The Country

The Country Full Show: Friday, June 12, 2026

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 02:07:33 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Sir David Fagan, Mike Green, Emma Poole, Adam Thompson, Kevin "Smiley" Barrett, Riley Kennedy, Tom Young, Winston Peters, Campbell Parker, Tania Houghton, and Hunter Darry.

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The Country 12/06/26: Sir David Fagan and Mike Green talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 02:04:30 +0000

A shearing legend pops into The Country’s site for a yarn about the Rural Industry Leaders event earlier in the week, and electric quad bikes. Plus, the man behind the Rural Industry Leaders dinner, debate and auction estimates the event raised $430,000 for the Rural Support Trust.

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The Country 12/06/26: Emma Poole and Adam Thompson talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 02:03:57 +0000

Today’s Fieldays farmer panel is the 2023 Young Farmer of the Year and the founder of Restore Native.

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The Country 12/06/26: Kevin "Smiley" Barrett talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 02:03:19 +0000

We talk a bit of footy with the father of three All Blacks.

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The Country 12/06/26: Riley Kennedy talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 02:02:42 +0000

Time to catch up with BusinessDesk senior journalist and Jamie Mackay's Fieldays housemate.

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The Country 12/06/26: Tom Young talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:59:00 +0000

The national livestock manager for Affco on the red meat bonanza and the best lunch at Fieldays.

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The Country 12/06/26: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:58:26 +0000

NZ First leader on shaking things up with Shane Jones at Fieldays. Plus, he talks about the state of farming, a recent positive poll, and superannuation.

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The Country 12/06/26: Campbell Parker talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:57:13 +0000

DairyNZ's chief executive is at Fieldays. He talks about farmer advocacy, cost pressures on the sector, and where DairyNZ's farmer levy is spent.

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The Country 12/06/26: Tanya Houghton talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:52:35 +0000

Farmlands’ chief executive and our host for Fieldays wraps the week. She discusses Farmlands’ partnership with the Rural Support Trust and digital wellbeing platform Ignite to deliver a free online mental health and wellbeing service for farmers and growers.

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The Country 12/06/26: Hunter Darry talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:48:54 +0000

Time for a chat with another footy dad; the national sales manager at Donaghys Ltd, whose son Sam is an All Black lock.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, June 11, 2026

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:53:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Hipkins, Ray Smith, Shane Jones, Rowland Smith, Ingrid Smith, Mike Casey, Kate Acland and Kate Scott.

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The Country 11/06/26: Chris Hipkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:40:59 +0000

Labour’s leader discusses the latest Situation and Outlook for Primary Industries report (SOPI) and the current Government’s comments on carbon credits. He also defended his party’s public transport policy, which Mackay described as “underwhelming”.

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The Country 11/06/26: Ray Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:40:30 +0000

We catch up with the Director General of MPI, who proudly presented the Situation and Outlook for Primary Industries report this morning at Fieldays.

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The Country 11/06/26: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:39:57 +0000

The Prince of the Provinces holds court at Fieldays. He was on the receiving end of the best burn last night at the Rural Support Trust debate.

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The Country 11/06/26: Rowland and Ingrid Smith talk to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:39:00 +0000

We catch up with New Zealand’s power farming couple - the world champion shearer and "The Made Up Farmer”.

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The Country 11/06/26: Mike Casey talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:37:51 +0000

The chief executive of Rewiring Aotearoa is all fired up about solar and battery-powered farming.

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The Country 11/06/26: Kate Acland and Kate Scott talk to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:36:07 +0000

The chairwoman of Beef + Lamb NZ on the great red meat numbers from the SOPI report - meat and wool up 14% to $14.1 billion. Plus, the chief executive of Horticulture NZ on how the sector has grown 7.5% to $9 billion, leaving forestry in its wake.

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Dairy Insights with Fonterra: Chris Kane

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:20:23 +0000

Michelle Watt talks to Chris Kane, Fonterra’s Director of New Zealand Manufacturing, about the winners at this year's Best Site Cup.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:12:14 +0000

Fieldays day one: Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Todd McClay, Todd Charteris, Lawrence Meredith, Tim Ewing-Jarvie, Sam Whitelock, Mark de Lautour, and Dominic Jones.

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The Country 10/06/26: Christopher Luxon and Todd McClay talk to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:05:52 +0000

The Country catches up with the Prime Minister by phone and the Minister of Agriculture in person at Fieldays. McClay talks about the “Minister of Agriculture Future Leaders Scholarship”, backing three emerging primary sector leaders.

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The Country 10/06/26: Todd Charteris talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:01:57 +0000

Rabobank chief executive previews Thursday’s Fieldays breakfast, featuring Agriculture, Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay and Rabo senior market strategist Ben Picton.

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The Country 10/06/26: Lawrence Meredith talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:55:27 +0000

The EU Ambassador to New Zealand on the value of two-way trade.

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The Country 10/06/26: Tim Ewing-Jarvie talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:53:45 +0000

The managing director of Horizon Lab discusses global risk and future scenarios in relation to the Middle East conflict.

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The Country 10/06/26: Sam Whitelock talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:49:20 +0000

Farmstrong's Ambassador has been chewing the fat with farmers at Fieldays. The former All Black captain talks about his move from sheep and beef back to the family dairy farm and, of course, a bit of rugby.

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The Country 10/06/26: Mark de Lautour talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:46:26 +0000

We ask Open Country Dairy's chief executive about the 25/26 season payout and what's up for the next season. Plus, where’s Mackay’s free cheese?

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The Country 10/06/26: Dominic Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:43:21 +0000

We talk about kiwifruit with the managing director of Origin Capital Partners.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:17:47 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Dan Coup, Jack Jensen, Hunter McGregor, Shane McManaway, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 09/06/26: Dan Coup talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:15:57 +0000

The QEII Trust chief executive welcomes the doubling of funding for the more than 5400 QEII covenants that now protect almost 190,000 hectares of privately owned land across New Zealand, with the vast majority located on farms.

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The Country 09/06/26: Jack Jensen talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:15:31 +0000

A part-time Hawke’s Bay sheep and beef farmer, an extreme sports exponent, social media influencer, and rural mental health champion who will be working with Farmstrong at Fieldays.

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The Country 09/06/26: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:15:13 +0000

Our Shanghai-based correspondent talks about barbecue season, beef quotas into China and the world’s biggest spokeless Ferris Wheel.

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The Country 09/06/26: Shane McManaway talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:14:46 +0000

A high-profile Wairarapa farmer, health advocate, and celebrated philanthropist, reflects on 47 years of attending Fieldays.

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The Country 09/06/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:14:26 +0000

Today we find our Australian correspondent in Napier, as we discuss record beef and mutton prices, nervous cropping farmers and a locust plague in Victoria.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, June 8, 2026

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:21:20 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Wayne Langford, David Seymour, Farmer Tom Martin, Blair McLean, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 08/06/26: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:17:47 +0000

Federated Farmers has launched a five-point plan for the next government, setting out what it says should be a major focus for political parties heading into the November election. President Wayne Langford says the organisation’s election platform, Backing Kiwi Farmers, is a practical blueprint for whichever parties form the next government.

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The Country 08/06/26: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:16:25 +0000

The Act Party leader and Deputy PM talks about Fieldays and why he’s leaving a lot of the heavy lifting there to his Ag Spokesperson, Andrew Hoggard. We also pay tribute to the departing Mark Cameron and cast a critical eye over the Labour Party list rankings.

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The Country 08/06/26: Farmer Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:14:18 +0000

Our UK correspondent says the drought is over, thanks to a Lords Cricket test and Wimbledon on the horizon. We also look at diversification from unprofitable arable farming and whether Andy Burnham will be the next British PM.

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The Country 08/06/26: Blair McLean talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:11:54 +0000

Our viticulture correspondent looks at an industry facing a wine glut and some headwinds as younger consumers look for products with less alcohol and fewer calories.

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The Country 08/06/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:09:59 +0000

Monday’s weatherman has a Fieldays forecast. And it’s all good. But could fog be an issue at the airport?

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Rabobank Best of The Country: June 6, 2026

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Sir David Ellis, Geoff Maber, Rachel Law, Shane Jones, and Jen Corkran.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, June 5, 2026

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:33:30 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Nathan Guy, Stu Duncan, Stu Loe, Chris Brandolino and Barry Soper.

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The Country 05/06/26: Nathan Guy talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:29:50 +0000

The former Minister for Primary Industries and current NZ Special Ag Trade Envoy, just back in the country, talks about Trump’s latest tariff debacle. Plus we look at the perilous state of the honey industry.

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The Country 05/06/26: Stu Duncan and Stu Loe talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:29:22 +0000

Today’s panel talks farming and footy.

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The Country 05/06/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:28:28 +0000

We are a nation of haves and have-nots when it comes to rain. And temperatures are set to drop this weekend.  So says Earth Sciences NZ’s "Friday Weatherman".

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The Country 05/06/26: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:27:45 +0000

We reflect on the NZ Radio Awards and ask, why did we send four no-name politicians to Taiwan?

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, June 4, 2026

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:38:07 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Jen Corkran, Andrew Gibson, Chris Russell, and Simon Butler.

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The Country 04/06/26: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:34:52 +0000

We find the self-anointed Prince of the Provinces at Marsden Point, where he’s claiming glory for saving the nation in election year! We also discuss his role in the Rural Industry Leaders Debate at Fieldays, and the six animal welfare complaints lodged with MPI after he “cradled a crayfish in its final hours” in Parliament.

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The Country 04/06/26: Jen Corkran talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:33:17 +0000

Rabobank’s senior animal protein analyst previews the bank’s June Agribusiness Monthly Report, which has good news on the income side of the ledger for dairy, sheep and beef, but not such good news when it comes to the cost of farm inputs, oil and freight and interest rates.

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The Country 04/06/26: Andrew Gibson talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:31:55 +0000

PGG Wrightson’s Taranaki Livestock Manager updates the dairy cow and beef bull sales.

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The Country 04/06/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:30:12 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks Pauline Hanson, the "Unlucky" Country, and how to get rid of rabbits.

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The Country 04/06/26: Simon Butler talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:29:20 +0000

We talk cow nutrition and supplements v grass with an expert in the field.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:16:48 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Matt Bolger, Mia Ryan, and Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.

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The Country 03/06/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:10:49 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders his Fieldays plans, the latest Roy Morgan poll, and whether we are freeloading on defence spending. Plus, should we remain nuclear-free, and why should we even contemplate bailing out Moana Pasifika?

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The Country 03/06/26: Matt Bolger talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:09:40 +0000

From the PM to a former PM's son, we ask Fonterra's MD for Co-op Affairs about the first GDT Auction of the new dairy season and whether he's read Barry Soper's book about his late father, Jim.

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The Country 03/06/26: Mia Ryan talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:09:00 +0000

A rural dating app is launching in New Zealand this week, making it a little easier for people in rural and regional communities to meet someone new. Howdy, created by 24-year-old NSW-based farmer and university student Mia Ryan, has already grown to more than 30,000 users since launching in Australia in March 2024. The platform is now opening to New Zealanders for the first time, in association with NZ Young Farmers.

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The Country 03/06/26: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 01:06:55 +0000

It’s seven sleeps until Fieldays, and we ask a leading primary sector academic about her role in the big Rural Industry Leaders Debate, which is raising money for the Rural Support Trust. We also discuss her latest column, which poses the question: Is diversification always better for NZ farming?

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:39:05 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Sir David Ellis, Geoff Maber, Rachel Law, Professor Keith Woodford, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 02/06/26: Sir David Ellis talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:35:00 +0000

Arise, Sir David, Principal of the Te Akau Stud, for services to the thoroughbred industry and philanthropy.

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The Country 02/06/26: Geoff Maber talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:33:16 +0000

The man behind the Power Farming Group has been made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM) for services to agribusiness.

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The Country 02/06/26: Rachel Law talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:31:36 +0000

We take a break from the King’s Birthday Honours List to yarn to just the third woman in the 116-year history of the NZ Dog Trial Champs to lift a national title - in her case, the Straight Hunt with her huntaway Nala.

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The Country 02/06/26: Professor Keith Woodford talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:29:42 +0000

A man whose name is synonymous with agribusiness, academia and Lincoln University has been appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM).

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The Country 02/06/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:27:26 +0000

Monday’s resident weatherman on a Tuesday. It was a tough long weekend for some with flooding and slips.

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DairyNZ Update: Steve Veix, Farm Systems Team Manager

Sun, 31 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

On this episode of DairyNZ Update, Michelle Watt talks to Steve Veix, Farm Systems Team Manager at DairyNZ, about the ways farmers can prepare and plan ahead for the El Niño weather forecast, and what this weather pattern could mean for farming in different regions.

Find out more about El Niño, and how you can plan ahead on the DairyNZ website www.dairynz.co.nz

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Rabobank Best of The Country: May 30, 2026

Fri, 29 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Emma Higgins, Christopher Luxon, David Buick, Richard Allen, and Jane Smith.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, May 29, 2026

Fri, 29 May 2026 01:39:20 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Jeremy Rookes, Steve Wyn-Harris, Rachel Shearer, Rocky Hawkins, Allan Paterson, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 29/05/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 29 May 2026 01:36:36 +0000

We ask "Friday’s Favourite Weatherman" whether the run of settled weather will come to an end over the long weekend. Heavy rain and strong winds may reach warning criteria from Sunday onwards. The unsettled weather will bring a warm start to meteorological winter.

