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.
Major water upgrade for Mystery Creek - Richard Lindroos
Dom talks with Richard Lindroos, NZ National Fieldays Society CEO, about the water infrastructure at Mystery Creek being upgraded with the help of a Regional Infrastructure Fund loan of $1.35 million, why it's important for the infrastructure to be upgraded and what other projects have been identified as being crucial for the longevity of the venue.
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SFF back in black - Dan Bolton
Dom talks with Silver Fern Farms Limited CEO Dan Bolton about its 2025 financial result, what factors are behind the $70m turnaround and how it's handling the current geopolitical disruptions.
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Waikato/BOP Young Farmer winner - Cam Clayton
Dom talks with Te Aroha sheep and beef farmer Cam Clayton about winning the Waikato/Bay of Plenty FMG Young Farmer of the Year Regional Final.
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Are we seeing the splintering of productive NZ? - Fenton Hazelwood
Dom talks with Fenton Hazelwood from WestAg about his recent Substack article about the splintering of productive NZ, how the recent plant closure announcements from Heinz Wattie's and McCain Foods are symptomatic of wider problems and the ramifications for NZ food security.
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REX March 31 - Fenton Hazelwood and Cam Clayton
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Fenton Hazelwood from WestAg about his recent Substack article about the splintering of productive NZ, how the recent plant closure announcements from Heinz Wattie's and McCain Foods are symptomatic of wider problems and the ramifications for NZ food security... And he talks with Te Aroha sheep and beef farmer Cam Clayton about winning the Waikato/Bay of Plenty FMG Young Farmer of the Year Regional Final.
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Aimer Farming takes pasture tech to the skies - Shane Nolan
Dom talks with Shane Nolan, the new Chief Revenue Office at Aimer Farming, about its AIMER flagship technology for measuring and forecasting pasture growth, how it's helping dairy farmers and the next phases of the product's development.
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From Open Farms to politics - Daniel Eb
Dom talks with Daniel Eb from Dirt Road Comms about taking a break from his Open Farms business to focus on politics, being named Deputy Leader of the Opportunity Party and where the party stands on agricultural and environmental policies.
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REX March 30 - Daniel Eb and Shane Nolan
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Daniel Eb from Dirt Road Comms about taking a break from his Open Farms business to focus on politics, being named Deputy Leader of the Opportunity Party and where the party stands on agricultural and environmental policies... And he talks with Shane Nolan, the new Chief Revenue Office at Aimer Farming, about its AIMER flagship technology for measuring and forecasting pasture growth, how it's helping dairy farmers and the next phases of the product's development.
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REX Recommends - Rachael Thomas
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Rachael Thomas from Te Puia Springs, north of Gisborne, about her store general store which is renowned for its pies and KFC (Kai for Coasties), her involvement in the local community and why she bought a fire engine.
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REX Recommends - Ben O'Carroll
In case you missed it... Dom talks with North Canterbury's Ben O'Carroll about his sheep scanning business BocScan Ultrasound, shearing with Scargill Valley Shearing, competing in the Coast to Coast with the Dogshow Racing team and his music career.
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Farming in Greenland - Henrik Frederiksen
Dom talks with Henrik Frederiksen, an agricultural consultant in Greenland, about farming in Greenland and how geopolitics is effecting the country.
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The WildVision app & herd management - Oscar Goodman
Dom talks with Oscar Goodman, founder and CEO of the WildVision app, which uses weather data, animal behaviour patterns and information on hunting areas to predict where deer, tahr and chamois are likely to be on a given day, plus his thoughts on herd management in NZ.
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Wild weather in the North - Colin Hannah
Dom talks with Colin Hannah, Federated Farmers Northland President, about the recent heavy rainfall, the damage it's caused and how much more is on the way.
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REX March 27 - Colin Hannah, Oscar Goodman and Henrik Frederiksen
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Colin Hannah, Federated Farmers Northland President, about the recent heavy rainfall, the damage it's caused and how much more is on the way... He talks with Oscar Goodman, founder and CEO of the WildVision app, which uses weather data, animal behaviour patterns and information on hunting areas to predict where deer, tahr and chamois are likely to be on a given day, plus his thoughts on herd management in NZ... And he talks with Henrik Frederiksen, an agricultural consultant in Greenland, about farming in Greenland and how geopolitics is effecting the...
