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Senior Farmers Weekly journalist Richard Rennie is subbing in for Bryan this week. He talks to Harriet Mellish, general manager for Australia's AgriFutures GrowAG initiative based in Wagga Wagga. Harriet outlines the opportunities GrowAg provid
Senior Farmers Weekly journalist Richard Rennie is subbing in for Bryan this week. He caught up with Harriet Mellish, the GM for Australia's AgriFutures GrowAG initiative. It provides a platform for researchers, startups and innovators here to
Senior Farmers Weekly journalist Richard Rennie is subbing in for Bryan this week. He speaks to fellow senior journalist Neal Wallace, who takes  a look at the dire shortage of livestock available for processing this winter, what it means for p
Senior Farmers Weekly journalist Richard Rennie is subbing in for Bryan this week.He speaks to Federated Farmers Southland provincial president Jason Herrick has raised concerns farmers and stock truck drivers have about rules around driving ho
Bryan reports from National Fieldays where there has been a flurry of government announcements including Minister for Regulation David Seymour telling farmers he’s going to cut the red tape that’s holding them back from doing what they do best.
Bryan reports from National Fieldays where there has been a flurry of government announcements including Minister for Regulation David Seymour telling farmers he’s going to cut the red tape that’s holding them back from doing what they do best.
Food and fibre export revenue is tipped to reach $54.6 billion this year and hit a record $66.6bn in 2028, according to the latest Situation and Outlook for Primary Industries report.Bryan chats with MPI director-general Ray Smith about how agr
Senior reporter Richard Rennie is also on the ground at Mystery Creek and he chats to Bryan about some of the highlights from the first two days, including the launch of the Science for Farmers hub and the visiting Brazilian delegation.
The Government announced an inquiry into rural banking, something Federated Farmers has been calling for, and dairy chair Richard McIntyre says the aim now is to make sure terms of reference are set in a way that addresses the issues that reall
The Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment has released a new report urging New Zealand to address the issue of land-use change so it’s done equitably and in a way that supports rural communities and the environment. Bryan speaks with t
The Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment has released a new report urging New Zealand to address the issue of land-use change so it’s done equitably and in a way that supports rural communities and the environment.Bryan speaks with th
Senior reporter Richard Rennie goes through a new report from the United Nations on methane inhibitors, which warns some of the innovations being developed may not be entirely safe. He says more research is needed to ensure they’re fine for bot
North Canterbury is very dry and Federated Farmers regional president Karl Dean tells Bryan farmers there are having to make tough decisions as winter begins. Ewes are being culled and for many, buying supplementary feed is just too expensive.
The Burke brothers – John and Rick – were named Cawthron Freshwater Champions at an awards ceremony in Wellington last week. The twins have spent almost 30 years turning their Kati Kati farm into an environmental exemplar. Rick told Bryan about
The Burke brothers – John and Rick – were named Cawthron Freshwater Champions at an awards ceremony in Wellington last week.The twins have spent almost 30 years turning their Kati Kati farm into an environmental exemplar. Rick told Bryan about
Senior reporters Richard Rennie and Neal Wallace join Bryan to talk about Fonterra’s latest milk price forecasts, the frustration at the slow progress of methane inhibitors through the regulatory system and the state of sheep and beef farmer fi
Federated Farmers Southland president Jason Herrick gives an update on how changes to immigration laws impact farmers.After initial reservations, he says the amendments to the Accredited Employer Work Visa are good for farmers, but only if the
It’s been almost a year since Westpac introduced its Sustainable Farm Loan to the market, which gives farmers a discount on their interest rate in return for meeting certain standards. Head of agribusiness Tim Henshaw joins Bryan to discuss the
It’s been almost a year since Westpac introduced its Sustainable Farm Loan to the market, which gives farmers a discount on their interest rate in return for meeting certain standards.Head of Agribusiness Tim Henshaw joins Bryan to discuss the
Senior reporter Richard Rennie gives an update on that Zespri SunGold shipment found with mice in the hold and also unpacks the recent report from the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment that looks at land-use change and the emission
Federated Farmers dairy chair Richard McIntyre says the emotional toll of increased pressure on farmers from their banks is worrying and he’s urging parliamentarians to launch an inquiry into the rural banking sector. 
Rob Hewett has been a fixture in the boardrooms of farming companies and co-ops for almost two decades. After speaking at the recent Institute of Directors leadership conference, he talks with Bryan about the importance of good governance, how
Rob Hewett has been a fixture in the boardrooms of farming companies and co-ops for almost two decades.After speaking at the recent Institute of Directors leadership conference, he talks with Bryan about the importance of good governance, how a
Senior reporter Richard Rennie gives an update on the leading news stories including a new report on regenerative farming, the continued lull in port activity and more job cuts in the science sector.
Federated Farmers meat and wool chair Toby Williams admits to having a few nerves about packing down in the front row alongside Federated Farmers president Wayne Langford and national dairy chair Richard McIntyre, when a farming team takes on a
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