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The Country 29/05/26: Jeremy Rookes and Steve Wyn-Harris talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 29 May 2026 01:35:54 +0000

Today’s farmer panel ponders the dry of Canterbury and Hawke’s Bay, sheep farming hitting new highs, and whether the Government should be funding Moana Pacifica.

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The Country 29/05/26: Rachel Shearer talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 29 May 2026 01:32:31 +0000

The GM of PGG Wrightson Wool says sheep farming is “Back, Baby Back” and so is strong wool!

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The Country 29/05/26: Rocky Hawkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 29 May 2026 01:31:53 +0000

We update the final day of the New Zealand Dog Trial Championships in Hawke’s Bay.

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The Country 29/05/26: Allan Paterson talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 29 May 2026 01:30:12 +0000

It’s Isuzu’s "Mid Winter Muster" (June 5-7), and it’s your chance to sneak in a great deal on a D-MAX or MU-X before Fieldays.

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The Country 29/05/26: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 29 May 2026 01:28:25 +0000

Bazza on the Budget and books.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, May 28, 2026

Thu, 28 May 2026 01:27:47 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Richard Allen, Jane Smith, Grant McBeath, Liz Muller, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 28/05/26: Richard Allen talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 28 May 2026 01:22:59 +0000

Fonterra’s new chief executive kicks off his tenure with some very solid Q3 business results, headlined by an opening 26/27 season milk forecast price of $9-75 (midpoint).

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The Country 28/05/26: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 28 May 2026 01:21:54 +0000

North Otago farmer and award-winning environmentalist. Today she talks about Angus bulls, a 22% rates rise, and climate change.

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The Country 28/05/26: Grant McBeath talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 28 May 2026 01:21:26 +0000

The chief executive of niche grower Rockit Apples says the business is halfway through a three-year turnaround strategy, after grower concerns last year about low returns, oversupply and the high cost of production.

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The Country 28/05/26: Liz Muller talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 28 May 2026 01:20:14 +0000

The chief executive of Herd-i explains why the AI dairy-cow herd-monitoring business does a much better job than the human eye at body condition scoring and lameness detection.

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The Country 28/05/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 28 May 2026 01:19:14 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks State of Origin, the Ag Rich List, and some good rains in NSW ahead of the Super El Nino.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Wed, 27 May 2026 01:19:05 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, David Buick, Hunter McGregor, and Riley Kennedy.

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The Country 27/05/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 27 May 2026 01:17:14 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders today’s OCR announcement, tomorrow’s Budget, Labour’s own goal over horses and ducks, and the NZ First threat in Hawke’s Bay.

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The Country 27/05/26: David Buick talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 27 May 2026 01:16:54 +0000

We tell you the inspirational story of one of New Zealand’s leading shearers, who was almost buried alive in 2021. We learn how he fought back to win the NZ Shears title in 2024 and the Tararua Sheep and Beef Business of the Year in 2026.

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The Country 27/05/26: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 27 May 2026 01:16:16 +0000

Our Shanghai-based correspondent talks about early summer heat, Bakery China, Todd McClay and expanding New Zealand white wine exports to China.

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The Country 27/05/26: Riley Kennedy talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 27 May 2026 01:14:16 +0000

We catch up with the senior journalist at BusinessDesk, as we say goodbye to the 2025/2026 dairy season, which he says was anything but dull. And tomorrow we find out Fontarra’s opening forecast milk price for the 26/27 season.

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Dairy Insights with Fonterra: Andrew Johns

Tue, 26 May 2026 20:39:26 +0000

Michelle Watt talks to Andrew Johns, Fonterra General Manager of Operations for the lower South Island, about how the new UHT plant is tracking in Edendale, and New Zealand Dairy being in high demand around the world.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Tue, 26 May 2026 01:28:07 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Stuart Nash, Stephen Guerin, Smiley Barrett, and Todd Clark.

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The Country 26/05/26: Stuart Nash talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 26 May 2026 01:26:31 +0000

We ask NZ First’s candidate for the Napier seat why he’s changed camps.

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The Country 26/05/26: Stephen Guerin talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 26 May 2026 01:25:52 +0000

PGG Wrightson’s chief executive celebrates his company’s 175 years in the business of servicing rural New Zealand and agriculture.

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The Country 26/05/26: Smiley Barrett talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 26 May 2026 01:25:01 +0000

We talk to a legendary Taranaki cow cocky about a knighthood for Ian Kirkpatrick and an Oscar for himself!

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The Country 26/05/26: Todd Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 26 May 2026 01:24:35 +0000

We catch up with our US farming correspondent on Memorial Day, as he works late into the evening on his Lexington farm.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, May 25, 2026

Mon, 25 May 2026 01:24:06 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Richard Dawkins, Emma Higgins, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Phil Ropiha, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 25/05/26: Richard Dawkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 25 May 2026 01:20:28 +0000

After years of pushing for more funding to tackle wilding pines, Federated Farmers’ pest spokesperson says today’s Government announcement is a breakthrough. The Government has committed an extra $79 million to wilding pine control over the next three years, taking the total commitment to $109 million, targeting some of the country’s worst-affected areas.

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The Country 25/05/26: Emma Higgins talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 25 May 2026 01:18:36 +0000

After a strong close to the 2025/26 dairy season – marked by rises in the GDT price index in eight of the last ten auctions – Rabobank’s Senior Ag Analyst is forecasting a robust opening milk price of $9.50 to $10.00 per kg/MS for the 2026/27 season. Plus, we look at the excellent prospects for red meat.

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The Country 25/05/26: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 25 May 2026 01:15:50 +0000

Today’s farmer/politician panel ponders how to deal with two million hectares of wilding pines, ties, Stu Nash’s ties with NZ First, and what the Labour Party is up to.

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The Country 25/05/26: Phil Ropiha talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 25 May 2026 01:13:26 +0000

It’s Stihl Chainsaw Safety Awareness Week, and we have another GTA30 battery chainsaw pruner to give away.

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The Country 25/05/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 25 May 2026 01:10:34 +0000

We ask Monday’s resident weatherman if it’s too early for a Fieldays forecast, and we line up another broadly settled week ahead.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: May 23, 2026

Fri, 22 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Simon Quilty, Jason Te Brake, Te-han Chow, and Shane Jones.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, May 22, 2026

Fri, 22 May 2026 01:42:47 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Simon Quilty, Chris Hipkins, Chris Brandolino, Stu Loe and Stu Duncan.

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The Country 22/05/26: Simon Quilty talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 22 May 2026 01:38:41 +0000

The man behind Australian-based company Global AgriTrends was a keynote speaker at this week’s Beef + Lamb NZ “Out the Gate” conference in Christchurch. His take-home message was that there’s not enough red meat in the world, and the prospects for beef and lamb are very good for the foreseeable future.

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The Country 22/05/26: Chris Hipkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 22 May 2026 01:36:37 +0000

We ask Labour’s leader for some policy as we’re now less than six months away from the Nov 7 General Election. Plus, does he support Winston over National Super and buying the BNZ?

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The Country 22/05/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 22 May 2026 01:34:33 +0000

It’s Friday’s favourite weatherman as we wait with bated breath for the Super El Niño. But in the meantime, what can we expect as the country gets drier?

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The Country 22/05/26: Stu Loe and Stu Duncan talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 22 May 2026 01:32:18 +0000

Today’s farmer panel talks bull and footy!

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DairyNZ Update: Tania Burrows, Tutor Dairy Training LTD

Thu, 21 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

In this DairyNZ Update, Michelle Watt talks to Tania Burrows, a Tutor for Dairy Training Ltd, and the NexGen Dairy Farmer Programme. They discuss the career opportunities available in the Dairy Industry, how the programmes on offer are helping youth find a pathway to a career in Dairy Farming. Hear firsthand how these initiatives are shaping the next generation of farmers and supporting the future of the industry.

Find more information on Dairy Training Ltd Programmes and Courses at www.dairytraining.co.nz

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, May 21, 2026

Thu, 21 May 2026 01:18:39 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Jason Te Brake, Te-han Chow, Hamish Best, Caroline Flood, Peter Newbold, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 21/05/26: Jason Te Brake talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 21 May 2026 01:16:50 +0000

The chief executive of Zespri discusses a record result and record returns for kiwifruit growers.

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The Country 21/05/26: Teh-han Chow talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 21 May 2026 01:16:25 +0000

Fonterra’s chief executive for Greater China is at Bakery China, the world’s largest professional bakery and trade exhibition in Shanghai.

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The Country 21/05/26: Hamish Best and Caroline Flood talk to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 21 May 2026 01:15:50 +0000

Wellington-based winners of the PGG Wrightson Market Leader Award at last night’s Beef + Lamb New Zealand Awards.

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The Country 21/05/26: Peter Newbold talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 21 May 2026 01:15:17 +0000

We discuss a buoyant rural market with the General Manager, Livestock & Real Estate for PGG Wrightson.

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The Country 21/05/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 21 May 2026 01:14:11 +0000

Our Australian correspondent discusses the prospects of making nitrogenous fertiliser without using fossil fuels. Plus, we discuss “the worst Budget in living memory”.

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DairyNZ Update: Katrina Macintosh , Senior Scientist

Wed, 20 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Michelle Watt sits down with DairyNZ Senior Scientist Katrina Macintosh, to explore what decades of on-farm research reveal about the link between best practice farming and freshwater results. Drawing on real data from farms across New Zealand, they unpack how science is shaping sustainable outcomes for both farmers and the environment.

Find out more about DairyNZ's extensive Science at www.dairynz.co.nz

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Wed, 20 May 2026 01:19:45 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Andrew Murray, Vitor Cacula Pistoia, and Rowena Duncum.

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The Country 20/05/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 20 May 2026 01:17:27 +0000

We ask the PM what’s in the Budget for farmers? With cuts to the Public Service, is Wellington doomed as a city? Is Winston barking mad or just barking up the wrong tree in wanting to buy the BNZ? And at Fieldays, will he be attending the Rural Industry Leaders Event (dinner and debate) to raise funds for the Rural Support Trust?

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The Country 20/05/26: Andrew Murray talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 20 May 2026 01:16:18 +0000

Fonterra’s CFO comments on last night’s final GDT Auction for the 25/26 season. The headline move (up 0.6%) was largely in line with expectations, with a few unders and overs. Butter came out better than thought, and SMP a little worse (WMP 1.2%, SMP 0.2%, Butter 2.5%, and Cheese -1.3%).

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The Country 20/05/26: Vitor Cacula Pistoia talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 20 May 2026 01:15:00 +0000

RaboResearch senior analyst covers the latest developments in global fertiliser markets, where farmers are paying the price, big time, for the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.

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The Country 20/05/26: Rowena Duncum talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 20 May 2026 01:14:15 +0000

We catch up with The Country’s former producer at the “Out the Gate” Beef + Lamb NZ conference in Christchurch.

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Ballance Agri-Nutrients Make it Count: Kelvin Wickham, Ballance's Roadmap to Support a Productive Farming Future

Tue, 19 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

On this episode of The Country Podcast brought to you by Ballance Agri-Nutrients, Hamish McKay sits down with Ballance CEO Kelvin Wickham to unpack global fertiliser volatility, supply chain pressures, and what it all means for Kiwi farmers. After hearing directly from farmers across the country, Ballance is shaping a plan for the future - focused on productivity, supply security, and long-term success.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:24:34 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Cameron Bagrie, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 19/05/26: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:21:24 +0000

The Prince of the Provinces, the Mighty Matua, reflects on his debate yesterday in Queenstown, where he was outnumbered on electrification vs fossil fuels. We also discuss the fuel crisis, Lake Onslow, the public service, regional councils, and whether he and Winston are barking up the wrong tree and are barking mad in wanting to buy the BNZ.

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The Country 19/05/26: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:18:55 +0000

Independent economist comments on a 4.1% rise in global food prices over the past two months, what it means for NZ farmers, and why rising global bond yields are keeping the NZ dollar in the US 58–59c range. Plus, the May 27 OCR decision, fuel and fertiliser pressures, the BNZ buy-up, what’s in the Budget for farmers — and why, in the end, it could be worse: we could be in Australia.

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The Country 19/05/26: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:11:26 +0000

One of our leading primary sector academics previews the big Rural Support Trust fundraising debate and dinner at Fieldays. Plus, we ask what T-20 is, and she debates the link between nitrates in drinking water and stomach cancer.

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The Country 19/05/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:09:08 +0000

Monday’s resident weatherman, on a Tuesday, comments on the impending Super El Niño and how worried we should be about its imminent arrival this spring.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, May 18, 2026

Mon, 18 May 2026 01:49:38 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Tom Young, Dom Jones, and P J Montgomery.

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The Country 18/05/26: Dom Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 18 May 2026 01:43:48 +0000

The Managing Director of Origin Capital Partners updates a very good Kiwifruit harvest season and offers investors the chance to get a slice of the action in this dynamic primary industry.

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The Country 18/05/26: P J Montgomery talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 18 May 2026 01:43:16 +0000

An iconic New Zealander phoned up this morning to see how the Century Farm and Station Awards went at Lawrence on Saturday night, as 36 farms were recognised for family ownership of more than 100 years, one for 187 years.

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The Country 18/05/26: Tom Young talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 18 May 2026 01:43:09 +0000

Affco's National Livestock Manager breaks through the $12/kg barrier for lamb price and updates a very positive season for red meat. Plus he laments some tough times for some primary sector industries in Hawkes Bay.

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The Country 18/05/26: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 18 May 2026 01:43:00 +0000

The Deputy PM is not impressed by his predecessor Winston's plan to buy the BNZ, plus he applauds Education Minister Erica Stanford cracking the whip on NCEA.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: May 16, 2026

Fri, 15 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Scott and Stacey Mackereth, Emma Higgins, Dr John Roche, Winston Peters, and Jane Smith.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, May 15, 2026

Fri, 15 May 2026 01:23:04 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Dr John Roche, Chris Brandolino, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Michael Fox, and Campbell Parker.