Paua pies, fire engines & community vibes - Rachael Thomas
Dom talks with Rachael Thomas from Te Puia Springs, north of Gisborne, about her store general store which is renowned for its pies and KFC (Kai for Coasties), her involvement in the local community and why she bought a fire engine.
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More $ for NZ wool growers? - John McWhirter
Dom talks with John McWhirter, Wools of NZ CEO, about the launch of the new Direct Discovery Contract trading model, how it works to to link wool growers more directly with international customers and what the benefits are for farmers.
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Rain & wind; who's bearing the brunt? - Phil Duncan
Dom talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the heavy rain and wind hitting parts of the country, which areas are worst effected and how long it's likely to last.
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REX March 26 - Phil Duncan, John McWhirter and Rachael Thomas
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the heavy rain and wind hitting parts of the country, which areas are worst effected and how long it's likely to last... He talks with John McWhirter, Wools of NZ CEO, about the launch of the new Direct Discovery Contract trading model, how it works to to link wool growers more directly with international customers and what the benefits are for farmers... And he talks with Rachael Thomas from Te Puia Springs, north of Gisborne, about her store general store which is renowned for its pies...
The role of industry bodies & food security - Laura Morrison
Dom talks with Laura Morrison from The Gullies in Rangitikei about taking on the role of acting President of Whanganui Federated Farmers, facilitating a discussion at the recent Central Districts Field Days which broached the subject of the role of industry good bodies in the current climate and the issue of food security in NZ.
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Country Calendar & the Romney Stud - Freddy Gane
Dom talks with Freddy Gane from Kaituna Ridges in Marlborough about the experience of being featured on Country Calendar, the performance of his Romney stud and the Kaituna Ridges garment and bag business.
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REX March 25 - Freddy Gane and Laura Morrison
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Freddy Gane from Kaituna Ridges in Marlborough about the experience of being featured on Country Calendar, the performance of his Romney stud and the Kaituna Ridges garment and bag business... And he talks with Laura Morrison from The Gullies in Rangitikei about taking on the role of acting President of Whanganui Federated Farmers, facilitating a discussion at the recent Central Districts Field Days which broached the subject of the role of industry good bodies in the current climate and the issue of food security in NZ.
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Behind the scenes of the Ahuwhenua Trophy - Nukuhia Hadfield
Dom talks with Nukuhia Hadfield, Chair of the Ahuwhenua Trophy Management Committee, about this year's awards for Excellence in MÄori Horticulture, the history of the trophy and key events coming up on the calendar, including the finalists' field days and the awards dinner (June 5).
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Scanning, running & drumming - Ben O'Carroll
Dom talks with North Canterbury's Ben O'Carroll about his sheep scanning business BocScan Ultrasound, shearing with Scargill Valley Shearing, competing in the Coast to Coast with the Dogshow Racing team and his music career.
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REX March 24 - Ben O'Carroll and Nukuhia Hadfield
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with North Canterbury's Ben O'Carroll about his sheep scanning business BocScan Ultrasound, shearing with Scargill Valley Shearing, competing in the Coast to Cost with the Dogshow Racing team and his music career... And he talks with Nukuhia Hadfield, Chair of the Ahuwhenua Trophy Management Committee, about this year's awards for Excellence in MÄori Horticulture, the history of the trophy and key events coming up on the calendar, including the finalists' field days and the awards dinner (June 5).
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Why on-farm sheep comps matter - Simon Paterson
Jo Grigg talks with Simon Paterson from Armidale Merino Stud about judging the Marlborough Merino Two-tooth competition, the Wanaka A&P Show and the importance of on-farm sheep competitions.
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The benefits of Herefords - Robert Peacock
Dom talks with Robert Peacock, President of the NZ Hereford Association, about his stud at Orari Gorge Station in Geraldine, his recent trip to the US for the World Herford Conference in Kansas and what the future holds for the breed.
