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CountryWide CONNECT

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CountryWide CONNECT
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  • CountryWide CONNECT

    Sam McIvor - Is enough being done to combat remaining TB herds?

    05/06/2026 | 15 mins.
    This episode features Sam McIvor, CEO, OSPRI discussing the Government's new bovine TB eradication plan and the operational changes OSPRI will make to support the programme.

    WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.

    Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881
    Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    David Reesby - One month until FMG Young Farmer Grand Final

    05/06/2026 | 8 mins.
    This episode features David Reesby, Taranaki Manawatu NZ Young Farmer of the Year Grand Finalist discussing preparations for July's FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final.

    WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.

    Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881
    Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    Mark Leslie - Pāmu reintroduces PKE following decade-long ban

    05/06/2026 | 12 mins.
    This episode features Mark Leslie, CEO, Pāmu discussing the use of palm kernel expeller across Pāmu farms and the role supplementary feed plays within the state-owned farming

    WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.

    Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881
    Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    FULL SHOW - 5th June 2026

    05/06/2026 | 1h 46 mins.
    CountryWide Connect – Show Summary
    Pāmu Chief Executive Mark Leslie will explain the use of palm kernel expeller across Pāmu farms and the role supplementary feed plays within the state-owned farming.
    Minister for Mental Health and Associate Minister of Health Matt Doocey in-studio discussing the state of rural healthcare in New Zealand and plans for the South Island's first Rural Training Hub.
    David Reesby, Taranaki-Manawatu Young Farmer of the Year and New Zealand Grand Finalist, joins us to discuss preparations for July's FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final.
    Prime Minister Christopher Luxon discusses the importance of New Zealand's arable sector, the New Zealand Grown Grains trademark, Budget 2026 and whether he'll take up Andy's invitation to the rugby this weekend.
    Dairy Country Podcast discussing current cow prices and what's driving the market.
    OSPRI Chief Executive Sam McIvor joins us to discuss the Government's new bovine TB eradication plan and the operational changes OSPRI will make to support the programme.
    Sports Panel featuring Graeme "Sportsfreak" Beasley and Brian "Gash" Ashby discussing Super Rugby, whether the Warriors are getting a rough deal from officials and pundits, and the Black Caps' series against England.

    WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.

    Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881
    Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    Christopher Luxon - Promoting NZ grown grains at home and abroad

    05/06/2026 | 7 mins.
    This episode features Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister discussing the importance of New Zealand's arable sector, the New Zealand Grown Grains trademark, Budget 2026 and whether he'll take up Andy's invitation to the rugby this weekend.
    WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home.
    Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/countrywide-connect/id6761033881
    Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZ
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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About CountryWide CONNECT
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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