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The Country 15/05/26: Dr John Roche talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 15 May 2026 01:21:24 +0000

The chief science adviser to the Prime Minister and MPI looks back on his upbringing on a small Irish dairy farm and forward to Fieldays, where agriculture, science and AI will be to the fore at the MPI site.

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The Country 15/05/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 15 May 2026 01:20:49 +0000

Friday’s weatherman has a warning of a Super El Niño on the way for spring.

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The Country 15/05/26: Emma Poole and Tim Dangen talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 15 May 2026 01:20:15 +0000

Today’s Young Farmer Grand Final-winning panel ponders the excellent prospects for dairy.

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The Country 15/05/26: Michael Fox talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 15 May 2026 01:19:40 +0000

Zespri’s Head of Global Public Affairs is hosting the EU Ambassador in the Bay of Plenty, as we mark two years since the NZ-EU FTA came into force on May 1, 2024.

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The Country 15/05/26: Campbell Parker talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 15 May 2026 01:18:54 +0000

The Chief Executive of DairyNZ wraps up Dairy Week on The Country as we look at the changing landscape for the industry and why the rising cost of the five Fs is of concern.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, May 14, 2026

Thu, 14 May 2026 01:20:51 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Winston Peters, Wayne Langford, Jane Smith, Callum McDonald, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 14/05/26: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 14 May 2026 01:18:26 +0000

The NZ First leader and former Deputy PM is his normal combative self when it comes to NZF propaganda, TPM, and the age of eligibility for National Super. However, he has praise for Judith Collins and a convenient memory lapse when it comes to 2017.

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The Country 14/05/26: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 14 May 2026 01:18:00 +0000

The President of Federated Farmers is back on the tools today in Greymouth, after his Italian “that’s amore” sojourn with Mrs YOLO. It’s AGM season for the Feds, with several women stepping up to the presidential plate in the provinces. Plus, we preview the PINZ Conference and Awards.

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The Country 14/05/26: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 14 May 2026 01:17:25 +0000

North Otago farmer and award-winning environmentalist opines on South American farmers being incredulous about our carbon farming disaster, exporting her Perendale sheep to Japan, and a proposed 45% rate rise in the Waitaki district!

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The Country 14/05/26: Callum McDonald talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 14 May 2026 01:16:34 +0000

PGG Wrightson’s Livestock National Genetic Manager previews the autumn bull sales, which are getting underway today.

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The Country 14/05/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 14 May 2026 01:16:09 +0000

Our Australian correspondent comments on this week’s Budget and the excellent prospects for beef.

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Dairy Insights with Fonterra: Lisa Payne

Wed, 13 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Michelle Watt talks to Lisa Payne, Fonterra's Farm Source Milk Supply Director.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Wed, 13 May 2026 01:26:53 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Kate Acland, Mark de Lautour, Hunter McGregor, and Craig Wiggins.

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The Country 13/05/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 13 May 2026 01:16:57 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders further lamb tariffs in the US, whether climate polluters are being let off the hook, whether Labour can win without TPM, Judith Collins' valedictory, and the fuel price crisis.

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The Country 13/05/26: Kate Acland talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 13 May 2026 01:15:13 +0000

The Chair of Beef + Lamb NZ is just back from the US, where we've been commemorating 100 years of red meat export. We talk about the prospect of lamb tariffs, the protein boom and her nomination for Rural Woman of the Year at the PINZ Awards.

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The Country 13/05/26: Mark de Lautour talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 13 May 2026 01:13:21 +0000

It's Dairy Week here on The Country, and the chief executive of our second-biggest dairy company - Open Country Dairy - talks about forecast milk price, end-of-season volumes, the protein boom in the US, and whether Fonterra farmers are switching camps.

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The Country 13/05/26: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 13 May 2026 01:11:24 +0000

Our Shanghai-based correspondent discusses Trump's visit, China's domestic economy and the Football World Cup.

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The Country 13/05/26: Craig Wiggins talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 13 May 2026 01:09:16 +0000

The founder of Lean on a Gate, Talk to a Mate, talks about training and MPI funding, firearms licensing, and DairyNZ cadets.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Tue, 12 May 2026 01:45:28 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Emma Higgins, Damien O'Connor, Rocky Hawkins, and Farmer Tom Martin.

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The Country 12/05/26: Emma Higgins talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 12 May 2026 01:26:01 +0000

Rabobank’s Senior Ag Analyst reviews the bank’s May Agribusiness Monthly Report as we look at the prospects for dairy, beef, sheep, fuel, fertiliser, plus interest and exchange rates.

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The Country 12/05/26: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 12 May 2026 01:23:29 +0000

Labour’s Ag Spokesperson says NZ was not a “Land of Confusion” under the Labour Govt of 2020-23. Plus, we talk about the sale of farms to foreigners, legislation to liberalise the gene tech laws, and whether Labour needs TPM to win the Treasury Benches.

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The Country 12/05/26: Rocky Hawkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 12 May 2026 01:19:57 +0000

A legend of the sport previews the North Island and New Zealand Sheep Dog Championships coming up later this month (May 25-29) in Hawke’s Bay.

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The Country 12/05/26: Farmer Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 12 May 2026 01:19:12 +0000

We ask our UK farming correspondent if the British PM, Sir Keir Starmer, is on his way out? How is he faring with the fuel and fertiliser crisis combined with a brutal spring drought?

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The Country: Lauren McConnachie Dairy Manager of the Year New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards 2026

Mon, 11 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Michelle Watt talks to Lauren McConnachie, the 2026 recipient of the Dairy Manager of the Year award at the New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, May 11, 2026

Mon, 11 May 2026 01:43:17 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Stacey and Scott Mackereth, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Eddie Fitzgerald, Vanessa Winning, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 11/05/26: Stacey and Scott Mackereth talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 11 May 2026 01:41:22 +0000

We catch up with the big winners from the NZ Dairy Industry Awards in Rotorua on Saturday night, the 2026 Share Farmers of the Year.

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The Country 11/05/26: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 11 May 2026 01:40:57 +0000

Today’s farmer/politician panel ponders NZ Dairy Industry Awards, Act’s Immigration policy and the launch of Voluntary Nature Markets.

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The Country 11/05/26: Eddie Fitzgerald talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 11 May 2026 01:40:18 +0000

The Chair of the Century Farm and Station Awards, coming up in Lawrence on Saturday night, previews a wonderful event celebrating 100 or more years of farm ownership by one family.

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The Country 11/05/26: Vanessa Winning talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 11 May 2026 01:39:39 +0000

MPI’s Director On Farm Support talks NZDIA, the upcoming B+LNZ Out the Gate conference, and the two-speed primary sector.

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The Country 11/05/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 11 May 2026 01:38:43 +0000

Monday’s resident weatherman from WeatherWatch.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: May 9, 2026

Fri, 08 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Erica Stanford, Michael Every, and David Seymour.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, May 8, 2026

Fri, 08 May 2026 01:33:03 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Anna Nelson, George Dodson, Hugh Jackson, Jeremy Rookes, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 08/05/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 08 May 2026 01:30:08 +0000

Our Friday Favourite Weatherman has a heavy rain and wind warning.

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The Country 08/05/26: Anna Nelson talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 08 May 2026 01:29:28 +0000

The Chair of the Silver Fern Farms Co-op reviews this week’s annual meeting, the prospects for red meat in 2027, plus we talk about the “chop drop” into the Middle East - the biggest Uber Eats delivery in the industry’s history.

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The Country 08/05/26: George Dodson and Hugh Jackson talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 08 May 2026 01:25:36 +0000

Today’s panel features two of the most dynamic young farmers in the land.

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The Country 08/05/26: Jeremy Rookes talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 08 May 2026 01:21:21 +0000

Our Canterbury-based resident lifestyle/hobby farmer comments on the dry, excitement over Christchurch's One New Zealand Stadium, the Agri-Zero "rort" and his loathing of politics.

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The Country 08/05/26: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 08 May 2026 01:14:13 +0000

The author of the best-selling book in the country comments on the age of eligibility and/or means-testing superannuation.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, May 7, 2026

Thu, 07 May 2026 01:23:44 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, John McOviney and Chris Russell.

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The Country 07/05/26: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 07 May 2026 01:21:55 +0000

We ask the Act Party leader and Deputy PM whether his immigration policy is cutting Winston’s lunch? Plus, would he pass an immigration test himself? We also talk about TPM v Labour in the Māori seats and preview a big announcement on electrification this afternoon.

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The Country 07/05/26: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 07 May 2026 01:20:47 +0000

A leading primary sector academic comments on farmers, fertiliser and the protein boom.

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The Country 07/05/26: John McOviney talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 07 May 2026 01:19:52 +0000

Waitomo sheep and beef farmer and the chief executive of Steelfort.

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The Country 07/05/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 07 May 2026 01:18:12 +0000

Our Australian correspondent on the upcoming Budget and the scrapping of the huge inland rural rail project from Brisbane to Melbourne.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Wed, 06 May 2026 01:35:07 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Anna Palairet, Sandra Faulkner, Warwick Catto and Mike McIntyre.

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The Country 06/05/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 06 May 2026 01:33:12 +0000

The PM, hot off signing the ‘Fuel for Food’ deal with Singapore, also ponders local body reform and the prospect of a Grand Coalition.

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The Country 06/05/26: Anna Palairet talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 06 May 2026 01:32:30 +0000

Fonterra’s Chief Operating Officer reviews last night’s 1.5% lift in the GDT auction, a steady performance and largely in line with expectations. The welcomed improvements in SMP and WMP may have been expected an auction or two earlier, but better late than never. WMP 2.2%, SMP 3%, AMF 1.1%, Butter -2.6%, BMP 9% and Cheese -3.6%.

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The Country 06/05/26: Sandra Faulkner talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 06 May 2026 01:30:57 +0000

Federated Farmers’ local government spokeswoman on the prospect of some much-needed local body reform.

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The Country 06/05/26: Warwick Catto talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 06 May 2026 01:30:18 +0000

Science Strategy Manager at Ballance Agri-Nutrients on how to deal with burgeoning fertiliser prices, judging the Horizon Ballance Farm Environment Awards, and the Young Farmer Grand Final in July (31 years on from his title).

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The Country 06/05/26: Mike McIntyre talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 06 May 2026 01:27:14 +0000

Jarden’s head of derivatives is just back from the States, where the protein story is more buoyant than ever on the back of general wellness, but also more so, on the need for GLP1 users to consume quality calories.

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Rural Support Trust Podcast: Michelle Ruddell & Gerard Vaughan, Strengthening Connection in Rural Communities.

Tue, 05 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Building resilience in rural communities is important, to not just survive but thrive.

In this episode brought to you by Rural Support Trust and Fonterra, special guests Michelle Ruddell and Gerard Vaughan discuss how Rural Support Trust and Farmstrong provide resources and practical steps to uplift and support rural communities.

Check out more info at rural-support.org.nz

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Tue, 05 May 2026 01:18:57 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Michael Every, Jo Luxton and Paul Walker.

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The Country 05/05/26: Michael Every talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 05 May 2026 01:17:00 +0000

Part One: Rabobank’s Singapore-based global strategist comments on the geopolitical state of a chaotic world and how close we are to midnight on the Doomsday Clock. Part Two: How New Zealand, as a food-producing ag trading nation, can position itself to buffer these turbulent times.

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The Country 05/05/26: Jo Luxton talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 05 May 2026 01:15:41 +0000

Labour’s agriculture spokeswoman comments on the fuel and fertiliser crisis and says the government could be doing better. And is she about to come out with some ag policy at long last?

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The Country 05/05/26: Paul Walker talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 05 May 2026 01:14:53 +0000

This month’s Farmstrong farmer is a Pongakawa (south east of Te Puke) 300-cow dairy farmer on 90 hectares of flood-prone land.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, May 4, 2026

Mon, 04 May 2026 01:31:18 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Erica Stanford, Tom Young, Pita Alexander, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 04/05/26: Erica Stanford talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 04 May 2026 01:29:24 +0000

The Minister of Immigration is none too pleased with Act’s new proposed immigration policy, saying it’s “dog whistling” in an election year.

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The Country 04/05/26: Tom Young talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 04 May 2026 01:28:51 +0000

Affco’s national livestock manager talks about the importance of migrant labour to the meat industry, the beef and lamb schedule remaining high, and whether he’d eat a steak from a cull dairy cow.

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The Country 04/05/26: Pita Alexander talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 04 May 2026 01:28:04 +0000

Christchurch-based farm accountant comments on rates, the cost of living crisis, the state of the Government’s books and raising the age of eligibility for National Super.

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The Country 04/05/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 04 May 2026 01:27:31 +0000

Monday's weatherman on a big high!

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Rabobank Best of The Country: May 2, 2026

Fri, 01 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Todd McClay, Matt Keyte, Blair McLean, Jane Smith and Shane Jones.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, May 1, 2026

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:36:55 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Richard Dawkins, Chris Brandolino, Phil Robertson, Stu Duncan and Stu Loe.

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The Country 01/05/26: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:35:01 +0000

The Minister of Resources, the self-proclaimed Prince of the Provinces, comments on the fuel crisis, joining Trump to open the Strait of Hormuz, the "wokery" at the Otago Regional Council, the Maiki Sherman controversy, and duck shooting/hunting.