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REX March 23 - Robert Peacock and Simon Paterson
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Robert Peacock, President of the NZ Hereford Association, about his stud at Orari Gorge Station in Geraldine, his recent trip to the US for the World Herford Conference in Kansas and what the future holds for the breed... And Jo Grigg talks with Simon Paterson from Armidale Merino Stud about judging the Marlborough Merino Two-tooth competition, the Wanaka A&P Show and the importance of on-farm sheep competitions.
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REX Recommends - Matt Scarf
In case you missed it... Dom talks with 2025 Kellogg graduate Matt Scarf about his research topic, which asks what happens to organic farmers and supply chains if NZ loses its GE free status?
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REX Recommends - Andrew Olsen
In case you missed it... Dom talks with Andrew Olsen, CEO of Rural Contractors NZ, about the rising cost of fuel, how contractors and farmers can reach an understanding in the current climate and the complex nature of geopolitics.
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Buses, fuel and Field Days - Andrew Hoggard
Dom talks with Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard about the Ministry for Educationās move to review school bus policy changes, after he wrote to the Minister advocating for rural families affected, CD Field Days and the cost of fuel.
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Charitable trust gets $ for rural mental wellbeing - Craig Wiggins
Dom talks with Craig Wiggins about receiving government funding for the Whatever With Wiggy Charitable Trust, CD Field Days and the recent Rural Games.
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Fuel hike fallout for ag aviators - Simon Moar
Dom talks with Simon Moar, owner of Marlborough Helicopters and Agricultural Aviation Association board member, about the effect of fuel hikes on the agricultural aviation industry, how it's handling the situation and how farmers are responding.
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REX March 20 - Simon Moar, Craig Wiggins and Andrew Hoggard
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Simon Moar, owner of Marlborough Helicopters and Agricultural Aviation Association board member, about the effect of fuel hikes on the agricultural aviation industry, how it's handling the situation and how farmers are responding... He talks with Craig Wiggins about receiving government funding for the Whatever With Wiggy Charitable Trust, CD Field Days and the recent Rural Games... And he talks with Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard about the Ministry for Educationās move to review school bus policy changes, after he wrote to the Minister advocating for rural families affected, CD Fi...
Robotic milking systems innovation - Chris van der Loo
Dom talks with Chris van der Loo, Head of New Product Development at Waikato Milking Systems, about the progress they've made with the ErgoPOD semi-robotic milking system since winning a National Fieldays Innovation Award in 2023, the advancements in robotic milking in recent years and what the future holds in this space.
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What happens of NZ loses GE free status? - Matt Scarf
Dom talks with 2025 Kellogg graduate Matt Scarf about his research topic, which asks what happens to organic farmers and supply chains if NZ loses its GE free status?
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REX March 19 - Matt Scarf and Chris van der Loo
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with 2025 Kellogg graduate Matt Scarf about his research topic, which asks what happens to organic farmers and supply chains if NZ loses its GE free status?... And he talks with Chris van der Loo, Head of New Product Development at Waikato Milking Systems, about the progress they've made with the ErgoPOD semi-robotic milking system since winning a National Fieldays Innovation Award in 2023, the advancements in robotic milking in recent years and what the future holds in this space.
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REX March 18 - Stu Davison, Andrew Olsen and Kristy McGregor
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+0.1%), the rising cost of commodities due to the war in Iran and the effect it's having across the globe... He talks with Andrew Olsen, CEO of Rural Contractors NZ, about the rising cost of fuel, how contractors and farmers can reach an understanding in the current climate and the complex nature of geopolitics... And he talks with Kristy McGregor, founder of the Shepherdess magazine about the continuing success of the publication, the recent Shepherdess Muster event and the expansion...
GDT, conflict & rising prices - Stu Davison
Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+0.1%), the rising cost of commodities due to the war in Iran and the effect it's having across the globe.
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The Shepherdess evolution - Kristy McGregor
Dom talks with Kristy McGregor, founder of the Shepherdess magazine about the continuing success of the publication, the recent Shepherdess Muster event and the expansion of the brand into events, TV series and podcasts.
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The plight of rural contractors - Andrew Olsen
Dom talks with Andrew Olsen, CEO of Rural Contractors NZ, about the rising cost of fuel, how contractors and farmers can reach an understanding in the current climate and the complex nature of geopolitics.
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