act recently announced for Dunedin Michelle Watt looks at band name mis-pronunciations, and reflects on a busy old week in the farming landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Ben Dooley: Southland Rural Support Trust
Ben Dooley says while it isn't always practical to take a break when the farm is busy, but it is all about finding enjoyment in what you do.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Chris Wilson: Advance Agriculture
Chris Wilson says the recent weather has made for a busy time as farmers work to get crop beds ready.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Nigel Johnston: A Year On From The Wind
Nigel Johnston looks at the big winds of a year ago and what he has learnt since regarding weather events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster Full Show: 22/10/26
Andy Muir talks to Matt McRae, Te Radar, Dave Biss, Paul Kenyon, Nathan Burdon and David Morrison.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster: Charlton Stock Sale Report
David Morrison presents the latest stock sale report from Charlton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Nathan Burdon: A Special Day In Southland Rugby History
Nathan Burdon looks back at a big day in Southland sporting history in 2009!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Paul Kenyon: Beef and Lamb NZ
Paul Kenyon looks at breeding ewes and obtaining peak production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Dave Biss: Western Australian Correspondent
Dave Biss talks rainfall figures, workforce turnover and the Bledisloe Cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Te Radar: We Need To Value Agriculture In Schools
Te Radar says that Agriculture needs to be valued in NZ's schooling system for the good of the industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Matt McRae: Ripping Into The Work
Mattl McRae is enjoying a fine spell of weather and he says the hogget lambing has been going well as a result.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster Full Show: 21/10/26
Andy Muir talks to Rob Scott, Don Morrison, David Frame, Jared Stockman, Snr Sgt Gary Iddenten and Mark Calder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster: Balclutha Stock Sale Report
Mark Calder presents the latest stock sale report from Balclutha.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Snr Sgt Gary Iddenten: Gore Police
Snr Sgt Gary Iddenten of the Gore Police looks at relevant policing issues for the deep south.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Jared Stockman: Dairy NZ
Jared Stockman of Dairy NZ looks at field days which are being held this week in the south.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- David Frame: Craigs IP
David Frame of Craigs IP looks at a positive GDT result this week and gives an overview around how the Kiwi economy is performing at the moment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Don Morrison: We Need A Tax Reset
Don Morrison isn't happy with the way the Kiwi tax system works and he says a reset around it would offer a lot of positives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Rob Scott: Southland Rural Support Trust Events
Southland District Mayor Rob Scott reflects as the one year anniversary of the Southland wind event draws near.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster Full Show: 20/10/26
Andy Muir talks to Grant McMaster, Kass Rauber, Harriet Bremner, Janine Easton, Richard Bell and Sam Riley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster: Lornevile Stock Sale Report
Sam Riley presents the latest stock sale report from Lorneville.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Richard Bell: Nightcaps YFC
Richard Bell has a chat talking Nightcaps YFC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Janine Easton: Bio Active Soils
Janine Easton talks about Bio Active Soils Fertiliser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Harriet Bremner: Agriculture Remains Relevant For Schools
Harriet Bremner says why Agriculture needs to remain a part of the secondary school's cirriculum, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster-Kass Rauber: Federated Farmers
Kass Rauber looksat the issue of rural connectivity and the issues that stem from poor cell coverage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Grant McMaster: Infrastructure Concerns
Disaster wonders what it will take to get infrastructure up to date in NZ, especially regarding water storage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster Full Show: 19/10/26
Andy Muir talks to Andy Dennis, Riley Kennedy, Simon Hopcroft, Tom O'Brien and Logan Savory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Logan Savory: Netball's Predicament
Logan Savory of the Southland Tribune says the lack of details around a proposed domestic netball competition for next year remains a concern.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Tom O'Brien: Garston Happenings
Tom O'Brien says the settled weather has seen the grass start to bolt around Garston as the spring cycle keeps moving through.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Simon Hopcroft: Southland Rural Support Trust
Simon Hopcroft says being prepared on the farm for the unexpected is something that Southland farmers are starting to get more focused on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Riley Kennedy: Business Desk
Riley Kennedy looks at what the proposed US lamb tariffs could mean for NZ red meat producers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Andy Dennis: Enjoying The Manapouri Sun
Andy Dennis says the growth is finally where it needs to be after a testing lambing season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Best Of The Muster: 17/10/26