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The Country 01/05/26: Richard Dawkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:32:36 +0000

The Marlborough-based Federated Farmers meat and wool chair on wool prices and reinstating a wool levy.

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The Country 01/05/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:31:33 +0000

Friday's favourite weatherman with an opening morning forecast for the feathered foe and whether we're heading for a Super El Niño!

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The Country 01/05/26: Phil Robertson talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:28:59 +0000

From The Country Archives: The Duck Commander, a former world champion duck caller from the bayous of Louisiana, on how to call a duck.

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The Country 01/05/26: Stu Duncan and Stu Loe talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 01 May 2026 01:26:30 +0000

Today's farmer panel ponders duck shooting, the new Christchurch Stadium and "wokery" at the Otago Regional Council.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, April 30, 2026

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:33:41 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Craig Piggott, Jane Smith, Blair McLean, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 30/04/26: Craig Piggott talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:30:22 +0000

Halter’s chief executive has launched a world-first direct-to-satellite service for its smart collars, enabling beef cattle farmers in remote areas to access its virtual fencing technology. The new technology will provide the tech to beef farms that were previously out of reach due to connectivity limitations.

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The Country 30/04/26: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:28:18 +0000

North Otago farmer discusses the Emperor’s New Clothes (the new $54.6 million ORC building), insipid imported butter, and the PM/Winston and media.

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The Country 30/04/26: Blair McLean talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:26:46 +0000

Our wine correspondent on the prospects from the Indian FTA, desperate growers mothballing vineyards, and World Sav Day tomorrow.

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The Country 30/04/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:25:11 +0000

Our Australian correspondent comments on the Super El Niño, Pauline Hanson’s new plane and Penny Wong hustling for fuel on the world stage.

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DairyNZ Update: Susanne Meier, Senior Scientist

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

In this DairyNZ Update, Michelle Watt talks to Senior Scientist Susanne Meier about fertility research, how research using data collected is helping improve fertility outcomes on farm, and how the Resilient Dairy Programme plays a part.

For more information on the Resilient Dairy Programme, and fertility research, find resources at www.dairynz.co.nz

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:38:53 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Mike Petersen, Matt Keyte, and Hunter McGregor.

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The Country 29/04/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:37:33 +0000

The PM comments on his new harder line with the media and coalition partners, the success of the Indian FTA signing, a new fuel deal, and why he’s in two minds over big trucks on our roads. Plus, he talks about Halter’s latest innovation.

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The Country 29/04/26: Mike Petersen talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:37:01 +0000

Hawke’s Bay farmer, New Zealand’s former Special Ag Trade Envoy, and current Chair of Scales Corp. He talks about missing out on the trifecta of trade signings after opting out of a trip to India. We discuss the importance of the Indian deal and examine how horticulture has fared in the FTA. And what about pet food to India?

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The Country 29/04/26: Matt Keyte talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:35:33 +0000

We catch up with the Chair of the Te Miro Settlers Hall Committee - the overall winner of the 2026 Rabobank Good Deeds Community Hub competition - and learn about the wonderful history of a district built around the settlement of ballot block farmers after returning from WW1.

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The Country 29/04/26: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:33:14 +0000

Our guy in Shanghai talks about the state of the Chinese economy, May Day holidays, and why the toll-driven roading infrastructure is so good.

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Rural Support Trust Podcast: Ashley Burdon, The Quiet Struggle of Succession.

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

If farm succession is something that's been sitting in the back of your mind, this one's for you.

In this episode brought to you by Rural Support Trust and Fonterra, special guest Ashley Burdon discusses the emotional side of succession, and how the grief, fear and uncertainty is completely normal.

Check out more info at rural-support.org.nz

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:33:15 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Todd McClay, Kate Acland, Todd Charteris, Caleb Nicolson, and Dougie Haynes.

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The Country 28/04/26: Todd McClay talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:31:23 +0000

We catch up with the Trade Minister in transit in Singapore, on the way home from signing the Indian Free Trade Agreement in New Delhi last night.

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The Country 28/04/26: Kate Acland talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:30:59 +0000

The Chair of Beef + Lamb NZ applauds the signing of the Indian FTA, with sheep meat set to be one of the big winners.

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The Country 28/04/26: Todd Charteris talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:30:35 +0000

The chief executive of Rabobank announces the winners of the 2026 Good Deeds Community Hub Competition.

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The Country 28/04/26: Caleb Nicolson talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:30:09 +0000

Farmlands’ Chief Supply Chain and Manufacturing Officer comments on getting ahead of the price chain by buying forward. And how does the FAF (Fuel Adjustment Factor) affect farmer pricing?

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The Country 28/04/26: Dougie Haynes talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:29:19 +0000

This Mangawhai professional caddie has just finished walking the length of New Zealand on the Te Araroa Trail to raise money for Kids Can and a UK mental health charity.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: April 25, 2026

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Farmer Tom Martin, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Winston Peters.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, April 24, 2026

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:43:05 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Chris Hipkins, Bruce Weir, Rachel Shearer, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 24/04/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:39:44 +0000

Friday’s weather guy warns of more wet weather for a sodden North Island, while some parts of inland Otago are crying out for rain.

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The Country 24/04/26: Chris Hipkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:38:02 +0000

We salute the Labour leader for supporting the Indian FTA, despite his reservations, but ask if he is electable with no policy and TPM as a stablemate?

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The Country 24/04/26: Bruce Weir talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:36:45 +0000

Rabobank’s GM of Country Banking says farm worker pay growth has levelled off in the last few years, after a post-pandemic period of rapid growth. The 2026 Federated Farmers-Rabobank Farm Remuneration Report, released today, shows the average salary for a farm worker increased by $1,367 to $72,778, or a weighted average rise of 3% across 13 job positions.

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The Country 24/04/26: Rachel Shearer talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:33:04 +0000

The GM of PGG Wrightson Wool comments on why the Middle East War could be good for New Zealand wool growers.

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The Country 24/04/26: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:29:56 +0000

Our political correspondent comments on a bizarre Beehive week, his new book “One Last Question, Prime Minister”, and Anzac Day.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, April 23, 2026

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:37:06 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Winston Peters, Allan Blood, Dominic Jones, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 23/04/26: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:35:46 +0000

Labour supports the Indian FTA, but a fired-up NZ First leader says it’s an “utter unmitigated disaster of an agreement for NZ’s future”. Has it cost him farmer votes? Will he confirm he will not go into coalition with Labour? After calling them “woke self-confessed communists who would turn our country into a basket case. No, we won’t do a deal with Labour or their Marxist and separatist mates”.

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The Country 23/04/26: Allan Blood talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:34:02 +0000

The Executive Director of Victorian Hydrogen & Ammonia Industries is proposing to build a $3 billion fertiliser plant in Southland. The company says it could deliver 1.5 million tonnes a year of urea fertiliser, making New Zealand’s agricultural sector fully self-sufficient.

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The Country 23/04/26: Dominic Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:33:16 +0000

We track down the MD of Origin Capital Partners in Shanghai to discuss a massive kiwifruit crop, great returns for the industry, and how to invest in it.

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The Country 23/04/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:32:24 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks about fuel shortages, the good old days of being a debt-free country, and Anzac Day.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:34:29 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Mark Warren, Matt Bolger, and Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.

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The Country 22/04/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:33:05 +0000

After a tough day at the office yesterday, the Prime Minister is all fired up over the media, Winston and the Indian FTA.

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The Country 22/04/26: Mark Warren talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:32:01 +0000

A coastal Central Hawke’s Bay farmer (due east of Waipukurau) who says the rain of the past two days (240 mms) has been worse than what he experienced in Cyclone Gabrielle. Plus, we talk about the Wool Blacks.

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The Country 22/04/26: Matt Bolger talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:28:55 +0000

Fonterra’s managing director of co-operative affairs reviews last night’s GDT Auction, down 2.7%, although the powders fared better (WMP - 0.6%, SMP + 3.2%). Was this a disappointing result, or do we take it during times of turmoil?

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The Country 22/04/26: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:28:51 +0000

It’s World Earth Day, and one of New Zealand’s leading primary sector academics takes the opportunity to celebrate the role farmers play in keeping our soil, and us, healthy.

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Rural Support Trust Podcast: Paul Walker, When the Weather Decides Your Mood

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

We all know the frustration of waking up to bad weather on a day when you have lots to do on farm, and how it can weigh on you. In this episode, brought to you by Rural Support Trust and Fonterra, special guest Paul Walker discusses why looking after your head is just as important as looking after your body when the weather gets you down.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:57:14 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Grant McCallum, George Dodson, Hugh Jackson, Farmer Tom Martin, Dr Elizabeth Heeg, and Damien O'Connor.

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The Country 21/04/26: Grant McCallum talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:54:12 +0000

What does National’s Northland MP make of Shane Jones’ “Butter Chicken Tsunami”? Plus, we talk about the Indian FTA and whether disgruntled MPs should be named and shamed.

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The Country 21/04/26: George Dodson and Hugh Jackson talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:51:17 +0000

Today’s famer panel features the 2024 and 2025 Young Farmers of the Year.

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The Country 21/04/26: Farmer Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:50:27 +0000

Our UK farming correspondent talks about a dry spring, fuel and fertiliser prices, regenerative agriculture, Sir Keir Starmer, and Harry and Meghan.

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The Country 21/04/26: Dr Elizabeth Heeg talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:47:05 +0000

The NZFOA Chief Executive comments on the Indian FTA and challenging times for the forestry industry, off the back of the fuel crisis.

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The Country 21/04/26: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:45:28 +0000

Will Labour’s trade spokesperson have breaking news on the Indian FTA after today’s caucus?

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The Country Full Show: Monday, April 20, 2026

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:24:31 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Walt Cavendish, David Clark, David Seymour, Mark de Lautour, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 20/04/26: Walt Cavendish talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:22:30 +0000

The former spokesperson for "Fair for Farmers" is no longer.

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The Country 20/04/26: David Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:21:49 +0000

The former Mid Canterbury president of Federated Farmers, and former national arable vice chairman, says, “We’re all on a no-exit road in arable at the moment. The return on capital is less than the cost of capital”. But is he going to convert to dairy farming?

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The Country 20/04/26: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:21:04 +0000

The Deputy PM and Act Party leader comments on Luxon and Trump and denies dictatorships are the best form of democracy.

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The Country 20/04/26: Mark de Lautour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:20:28 +0000

The chief executive of Open Country Dairy comments on this week’s GDT, fuel and fertiliser prices, conversions in Canterbury, and the happiness scale of dairy farmers.

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The Country 20/04/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:19:47 +0000

Monday’s resident weatherman looks back on another shocking weekend and forward to a big high for the Anzac weekend.

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Dairy Insights with Fonterra: Mat Cullen

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 23:12:23 +0000

Michelle Watt talks to Mat Cullen the South Island Regional Head for Farm Source, about the Co-op returning capital to farmer shareholders, and the expansion of the organics programme to the South Island.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: April 18, 2026

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Lucas Smith, Taine Randell, and Jane Smith.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, April 17, 2026

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 01:20:05 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Wayne Langford, Hamish McKay, Todd Charteris, Chris Brandolino, Stu Loe, Stu Duncan, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 17/04/26: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 01:15:42 +0000

The President of Federated Farmers is none too pleased with “Fair for Farmers”, which advocates for “one standard for all,” arguing that importing cheaper, less ethical products undermines local farmers who face higher compliance costs. But who is behind this campaign?

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The Country 17/04/26: Hamish McKay and Todd Charteris talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 01:14:04 +0000

We head to Colyton School for the winner of the Rabobank Good Deeds promo.

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The Country 17/04/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 01:11:28 +0000

Friday’s Weather Guy from Earth Sciences NZ says a change is in the wind.

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The Country 17/04/26: Stu Loe and Stu Duncan talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 01:08:40 +0000

Today’s panel talks farming, fuel, fertiliser and footy.

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The Country 17/04/26: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 01:08:04 +0000

Is the Luxon leadership debacle a storm in a teacup? And if not Luxon, then who? We ask Newstalk ZB’s senior political correspondent.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, April 16, 2026

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:26:36 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Taine Randell, Jane Smith, Peter Newbold, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 16/04/26: Taine Randell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:24:34 +0000

The former All Blacks captain has just announced his candidacy for NZ First in the Tukituki electorate in Hawke's Bay. Today, we dig into his business credentials in farming, forestry, and horticulture. And who does he think should be the All Blacks captain under Dave Rennie?

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The Country 16/04/26: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:20:36 +0000

A North Otago sheep and beef farmer and award-winning environmentalist compares Vietnam to the Waitaki District Council. Plus, she celebrates a great farming autumn in her region.

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The Country 16/04/26: Peter Newbold talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:19:01 +0000

The GM of PGG Wrightson Real Estate takes his monthly look at the state of the rural market. And despite the Middle East crisis, the market remains largely buoyant, especially for dairy and kiwifruit.

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The Country 16/04/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:16:39 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks wool auctions leaving WA because of the live export ban, and a new urea plant being built there at pace. We also look at the drought prospects super El Niño would bring to the Eastern states.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:35:05 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Richard Allen, Tracy Brown, Hunter McGregor and Julia Jones.

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The Country 15/04/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:31:32 +0000

The PM ponders the Indian FTA, whether the $3.2 billion Fonterra capital return injection into the economy will “touch the sides”, and whether he needs help when it comes to his own communication with the media.

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The Country 15/04/26: Richard Allen talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:29:11 +0000

Fonterra’s new chief executive in waiting joins us to discuss his past and Fonterra’s future.

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The Country 15/04/26: Tracy Brown talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:27:35 +0000

We track down the Chair of DairyNZ at the South Island Dairy Event (SIDE) at Lincoln University to talk Cyclone Vaianu, fuel constraints, dairy-beef opportunities and Awards season.

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The Country 15/04/26: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:24:20 +0000

Our Shanghai-based correspondent says what fuel crisis? Plus, he talks about a Foot-and-Mouth outbreak in western China, the NZ Speaker’s trip to China and lining up against a robot in a half-marathon.

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The Country 15/04/26: Julia Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:22:24 +0000

The MC of SIDE joins us on day two of the dairy conference at Lincoln University.

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Rural Support Trust Podcast: Sarah Donaldson, Courageous Conversations

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Here's something every rural community needs to hear; you don't have to be an expert to help someone who's doing it tough.

In this episode brought to you by Rural Support Trust and Fonterra, special guest Sarah Donaldson discusses how to look out for the signs, start the conversation, and what resources are out there.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:57:06 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Peter McBride, Lucas Smith, and Todd Clark.

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The Country 14/04/26: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:55:37 +0000

The Prince of the Provinces, Matua Shane, defends his nationalistic stance over the Indian FTA, and also defends a potential critical minerals deal with Trump. And why is he claiming victory in a gold mining debate with Sir Ian Taylor that he pulled out of?

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The Country 14/04/26: Peter McBride talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:54:37 +0000

Fonterra’s chairman comments on a new chief executive, Richard Allen, and a big payday for farmers with the dairy co-op writing out a cheque today for $5.4 billion (including $3.2 billion for the $2/share capital return).

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The Country 14/04/26: Lucas Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:53:59 +0000

The founder of global start-up Wool Aid tells us the story behind his woollen plasters, bandages, nose and mouth tape, all using New Zealand Merino wool. A natural, biodegradable alternative to plastic, which research now shows performs way better at healing wounds.

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The Country 14/04/26: Todd Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:53:14 +0000

Our US farming correspondent talks about an early spring drought, rising beef prices, and what on earth Trump is up to.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, April 13, 2026

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:29:05 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Nathan Guy, Katie Milne, Jack Fagan, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 13/04/26: Nathan Guy talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:27:21 +0000

NZ’s Special Agricultural Trade Envoy is one of 27 high-profile signatories pleading with the politicians to sign and secure the Indian FTA.

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The Country 13/04/26: Katie Milne talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:26:55 +0000

The former president of Federated Farmers (2017-20) is now officially the new National candidate for West Coast/Tasman.

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The Country 13/04/26: Jack Fagan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:25:28 +0000

We catch up with the winner of the open title at the NZ Shears at Te Kuiti on Saturday evening.

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The Country 13/04/26: Emma Poole and Tim Dangen talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:24:01 +0000

Today’s Farmer Panel features the brother and sister, the 2022 and 2023 Young Farmers of the Year.

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The Country 13/04/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:23:39 +0000

Monday’s weatherman on dodging a Cyclone Vaianu bullet over the weekend.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: April 11, 2026

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Damien O'Connor, Mark Ericksen, Emma Higgins, Todd McClay, and Anne-Marie Roerink.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, April 10, 2026

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:42:50 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Phil Duncan, Anne-Marie Roerink, Todd McClay, Rowland Smith, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 10/04/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:38:54 +0000

Monday’s weather man backing up on a Friday - One rare red and 22 orange rain and wind alerts have been issued across the North Island, as the “multi-hazard”, potentially life-threatening Cyclone Vaianu approaches New Zealand. The red alert is a severe strong wind warning for Coromandel and Great Barrier Island from 5am to 6pm on Sunday, with wind gusts expected to hit 140km/h.

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The Country 10/04/26: Anne-Marie Roerink talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:36:54 +0000

The founder and president of the 210 Analytics research firm, which specialises in market research. Since 2006, she has produced the Power of Meat study, providing an annual update of US shopper habits regarding meat and poultry. Today, we talk about the boom in red meat protein demand, especially from Millennials and Gen-Zers who want MAHA (Make America Healthy Again).

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The Country 10/04/26: Todd McClay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:31:27 +0000

The Minister of Agriculture and Trade updates us on the Indian FTA, the prospect of more Trump tariffs on our lamb, and whether he would look forward to serving under Winston as a Prime Minister?

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The Country 10/04/26: Rowland Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:28:31 +0000

It’s day two of the NZ Shearing Champs in Te Kuiti. An interested spectator is the current world shearing champion, who we find in his tractor in Hawke’s Bay.

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The Country 10/04/26: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:26:44 +0000

Our political correspondent ponders Winston in Washington, and what Winston wants in Wellington.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, April 9, 2026

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 01:18:32 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Sir David Fagan, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Adam Thompson, Rhys Roberts, Grant Nordstrom, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 09/04/26: Sir David Fagan talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 01:16:54 +0000

Our country’s greatest shearer previews the NZ Shears getting underway in Te Kuiti today, where Golden Shears Open champ Toa Henderson is a hot favourite.

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The Country 09/04/26: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 01:15:21 +0000

One of our leading primary sector academics comments on the world fertiliser prices and the demise of home-grown food at the expense of cheaper imports such as tinned fruit and pork.

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The Country 09/04/26: Adam Thompson and Rhys Roberts talk to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 01:14:16 +0000

Zanda McDonald farming panel on the cost of fuel, freight and fertiliser, the price of land, planting 7000 trees and a $2000 cash scholarship for environmental studies.

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The Country 09/04/26: Grant Nordstrom talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 01:13:36 +0000

It’s the turn of PGG Wrightson’s Canterbury/West Coast Livestock Manager to update the market in his region, where the shift is on from arable to dairy.

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The Country 09/04/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 01:13:14 +0000

Our Australian correspondent laments the lot of arable farmers, celebrates sheep farming, and says he’s embarrassed to be an Aussie.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 01:20:18 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Cameron Bagrie, Christopher Luxon, Emma Higgins, Ross Sommerville, and Steve Wyn-Harris.

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The Country 08/04/26: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 01:18:19 +0000

We head live to San Francisco to talk to an independent economist who crunches the numbers on the US-Iran ceasefire. How have the markets reacted?

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The Country 08/04/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 01:17:40 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders the off-ramp for the Middle East War, the diesel crisis for the primary sector, and whether the media has it in for him.

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The Country 08/04/26: Emma Higgins talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 01:16:47 +0000

Rabobank’s Senior Agricultural Analyst reviews last night’s GDT auction (down 3.4%) - WMP -0.7%, SMP -1.6%, BMP 0.7%, AMF -7.1%, Butter -8.1%, and Cheese -3.1%. Plus, we look at how the Middle East crisis is affecting red meat prices.

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The Country 08/04/26: Ross Sommerville talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 01:15:41 +0000

The GM of Isuzu Utes, our new vehicle partner, tells us about the Isuzu Tough Sale on now with an extended 6-year warranty, finance from 7.9%, 3 litre turbo diesel engine, 3.5T towing, 5 star safety rating, and Utes and SUVs built with truck DNA.

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The Country 08/04/26: Steve Wyn-Harris talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 01:14:38 +0000

Central Hawke’s Bay farmer and broadcaster talks Trump, damn lies, and dams!

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The Country with Beef + Lamb New Zealand: More to the Man than Lucerne

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

If you’re farming hill country, you’ll know how important it is to get your pasture working with you, not against you.

In this episode, brought to you by Beef and Lamb New Zealand, special guest Lincoln University Professor Derrick Moot looks at how things like legumes and well-timed grazing can really improve resilience and productivity on farm, supported by Beef and Lamb New Zealand’s Hill Country Futures Partnership Programme.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:33:17 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Kate Acland, Damien O'Connor, Mark Ericksen, John McOviney, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 07/04/26: Kate Acland talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:31:14 +0000

The chairwoman of Beef + Lamb New Zealand comments on the Mid-Season Update report, with average farm profit forecast to climb to $287,600/farm in 2025-26. Red meat farmers are expected to generate $8.5 billion on-farm this year and spend $16 million every day on goods and services, largely in their local communities.

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The Country 07/04/26: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:29:41 +0000

Labour’s trade spokesperson talks about the Indian FTA, what’s going down in his old West Coast - Tasman electorate, and why he defends the agricultural record of his last government (2020-23).

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The Country 07/04/26: Mark Ericksen talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:28:53 +0000

Hawke’s Bay orchardist on a bumper apple crop and harvest, and the prospects of another great season for kiwifruit.

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The Country 07/04/26: John McOviney talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:28:20 +0000

Waitomo sheep and beef farmer and the chief executive of Steelfort. Today we talk about great prices on farm, rising international freight prices and why he’s moving to a Halter system for his hill country beef cows.

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The Country 07/04/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:27:34 +0000

Monday’s resident weatherman warns of the prospect of a direct hit from a tropical cyclone on Sunday or Monday.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: April 4, 2026

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Simon Lee, Hunter McGregor, Jen Corkran, Sir Ian Taylor, and Shane Jones.

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BEING FARMSTRONG: Gerard Vaughan and Geoff Spark

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:30:00 +0000

Farmstrong’s become a name a lot of farmers know and trust and for good reason. Last year alone, more than 20,000 farmers and growers around New Zealand said Farmstrong helped improve their wellbeing.

In this episode of the Being Farmstrong podcast, host Hamish McKay sits down with the man behind the movement, Farmstrong CEO Gerard Vaughan, to talk about how it all started and where Farmstrong’s heading next. You’ll also hear from Canterbury farmer and Farmstrong Champion Geoff Spark, who shares his own story of resilience, why gratitude matters on farm, why making mental skills a part of your day is just as important as being physically active, and how any one of us can be the one to kick off a conversation.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, April 2, 2026

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:23:40 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Ray Smith, Vanessa Winning, Chris Russell, and Jeremy Rookes.

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The Country 02/04/26: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:21:32 +0000

The Prince of the Provinces and Resources Minister talks about the fuel crisis and why he pulled out of the debate with Sir Ian Taylor over the controversial gold mining in Central Otago.

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The Country 02/04/26: Ray Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:20:54 +0000

The Director General of MPI updates us on how the Middle East crisis is affecting the primary sector. Plus, we talk fruit flies and pesky hornets!

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The Country 02/04/26: Vanessa Winning talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:19:58 +0000

We catch up with a board member of the South Island Dairy Event (SIDE), which is coming up at Lincoln University from April 13-15.

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The Country 02/04/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:18:42 +0000

Our Australian correspondent comments on the fuel crisis, $500 lambs, the Sydney Royal Easter Show and a drop in the average age of farmers.

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The Country 02/04/26: Jeremy Rookes talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:17:52 +0000

Our resident lifestyle/hobby farming correspondent has his say on Marsden Point, a glorious autumn, rugby and the perils of golf.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:17:14 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Sir Ian Taylor, Dr Victoria Hatton, Craig Hickman and Duncan Humm.

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The Country 01/04/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:15:03 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders the state of the Indian FTA, the Middle East war, fuel restrictions and potential rationing, and his Cabinet reshuffle.

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The Country 01/04/26: Sir Ian Taylor talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:14:05 +0000

One of New Zealand’s leading tech entrepreneurs rips into Matua Shane Jones over his decision to pull out of the debate over a controversial Otago goldmine, saying, “I was looking forward to stepping into the boxing ring with the crowing rooster, but it looks like he’s lost his voice”.

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The Country 01/04/26: Dr Victoria Hatton talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:12:40 +0000

Food futurist at Food HQ based in Palmerston North. Today, we look at the Middle East War's potential to create a worldwide food crisis. And how New Zealand is positioned to combat the headwinds.

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The Country 01/04/26: Craig Hickman and Duncan Humm talk to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:11:13 +0000

Today’s farmer panel features two Mid Canterbury dairy and deer farmers, respectively. Today, we talk about a new era for Fonterra and a joint letter to the political parties from NZ Farming, the Methane Science Accord and Groundswell.

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The Country with Beef + Lamb New Zealand: Eliminating Facial Eczema Impacts

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000

In this episode on Mythbusting Facial Eczema, Hamish McKay chats with dairy farmer David Kidd, about spore counting, pasture management, zinc treatments, how to plan ahead, and how the Eliminating Facial Eczema Impacts Programme is helping farmers better understand facial eczema.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:44:50 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Cameron Bagrie, Jen Corkran, Hunter McGregor, Dan Boulton, and Jo Luxton.

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The Country 31/03/26: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:43:10 +0000

Independent economist and the chair of Transport NZ. What are we seeing across livestock transport? Plus, we look at the exchange and interest rates, inflation and the NZX50 down 7% in March. And what are the best and worst-case scenarios?

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The Country 31/03/26: Jen Corkran talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:42:44 +0000

Rabobank’s animal protein analyst talks about New Zealand red meat fundamentals and the real flow‑on effects of the Middle East conflict when it comes to fuel, freight, fertiliser and on-farm costs.

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The Country 31/03/26: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:42:27 +0000

Our Shanghai-based correspondent comments on fuel, fruit, pork, beef and forestry.

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The Country 31/03/26: Dan Boulton talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:41:55 +0000

The chief executive of Silver Fern Farms, the country’s largest meat company, talks about the annual result, which has seen SFF report a net profit after tax of $29.1 million for the 2025 year. And despite the Middle East turmoil, he is still bullish about beef, lamb and venison.

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The Country 31/03/26: Jo Luxton talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:41:26 +0000

We ask Labour’s ag spokesperson why she was missing in action at last week’s Federated Farmers’ High Country Field Day. And will she finally come out with some ag policy in the election year?