Andy Muir talks to Blair Drysdale, Greg Erickson, Matt Ward, Julie Edwards and Simon Quilty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster Full Show: 16/10/26
Andy Muir talks to Jamie Mackay, Steve Henderson, Morgan Greene, Robin Greer and Andrew Alderson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Andrew Alderson: Cricket Season Is Close
Andrew Alderson of Newstalk ZB looks at the upcoming weekend of sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Robin Greer: Getting On With Production
Robin Greer says the grass is starting to grow and warmer weather has made things a lot different to a couple of weeks ago.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Morgan Greene: NS Vets
Morgan Greene of NS Vets explains what foggage is in a farming sense!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Steve Henderson: Get Those Wheels Turning
Steve Henderson looks at a change in ground conditions on his Awarua property.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Jamie Mackay: Country Crossover
Jamie Mackay reminisces about his lamb crutching career as a farm at Riversdale goes on the market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster Full Show: 15/10/26
Andy Muir talks to Isla Pringle, Peter Gardyne, Anna Irwin, Mel Young, Jacob Duffy and David Morrison.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster: Charlton Stock Sale Report
David Morrison presents the latest stock sale report from Charlton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Jacob Duffy: Blackcaps Bowler
Jacob Duffy looks ahead to the Blackcaps' summer of cricket.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Mel Young: Agriculture As A School Subject
Mel Young of Southland Girls' High School talks about the role that Agriculture plays in the school cirriculum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Anna IrwIn: Beef and Lamb NZ
Anna Irwin talks about the role of the Southland Rural Support Trust.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Peter Gardyne: Getting The Tractors Out And About
Peter Gardyne is looking forward to the tractors getting out and about as the soil starts to dry out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Isla Pringle: Enjoying Spring Growth
Isla Pringle says the spring weather has improved and grass covers reflect that.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster Full Show: 14/10/26
Andy Muir talks to Simon Quilty, James Edgar, Julie Edwards, Nicola Blair, Nathan Burdon and Mark Calder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster: Balclutha Stock Sale Report
Mark Calder presents the latest stock sale report from Balclutha.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster-Nathan Burdon: NPC Semi Finals Time
Nathan Burdon looks ahead to the NPC semi finals which get underway this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Nicola Blair: Dairy NZ
Nicola Blair looks at upcoming Dairy NZ workshops in the south.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Julie Edwards: Shearwell UK
Julie Edwards of Shearwell UK catches up to look at the UK autumn farming season to date.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- James Edgar: The Difference That A Couple Of Weeks Can Make
James Edgar of Moa Flat looks at a warmer couple of weeks on the farm which has seen a change in mood all around.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Simon Quilty: Red Meat Predictions
Simon Quilty gives his prediction around NZ red meat pricing ahead of the 2026/27 season, and it is looking positive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster Full Show: 13/10/26
Andy Muir talks to Grant McMaster, Matt Ward, Graham Butcher, Hamish and Alex McCallum, Josh Bennett and Andrew Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster: Lorneville Stock Sale Report
Andrew Martin presents the latest stock sale report from Lorneville.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Josh Bennett: Waitane YFC
Josh Bennett of Waitane Young Farmers catches up for this week's YFC chat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Hamish and Alex McCallum: Bio Charge
Hamish and Alex McCallum of Bio Charge talk fertiliser options.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Graham Butcher: Ewe Lactation Peaks
Graham Butcher looks at ewe lactation peaks during a trying growing season in the south.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Matt Ward: The Changing Faces Of Spring
Matt Ward looks at the way that grass growth has occurred with the recent warmer weather.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Grant McMaster: Burn Offs!
Grant McMaster looks at the perils of burn offs in high country regions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster Full Show: 12/10/26
Andy Muir talks to Blair Drysdale, Jeff Grant, Ben Dooley, Greg Erickson and Andrew Welsh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Andrew Welsh: Twin Farm Genetics
Andrew Welsh talks about the season finally playing ball as tailing gets into top gear on his Waimea Valley farm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Greg Erickson: Canadian Harvest Time
Greg Erickson looks at the harvest season in Canada where he is based and the challenges that the weather brings for the sector.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Ben Dooley: Be Wary Of Snig Chains
Ben Dooley shares a message around snig chain safety.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Muster- Jeff Grant: A Tight Election Race
Jeff Grant says why he thinks this will be the year of the minor parties at the election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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