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The Country Full Show: Monday, March 30, 2026

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:24:48 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Simon Lee, Rachel Shearer, Smiley Barrett, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 30/03/26: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:19:29 +0000

The Deputy PM and Act Party leader talks about the fuel crisis, the future of the proposed LNG terminal, and whether Winston’s a mining-mad populist?

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The Country 30/03/26: Simon Lee talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:18:49 +0000

Following on from Friday’s Federated Farmers High Country Field Day, we review the day with the Glenaray Station Manager - the man with the best farming job in the land.

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The Country 30/03/26: Rachel Shearer talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:17:18 +0000

The general manager of PGG Wrightson Wool says the current global economic challenges are weighing on a market that has performed well over the past two years.

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The Country 30/03/26: Smiley Barrett talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:16:08 +0000

We talk farming and footy with a well-known Taranaki cow cocky and rugby player breeder.

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The Country 30/03/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:15:19 +0000

What's up with the weather? We ask the man behind weatherwatch.co.nz.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: March 28, 2026

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Miles Hurrell, Farmer Tom Martin, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Stefan Vogel, Christopher Luxon, and Craig Piggott.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, March 27, 2026

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:52:47 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Grant McCallum, Symon Brewis-Weston, Stu Loe, Stu Duncan, Emma Newborn and Amelia Dunbar.

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The Country 27/03/26: Grant McCallum talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:51:02 +0000

National’s MP for Northland gives us a weather update. He said that, even though the sun was shining today, the region was definitely feeling the aftermath of the rain event. Plus, he gives his thoughts on how the government is handling the current fuel situation.

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The Country 27/03/26: Symon Brewis-Weston talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:50:34 +0000

We catch up with the executive chair of agricultural lender Oxbury.

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The Country 27/03/26: Stu Loe and Stu Duncan talk to Hamish McKay

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:50:09 +0000

Today’s farmer panel features a couple of sheep and beef farmers from North Canterbury and the Maniototo.

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The Country 27/03/26: Emma Newborn and Amelia Dunbar talk to Hamish McKay

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:49:44 +0000

Time to catch up with the comedians behind the show The Bitches’ Box.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, March 26, 2026

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:36:26 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Mark Hooper, Pita Alexander, Chris Russell, and Andrew Pegler.

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The Country 26/03/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:33:29 +0000

Earth Sciences NZ Principal Scientist - Forecasting and Media, on the weather bomb.

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The Country 26/03/26: Mark Hooper talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:31:54 +0000

Federated Farmers RMA spokesperson on a roadie south to the Feds’ High Country Field Day on Glenaray Station.

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The Country 26/03/26: Pita Alexander talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:30:38 +0000

A Christchurch farm accountant offers some sage advice on how to get through the current fuel crisis.

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The Country 26/03/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:29:52 +0000

Our Australian correspondent comments on the dire fuel supplies facing arable farmers in their seeding season.

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The Country 26/03/26: Pegs talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:28:04 +0000

We talk about sustainable energy with the founder of Farmlands Flex.

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DairyNZ Update: Amber Carpenter, Chair Dairy Environment Leaders

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Michelle talks to Amber Carpenter, Chair of Dairy Environment Leaders (DEL) at DairyNZ, about this year's forum, currently being held in Wellington, what the DEL is, and how connecting with other farmers can have a huge impact on decision making.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:14:07 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Craig Piggott, Stefan Vogel, Chloe Butcher-Herries, George Dodson, and Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.

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The Country 25/03/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:12:18 +0000

The Prime Minister comments on the fuel crisis, the tax credit relief package, Winston Peters and Halter.

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The Country 25/03/26: Craig Piggott talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:11:57 +0000

Virtual fencing and herd-system firm Halter has doubled its valuation in less than a year to $3.4 billion (US$2 billion), as Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund leads a $377 million capital raise. This is the largest ever by a New Zealand company. We ask the founder and chief executive what he’s going to do with all that money.

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The Country 25/03/26: Stefan Vogel talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:11:28 +0000

The Sydney-based general manager of RaboResearch crunches the numbers on fuel and fertiliser coming out of the Middle East - and those numbers don’t make good reading.

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The Country 25/03/26: Chloe Butcher-Herries and George Dodson talk to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:11:11 +0000

Today’s farmer panel features two young farmers concerned about Safer Farms.

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The Country 25/03/26: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:10:48 +0000

A leading primary sector academic says, “Never in history has food been so abundant, so varied and so safe to eat”.

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The Country with Beef + Lamb New Zealand: Mythbusting Facial Eczema

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Hamish sits down with North Canterbury farmer Charles Douglas‑Clifford and local veterinarian Erin Riley to unpack the growing risk of Facial Eczema in the South Island. With farmers already spotting early signs of the fungus responsible for the disease, the conversation explores what this means for animal health and farm management.

They also dive into the sheep poo study on Charles’s farm and reveal how the data gathered is helping to power the Eliminating Facial Eczema Impacts Programme. Their insights highlight how South Island farmers can use this information to stay one step ahead of the disease.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:21:11 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Jim Ward and Farmer Tom Martin.

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The Country 24/03/26: Jim Ward talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:17:50 +0000

Supporters of a proposal to make Molesworth a “station for the nation” have taken it a step further by meeting the DoC’s March 20 deadline for expressions of interest in the station’s lease. Former Molesworth Station manager Jim Ward is spearheading a proposal to have Molesworth run by a charitable trust as a self-funding farm operation, preserving the station’s high-value natural and historical assets.

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The Country 24/03/26: Farmer Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:15:59 +0000

Our UK Farming Correspondent talks about taking the Government to court over the controversial inheritance tax. Plus, he outlines some of the financial pain facing farmers as a result of the Middle East War.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, March 23, 2026

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:36:02 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Miles Hurrell, Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum, Kate Scott, Richard Wyeth, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 23/03/26: Miles Hurrell talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:31:50 +0000

The chief executive of Fonterra has today released the FY26 interim results, showing continued momentum in its performance with revenue of $13.9 billion in the first half of the financial year.   Fonterra announced an interim dividend of 24 cents per share, fully imputed from continuing operations and confirmed a special Mainland dividend of 16 cents per share, fully imputed, representing 100% of Mainland Group’s FY26 earnings while under Fonterra ownership. The Co-op has also lifted its forecast Farmgate Milk Price midpoint for the season from $9.50 per kgMS to $9.70 per kgMS. And what about Winston and the job with NZR?

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The Country 23/03/26: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:30:53 +0000

Today's farmer/politician panel ponders fuel, fert, food and Fonterra. Who was that nodding behind Nicola Willis at Marsden Point? And what about Winston and mad dogs in Northland?

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The Country 23/03/26: Kate Scott talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:29:28 +0000

The chief executive of Horticulture NZ talks Maadi Cup, hort exports into the Middle East, fuel/fert/chemical imports out of that region and a tough time for some vegetable growers supplying Watties.

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The Country 23/03/26: Richard Wyeth talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:28:16 +0000

The chief executive of Synlait, Synlait Milk has reported on a net loss after tax of $80.6 million with a reported ebitda loss of $34.7m. The Canterbury-based dairy processor reported its half-year results on Monday and provided an update on its recovery plan under new leadership, which it described as “stabilise, simplify, scale”. Its revenue increased $32.3m to $949m.

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The Country 23/03/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:25:28 +0000

Monday's resident Weather Man on some serious rain heading for the North Island.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: March 21, 2026

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Peter McBride, Damien O'Connor, Jane Smith, Todd Charteris, and Winston Peters.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, March 20, 2026

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:42:12 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Wayne Langford, Mike Casey, Dom Jones, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, and Chris Brandolino.

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The Country 20/03/26: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:40:29 +0000

The President of Federated Farmers comments on his political aspirations, Mike Casey, the Rural Mental Health Fund announcement, and the PINZ Awards.

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The Country 20/03/26: Mike Casey talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:39:07 +0000

The Electric Cherries grower who was recognised last night at the New Zealander of the Year Awards.

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The Country 20/03/26: Dom Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:38:09 +0000

The managing director of Origin Capital Partners, a Kiwifruit Managed Fund, on the prospect of a very good third season in a row for the industry.

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The Country 20/03/26: Emma Poole and Tim Dangen talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:35:54 +0000

Today’s brother and sister farmer panel features the 2022 and 2023 Young Farmers of the Year - dairy farmers at the opposite ends of the country.

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The Country 20/03/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:35:22 +0000

Friday’s weatherman from Earth Sciences NZ.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, March 19, 2026

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:28:34 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Winston Peters, Jane Smith, Peter Newbold, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 19/03/26: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:26:52 +0000

We get the NZ First leader’s take on the state of our economy. Does the most grumpy and curmudgeonly politician in the land want to be our oldest PM? And why is he slamming retiring Fonterra chief executive Miles Hurrell?

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The Country 19/03/26: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:25:57 +0000

North Otago farmer and former winner of the Ballance Farm Environment Awards reckons it’s taken a war for this country to realise that net zero will leave us cold, hungry and poor.

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The Country 19/03/26: Peter Newbold talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:24:17 +0000

We take our monthly look at the state of the rural market with PGG Wrightson’s General Manager, Livestock and Real Estate.

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The Country 19/03/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:23:50 +0000

Our Australian correspondent says weight loss drugs are great news for dairy farmers and that rain is trumping Trump on sheep farms.

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DairyNZ Update: Shaun Hazelton DairyNZ Regional Policy Advisor

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000

On this DairyNZ Dairy Update, Michelle talks to Shaun Hazelton, Senior Regional Policy Advisor at DairyNZ ,about effluent management.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:25:22 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Todd McClay, Mike McIntyre, Todd Charteris, Eric Gorlier, and Hunter McGregor.

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The Country 18/03/26: Todd McClay talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:21:18 +0000

The Minister of Agriculture and Trade agrees that the disruption in the Middle East makes an FTA with India even more important. Does he have an update, and how much of our trade is currently stalled? Are there alternative trade routes and markets, and how bad could the cost of fuel and fertiliser get? Do we have a Plan B for Kapuni and Marsden Point to make us more resilient? And finally, what about Winston Peters slamming Miles Hurrell?

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The Country 18/03/26: Mike McIntyre talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:19:48 +0000

Jarden analyst reviews last night’s GDT auction, up 0.1%, the sixth consecutive rise. While the result remained basically unchanged, “unders and overs” were all over the place. Whole milk powder down 4%, skim milk powder up 5.2%, anhydrous milk fat up 6.4%, butter down 0.9%, and cheddar up 0.1%.

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The Country 18/03/26: Todd Charteris talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:17:48 +0000

Rabobank’s chief executive says that, following a dip in the final quarter of 2025, farmer confidence has reversed course and inched higher in the first Rabobank Rural Confidence Survey of the year. The latest result extends a lengthy run of elevated farmer confidence, with net positive readings recorded across the last seven quarters dating back to September 2024.

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The Country 18/03/26: Eric Gorlier talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:15:45 +0000

We catch up with Nestle’s Swiss-based Head of Procurement Commodities and Sustainability, who’s in the country to visit Synlait, Fonterra and Open Country Dairy.

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The Country 18/03/26: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:14:28 +0000

Our Shanghai-based correspondent updates the Chinese economy, which is faring better than many because of its closer ties to Iran for oil supplies.

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Being Farmstrong: Deanne Parkes

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Being Farmstrong, Michelle Watt sits down with Farmstrong Champion Deanne Parkes to talk about women’s mental health on and around the farm.

They dig into why so many women just keep pushing through, what that “invisible load” really looks like, and how taking just a moment to pause and check in with yourself can make a massive difference. They also get into the differences between men and women, and how you can better support the partner, wife, mum or friend in your life who might be carrying more than you realise.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:46:28 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Cameron Bagrie, Damien O'Connor, Todd Clark, and Kelvin Wickham.

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The Country 17/03/26: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:44:52 +0000

Independent economist on the exchange (down) and interest rates (up), fuel and fertiliser prices, and a change in world order.

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The Country 17/03/26: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:44:25 +0000

We ask Labour’s Trade spokesperson if, as a good Irishman on St Patrick’s Day, he’s looking forward to a pint of Guinness and a good argument later in the day. We also discuss the trade implications of the Middle East conflict and reminisce about the Carless Days of 1979-80.

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The Country 17/03/26: Todd Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:43:23 +0000

Our Kentucky-based US farming correspondent is looking forward to spring and to an end to the Iran War. He also reflects on his recent farming tour of New Zealand and what he learned on his travels.

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The Country 17/03/26: Kelvin Wickham talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:42:33 +0000

The chief executive of Ballance Agri-Nutrients comments on the supply and price issues for the fertiliser industry as a result of the Middle East conflict.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, March 16, 2026

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:29:32 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Peter McBride, David Seymour, John Fagan, Tom Young, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 16/03/26: Peter McBride talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:25:31 +0000

The Fonterra Chair on the sudden resignation (after eight years) of his chief executive, Miles Hurrell - when did he find out, despite rumours swirling for several weeks? Is Miles heading to NZR? Has Fonterra got a ready-made internal replacement candidate?

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The Country 16/03/26: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:23:30 +0000

The Acting Prime Minister (and Act Party leader) says the United States has not asked New Zealand for military support in the Strait of Hormuz.

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The Country 16/03/26: John Fagan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:20:20 +0000

This agrarian “Double All Black” was inducted as the first member of the New Zealand Rural Sports Hall of Fame.

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The Country 16/03/26: Tom Young talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:15:42 +0000

Affco’s National Livestock Manager discusses the impending issues facing the red meat industry as the Middle East war wages on.

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The Country 16/03/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:12:22 +0000

Monday’s resident weatherman is almost redundant, with autumn being the most settled of the seasons.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: March 14, 2026

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Rowland and Ingrid Smith, Te Radar, Karn Dhaliwal, and Ben Picton.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, March 13, 2026

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:55:16 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Andy Dalton, Andy Borland, Alan Livingston, Mark Patterson, Tania Houghton, Rachel Shearer, and PJ Budler.

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The Country 13/03/26: Andy Dalton talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:53:08 +0000

Former All Blacks captain and farmer lets us know what he’s been up to in a busy career since his rugby days.

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The Country 13/03/26: Andy Borland talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:51:10 +0000

The chief executive of the Scales Group discusses how the Iran conflict and local weather affect horticulture at the Wānaka Show.

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The Country 13/03/26: Alan Livingston talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:46:42 +0000

QEII National Trust chair on his rugby years at Lincoln University. Plus, where he’s farming and how he got involved with the QEII National Trust.

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The Country 13/03/26: Mark Patterson talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:46:12 +0000

A South Otago farmer, and associate minister of agriculture sings the praises of NZ First. As the minister for wool, he also sings the praises of that fibre.

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The Country 13/03/26: Tania Houghton talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:41:06 +0000

Farmlands’ chief executive on how every business owner should be thinking about AI. Plus, she describes online energy platform Farmlands Flex.

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The Country 13/03/26: Rachel Shearer talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:36:45 +0000

PGG Wrightson’s general manager of wool, on the continued renaissance for strong wool.

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The Country 13/03/26: PJ Budler talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:33:16 +0000

We catch up with a Texas-based South African livestock judge.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, March 12, 2026

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:20:20 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Ben Picton, Chris Hipkins, Tracy Brown, Jamie Cunningham, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 12/03/26: Ben Picton talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:17:11 +0000

Rabobank’s Sydney-based Senior Economist looks at how the NZ economic recovery is undermined by the conflict in the Middle East. And how does war affect interest rates and inflation?

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The Country 12/03/26: Chris Hipkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:16:32 +0000

We know Labour’s leader wants to be the PM come November 7, but who else is lining up for the job? And how is his rural cred?

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The Country 12/03/26: Tracy Brown talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:15:57 +0000

The Chair of DairyNZ encourages farmers to cast their vote before the end of play tomorrow for the Milksolids Levy vote.

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The Country 12/03/26: Jamie Cunninghame talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:15:14 +0000

Today, we find PGG Wrightson’s North Island-based National Dairy Specialist at a beef sale in the South Island.

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The Country 12/03/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:14:18 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks about the effect the Middle East war is having on cropping and sheep farmers across the ditch.

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DairyNZ Update: Mark Storey Head of Economics DairyNZ

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000

In this DairyNZ Update, Michelle Watt talks to Head of Economics at DairyNZ Mark Storey, about the DairyNZ EconTracker.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:19:52 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Karn Dhaliwal, Emma Higgins, Vanessa Winning, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 11/03/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:17:32 +0000

The PM ponders a tough week at the office, the future of the live animal export industry and the fallout from the Covid inquiry.

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The Country 11/03/26: Karn Dhaliwal talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:16:53 +0000

The New Zealand winner of the Zanda McDonald Award, 32, from Te Hoe in Waikato, is the founder and owner of Ohinewai Harvest Ltd and Dhaliwal Ag Ltd. He has built a diverse horticultural and cropping business and is recognised for his entrepreneurial approach to growing, leadership within the vegetable industry and commitment to creating opportunities for the next generation in horticulture.

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The Country 11/03/26: Emma Higgins talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:16:19 +0000

Rabobank’s Senior Ag Analyst says Global dairy commodity prices have rallied this quarter – particularly for New Zealand and Australian product – despite the world’s milk supply continuing to grow and outpace demand. And is there a correlation between oil prices and whole milk powder?

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The Country 11/03/26: Vanessa Winning talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:15:43 +0000

We talk about MPI’s emergency preparedness events starting today, and ask who was the smartest person in the room last night at the Zanda McDonald Awards?

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The Country 11/03/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:15:09 +0000

Monday’s resident weatherman on a Wednesday with his autumn forecast.

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The Country with Beef + Lamb New Zealand: Mythbusting Facial Eczema

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Facial eczema can cause big headaches on the farm. Because the signs aren’t always obvious, it can creep up on you and end up costing a lot - both in production and in animal health.
In the first episode of a new podcast series from Beef + Lamb New Zealand and The Country, Hamish McKay sits down with Principal Scientist Cara Brosnahan and Senior Advisor farmer engagement Kristin Kirkpatrick. They break down what facial eczema is, what causes it, the risks for your stock, and why planning ahead is the best way to protect your animals. They also explain why this isn’t just a North Island issue anymore.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:35:35 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Rhys Roberts, Conor English, Richard Green, Nancy Crawshaw, Tessa Chartres, Dr Victoria Hatton, and Doug Avery.

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The Country 10/03/26: Rhys Roberts talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:32:50 +0000

The chairman of the Impact Summit is also a 2022 Zanda McDonald Award winner and a Mid Canterbury dairy farmer (with a market garden) with Align Farms.

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The Country 10/03/26: Conor English talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:32:17 +0000

A former chief executive of Federated Farmers, and brother of former Prime Minister Sir Bill English, comments on the state of the National Party. He’s also the president of the New Zealand Esports Federation, which starts an argument with The Country’s host, who insists gaming isn’t a sport.

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The Country 10/03/26: Richard Green talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:31:54 +0000

A leading agribusiness entrepreneur explains his talk at the Impact Summit, as one of this morning’s keynote speakers.

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The Country 10/03/26: Nancy Crawshaw and Tessa Chartres talk to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:30:40 +0000

Time for a chat with the 2024 Zanda McDonald Award winners before their presentation this afternoon. Crawshaw won for New Zealand, whereas Chartres was the Australian victor in the transtasman awards.

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The Country 10/03/26: Dr Victoria Hatton talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:30:03 +0000

The chief executive of FoodHQ Innovations is a futurist focused on building across the food innovation ecosystem.

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The Country 10/03/26: Doug Avery talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:28:41 +0000

We catch up with The Resilient Farmer, a long-time mentor of the Zanda McDonald Awards.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, March 9, 2026

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 01:04:35 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Rowland and Ingrid Smith, Te Radar, and Keith Cooper.

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The Country 09/03/26: Rowland and Ingrid Smith talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 01:02:40 +0000

Are they the First Couple of New Zealand Shearing? He may be the winner of the World Shearing Champs at the Golden Shears in Masterton, but Rowland wasn’t the only famous Smith over the weekend. His shearer wife, Ingrid, along with her mother and father, Colin and Margaret Baynes, featured on Country Calendar. Ingrid also talks about the “Made Up Farmer” and her large social media following.

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The Country 09/03/26: Te Radar talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 01:02:00 +0000

The voice behind the FMG Young Farmer contest reviews the Taranaki/Manawatū regional final held on Saturday.

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The Country 09/03/26: Keith Cooper talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 01:01:41 +0000

We welcome the chairman of the Upper Clutha A&P Society back onto the show. The last time we chatted was in his capacity as the chief executive of Silver Fern Farms.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: March 7, 2026

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Cameron Bagrie, Jo Luxton, Michael Harvey, Alex Tait, and Shane Jones.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, March 6, 2026

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:53:45 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Kieran McAnulty, Shane McManaway, Rowland Smith, Mavis Mullins, Sir David Fagan, and Hamish McKay.

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The Country 06/03/26: Kieran McAnulty talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:42:39 +0000

Local Labour MP and long-time supporter of the Golden Shears takes in the action at Masterton’s War Memorial Stadium and shares his picks for the top contenders. He also shares his thoughts on the latest Taxpayers’ Union Poll.

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The Country 06/03/26: Shane McManaway talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:41:18 +0000

Wairarapa farmer, the new chair of Growing Future Farmers, and the man behind the Greytown Health Centre. He comments on the Wairarapa season and a great weekend for the region.

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The Country 06/03/26: Rowland Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:39:47 +0000

Eight-time Golden Shears open final winner and world champion weighs up TAB predictions that he’s favoured for a world championship win, but not a ninth Golden Shears title.

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The Country 06/03/26: Mavis Mullins talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:38:24 +0000

Shearing Royalty from the Paewai-Mullins dynasty, and one of the driving forces in New Zealand’s shearing and wool industry, steps away from hosting the Golden Shears livestream to chat with The Country.

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The Country 06/03/26: Sir David Fagan talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:36:38 +0000

A shearing legend with his picks for this weekend. No one will ever beat his 16 open titles, but can Rowland Smith add to his eight?

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The Country 06/03/26: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:20:08 +0000

It's time for McKay on Sport from a former competitive junior shearer. Today’s topics are the new All Blacks coach, Dave Rennie, and Black Cap Finn Allen’s 100 from 33 balls.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, March 5, 2026

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:13:34 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Phil Holden, Alex Tait, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 05/03/26: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:11:32 +0000

The self-titled Prince of the Provinces, the Mighty Matua, opines on the Middle East crisis, the state of the economy, and why Winston Peters is such a great statesman. Plus, his ongoing debate over gold mining in Central Otago, and why he has no background on the end of a handpiece in a shearing shed, despite growing up on a Northland farm.

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The Country 05/03/26: Phil Holden talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:10:58 +0000

We find the chief executive of the NZ Shearing Contractors Association on day two of the Golden Shears and World Champs in Masterton, where he’s just launched the “Live Well, Shear Well” campaign, featuring Rowland Smith and Sam Whitelock, in association with Farmstrong.

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The Country 05/03/26: Alex Tait talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:10:37 +0000

During the Roar, ACC data shows severe hunting injuries double compared to an average month, with 40% affecting the knee or shoulder. These injuries result in an average of 76 days away from work. Northlander Alex Tait, a man with a colourful sporting background as a former Black Cap and professional golfer, shares why hunting, done responsibly, still matters.

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The Country 05/03/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:09:37 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks export meat stranded in the Middle East, Ag exports cracking the $100 billion mark, banning the word “milk” for plant juice, and whether Dame Jacinda Ardern is going to be his new next-door neighbour?

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The Country with Ballance Agri-Nutrients- Episode 1: Maximising Autumn Fertiliser Applications

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000

This autumn is shaping up to be a strong one for farmers, with warm soil temperatures and plenty of moisture driving excellent pasture growth across the country. It’s the perfect time to think about nutrient applications that not only finish the season well but also set farms up for winter and next year’s production.

The Country’s, Hamish McKay talks with Katie Aitkenhead, Science Extension Leader at Ballance on how farmers can set up well for autumn with key nutrients to finish the season strong, and how to manage nutrient loss.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:35:28 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Michael Harvey, Maegen Blom, Jack O'Connor, and Matt Bolger.

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The Country 04/03/26: Elliott Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:23:18 +0000

Newstalk ZB’s lead rugby commentator and deputy sports news editor discusses Dave Rennie being named as the new All Blacks coach.

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The Country 04/03/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:23:05 +0000

The PM ponders the latest GDT Auction (up 5.7%), Trump's attacks on Iran, the media’s attacks on Luxon, and the Golden Shears and World Shearing Champs.

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The Country 04/03/26: Michael Harvey talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:20:55 +0000

Rabobank’s Australian-based Senior Dairy Analyst comments on the surge in the GDT auction, and we also look at the trade challenges of the Middle East War for the world economy.

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The Country 04/03/26: Maegen Blom and Jack O'Connor talk to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:13:47 +0000

Ahead of next week’s Impact Summit and Zanda McDonald Awards, today’s panel features the 2025 Zanda award winners.

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The Country 04/03/26: Matt Bolger talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:11:23 +0000

Fonterra’s Managing Director of Co-op Affairs reviews another stunning GDT result overnight (up 5.7%) with SMP leading the charge at 9.1%. We also look at staff safety and operations in the Middle East.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:24:23 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Cameron Bagrie, James Robertson, George Dodson, Jo Luxton, and Kevin Bevan.

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The Country 03/03/26: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:19:21 +0000

Independent economist comments on the state of the world economy as war breaks out in the Middle East. We talk trade implications, interest and exchange rates, inflation, oil prices, equity markets, consumer demand and time frames for the conflict.

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The Country 03/03/26: James Robertson and George Dodson talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:18:25 +0000

Today’s Young Farmer panel features the 2019 and 2024 grand final winners. We discuss the Zanda McDonald Awards and Impact Summit, the safety of Fonterra staff in the Middle East, and the folly of young farmers buying new utes.

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The Country 03/03/26: Jo Luxton talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:17:19 +0000

Labour’s agriculture spokeswoman is almost voiceless, quite literally, when it comes to talking about her party’s Ag Policy.

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The Country 03/03/26: Kevin Bevan talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:16:05 +0000

Welshman living in Scotland who did his Master’s of Ag Science at Lincoln in the 1980s. He spent three years in NZ and returned to the UK, working for the government farm advisory service and then Scottish beef and lamb. He’s now an agricultural economist, involved in Ag reform post Brexit, and works with the Scottish government.

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Being Farmstrong: Live Well, Shear Well

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000

You know, the shearing industry’s been under the pump lately, with fewer people in the sheds, longer days, and tougher conditions all around. And when the pressure ramps up like that, it really can take a toll on your mental fitness.

In this first episode of the Being Farmstrong podcast series Live Well, Shear Well, Hamish McKay chats with shearing legend Rowland Smith about the launch of Live Well Shear Well, the realities crews are facing in the sheds, and, more importantly, how to look after your wellbeing when the work gets intense.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, March 2, 2026

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:23:29 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Wayne Langford, Bruce Weir, Riley Kennedy, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 02/03/26: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:22:02 +0000

The Deputy Prime Minister and Act Party leader comments on Trump’s bombing, Trump’s tariffs, “degenerate dog owners” in Northland, and selling Air New Zealand.

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The Country 02/03/26: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:21:21 +0000

The president of Federated Farmers talks about farmers using KiwiSaver, the pyjama party with Labour, his political aspirations, and a challenging world trade environment.

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The Country 02/03/26: Bruce Weir talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:20:25 +0000

General manager of Country Banking says to celebrate the landmark tenth edition of their annual Good Deeds competition, Rabobank is giving away a massive $100,000 to improve rural community halls, schools, clubrooms and marae throughout New Zealand.

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The Country 02/03/26: Riley Kennedy talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:19:15 +0000

BusinessDesk’s senior rural journalist says T&G Global’s apples business could grow 80% in the next 10 years as the market for premium fruit grows overseas. The horticulture company has fully funded that growth as forecasts point to demand for premium, branded apples to grow to $52.7 billion by 2035 – a compound annual growth rate of 7.6%.

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The Country 02/03/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:18:09 +0000

Monday’s resident weatherman on our Autumn prospects.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: February 28, 2026

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Jacob Siermans, Mark Leslie, Allan Dippie, Jen Corkran, and Christopher Luxon.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, February 27, 2026

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 01:12:42 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Jen Corkran, Stu Wyeth, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 27/02/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 01:09:20 +0000

Friday’s Weather Guy from Earth Sciences NZ farewells summer - for those of us lucky enough to have had one!

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The Country 27/02/26: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 01:07:20 +0000

We find today’s farmer/politician panel at day two of the Northland Field Days.

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The Country 27/02/26: Jen Corkran talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 01:05:19 +0000

Rabobank’s senior animal protein analyst says New Zealand’s beef supply is likely to lift modestly in 2026, supported by strong pricing signals and improved confidence across finishing systems, according to Rabobank’s Q1 Global Beef Quarterly report. The 2025 New Zealand season marked a production low, with the country’s smallest annual beef output since 2017. Plus, we look at the buoyant lamb market and ask how long it can defy gravity.

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The Country 27/02/26: Stu Wyeth talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 01:05:16 +0000

We announce the winner of our Great Southern Escape promotion.

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The Country 27/02/26: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:59:26 +0000

Our political correspondent wraps the week as Winston Peters and David Seymour disagree once again.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, February 26, 2026

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:34:53 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Walt Cavendish, Don Fraser, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Dr Elena Duter, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 26/02/26: Walt Cavendish talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:31:35 +0000

New Zealand farmers have issued an open letter to the Prime Minister and to party leaders, demanding an end to the double standard that allows animal products banned from domestic production to flood the market through imports, as new data shows imported pork now accounts for 63% of consumption.

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The Country 26/02/26: Don Fraser talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:30:14 +0000

With dairy farming for the 24/25 season at record production and income export levels, a well-known rural finance commentator comments on the multiplier effect of Fonterra’s $3.2 billion capital repayment to its farmer shareholders in the 25/26 season.

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The Country 26/02/26: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:27:09 +0000

Primary sector academic on “swimmability” and why we should count ourselves lucky in Godzone.

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The Country 26/02/26: Dr Elena Duter talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:26:25 +0000

Farmlands’ Head of Agronomy talks about the benefits of re-grassing. Why, how and when.

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The Country 26/02/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:26:12 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks Trump tariffs and farm profitability.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:28:03 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Hunter McGregor, and Stephen Guerin.

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The Country 25/02/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:24:21 +0000

The PM ponders Trump’s tariffs and the potential of selling Pāmu. He also discusses the industry kickback against the RMA rural reforms and falling electricity prices. Plus, the fall of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor (the artist formerly known as Prince).

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The Country 25/02/26: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:22:48 +0000

Our Shanghai-based correspondent has returned from his summer sojourn in New Zealand with some interesting observations.

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The Country 25/02/26: Stephen Guerin talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:21:21 +0000

PGG Wrightson’s chief executive is naturally upbeat about his company’s good half-year result, a barometer of the positivity in the rural New Zealand economy.

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The Country with Beef + Lamb New Zealand: Introducing a newer, faster alternative to larval cultures

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Parasites and drench resistance are becoming a major challenge for farmers across New Zealand, putting real pressure on productivity and profitability. Quick, accurate diagnosis can make all the difference — saving time, saving money, and helping you make smarter decisions on-farm.

In this episode brought to you by Beef + Lamb New Zealand and powered by The Country, Hamish McKay dives into this issue with two leading voices in the field: Beef + Lamb New Zealand Scientist Cara Brosnahan, and parasitologist Sarah Riddy.

Together, they break down the practical tools available right now to help identify parasite problems early — and how using a combination of these tools can give farmers clearer insights, stronger parasite management strategies, and better long‑term results.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:22:11 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Mark Leslie, Allan Dippie, Jamie McFadden, Kate Acland, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 24/02/26: Mark Leslie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:20:21 +0000

Pāmu’s chief executive says the state-owned farmer could be on track to hit its goal of $100 million in operating profit at least four years earlier than planned. It’s now forecasting an increased full-year operating profit of between $97m and $107m, as it benefits from productivity gains, continued high commodity pricing and a back-to-basics farming approach.

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The Country 24/02/26: Allan Dippie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:19:36 +0000

One of New Zealand’s leading entrepreneurs and developers is also one of the leading lights of the Backing Lincoln University Sport fundraising dinner on the eve of the Wānaka Show.

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The Country 24/02/26: Jamie McFadden talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:18:42 +0000

Groundswell’s Environmental spokesman finally gets his chance to call out The Country host for his comments that “Groundswell is barking at cars” over the Government’s proposed RMA reforms.

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The Country 24/02/26: Kate Acland talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:17:20 +0000

In its submission on the Planning Bill and Natural Environment Bill as part of RMA reforms, B+LNZ has called for significant changes because the current wording in the legislation does not match the Government’s intent. Chair Kate Acland says B+LNZ supports the Government’s desire to reform the RMA and agrees with its principles and goals for replacement of the RMA.

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The Country 24/02/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:16:20 +0000

Monday’s Weather Man on a Tuesday. Are we heading for a good week to finish summer? Are we heading into tropical cyclone season?

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The Country Full Show: Monday, February 23, 2026

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:28:01 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Todd McClay, Todd Clark, Harry Gaddum, and Jacob Siermans.

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The Country 23/02/26: Todd McClay talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:24:49 +0000

The Minister of Trade tries to clear up some of the confusion surrounding the latest on the Trump tariffs and the Indian FTA.

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The Country 23/02/26: Todd Clark and friends talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:22:36 +0000

Our Kentucky-based US farming correspondent is live in the studio with his friends Bud Tucker and John Kuegel. What do they make of New Zealand farming and farmers?

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The Country 23/02/26: Harry Gaddum talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:17:49 +0000

Hawke's Bay deer farmer and Farmstrong champion, who is championing the Gumboot Cup - a day-long cricket tournament on Saturday for 12 rural teams to encourage farmers to get off the farm. It also doubles as a fundraiser for Farmstrong and the Rural Support Trust.

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The Country 23/02/26: Jacob Siermans talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:16:46 +0000

His father is the new chief executive of Federated Farmers, but what is Jacob's connection with young farm boys who travelled 19,000km more than 100 years ago to fight for King and Country?

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Rabobank Best of The Country: February 21, 2026

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Damien O'Connor, Jane Smith, Emma Higgins, Shane Jones, and Miles Hurrell.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, February 20, 2026

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:30:58 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Miles Hurrell, Stu Loe, Stu Duncan, Kate Scott, Hamish McKay, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 20/02/26: Miles Hurrell talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:28:57 +0000

The chief executive of Fonterra announces a lift in the forecast Farmgate Milk Price to a midpoint of $9-50 (up from $9), a Special Mainland Dividend and he provides an earnings update.

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The Country 20/02/26: Stu Loe and Stu Duncan talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:28:26 +0000

Today’s farmer panel chews the farming fat.

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The Country 20/02/26: Kate Scott talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:27:46 +0000

The chief executive of Horticulture NZ comments on the state of the industry, with kiwifruit and apples leading the charge.

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The Country 20/02/26: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:27:07 +0000

McKay on Sport on the ongoing All Blacks coaching saga.

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The Country 20/02/26: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:26:44 +0000

Our political correspondent talks about the release of his long-awaited book on where all the bodies are buried - One Last Question, Prime Minister.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, February 19, 2026

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:23:47 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Jason Te Brake, Shane Jones, Farmer Tom Martin, Peter Newbold, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 19/02/26: Jason Te Brake talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:18:23 +0000

Zespri has released its final forecast for the 2025/26 season, with forecast per-hectare returns at record levels for all fruit categories. The CEO says strong global demand has allowed Zespri to sell a record crop of around 215 million trays at a strong value for growers.

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The Country 19/02/26: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:16:32 +0000

The Prince of the Provinces waxes lyrically about mining, wild dogs in Northland and Mad Dog Peters!

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The Country 19/02/26: Farmer Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:15:10 +0000

UK farming correspondent comments on a bleak winter for British farmers and why he’s taking the Government to court.

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The Country 19/02/26: Peter Newbold talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:12:40 +0000

PGG Wrightson’s GM of Real Estate takes his monthly look at the state of the rural market, and the planets are certainly aligning for farm values!

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The Country 19/02/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:10:25 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks about wool prices at a seven-year high and grain prices halving in the past four years.

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The Country with Beef + Lamb New Zealand: Small Groups, Big Shifts: How Farmers are rethinking Parasite Management

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Parasites and drench resistance are becoming a major challenge for farmers across New Zealand, putting real pressure on productivity and profitability.

Quick, accurate diagnosis can make all the difference — saving time, saving money, and helping you make smarter decisions on-farm.

In the next episode of the podcast series brought to you by Beef and Lamb New Zealand and powered by The Country, Hamish McKay dives into this issue with Vet Sarah Williams, and Cheviot farmer Harry Railton.

Together, they look at how Beef and Lamb New Zealand’s livestock management groups are making a difference in the ways parasites are controlled and monitored on farm, and how the farmer lead groups are helping innovate parasite management strategies.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:19:52 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Emma Higgins, Adam Thompson, Mitch Highett, and Craig Wiggins.

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The Country 18/02/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:15:40 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders the prospect of a managed retreat from flooding, a sobering infrastructure plan, National Lamb Day and the state of the rural economy, and why one of his MPs is letting the side down.

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The Country 18/02/26: Emma Higgins talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:13:41 +0000

Rabobank’s Senior Ag Analyst comments on another great GDT Auction overnight (up 3.6%) and whether red meat prices are sustainable at their current record highs.

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The Country 18/02/26: Adam Thompson and Mitch Highett talk to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:11:54 +0000

Today’s Zanda Panel previews the Impact Summit in Christchurch in early March. They encourage others to enter the Zanda McDonald Awards.

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The Country 18/02/26: Craig Higgins talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:09:32 +0000

He’s doing rural health and wellness at the East Coast Farming Expo at Wairoa. But what a mission he had to get there!

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:18:37 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Sir David Carter, Andy Borland, Jane Smith, Tom Young, and Dave Martin.

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The Country 17/02/26: Sir David Carter talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:16:12 +0000

We catch up with a former Minister of Agriculture and Speaker of the House, who these days farms on Banks Peninsula, in the worst flooding event in over 40 years (more than 250 mms in the last 24 hours).

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The Country 17/02/26: Andy Borland talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:15:24 +0000

We chew the fat with the chief executive of pet food and horticulture company Scales - and the co-organiser of the Lincoln University Sports Dinner at Wānaka on the eve of the Wānaka A&P Show.

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The Country 17/02/26: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:15:01 +0000

Today, we find a high-profile North Otago farmer in the Big Smoke of Auckland on a director’s course. But can she use her “self-reflection break” to learn to be more tolerant of activists and diversity experts?

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The Country 17/02/26: Tom Young talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:14:26 +0000

The National Livestock Manager for Affco says while farmers are enjoying record returns for red meat, the meat companies are not making money, and the current prices are not sustainable.

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The Country 17/02/26: Dave Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:13:23 +0000

We preview the East Coast Farming Expo, which starts tomorrow at Wairoa. Have they dodged a weather bullet?

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The Country Full Show: Monday, February 16, 2026

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:42:23 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Andrew Hoggard, Damien O'Connor, Ian Strahan, Dominic Jones, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 16/02/26: Andrew Hoggard talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:40:47 +0000

Manawatū farmer and Act MP - how bad is it in the eye of the storm?

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The Country 16/02/26: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:40:22 +0000

Labour’s trade spokesman comments on the Indian FTA, whether Labour will support it, and ponders who the candidates for the West Coast Tasman electorate could be.

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The Country 16/02/26: Ian Strahan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:39:18 +0000

Federated Farmers’ Manawatū President updates on the storm battering his region.

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The Country 16/02/26: Dominic Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:38:58 +0000

The managing director of Origin Capital Partners discusses the state of the kiwifruit industry and how you can invest in it.

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The Country 16/02/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:38:29 +0000

Monday’s resident weatherman has been kept busy over the weekend.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: February 14, 2026

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Mark Warren, Mike Casey, Nathan Guy, Chris Hipkins, Winston Peters, and Christopher Luxon.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, February 13, 2026

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 01:12:58 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Sir David Fagan, Bryce McKenzie, Bruce Weir, Vanessa Winning, Simon Beamish, and Hamish McKay.

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The Country 13/02/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 01:08:43 +0000

The prime minister celebrates great results for New Zealand’s red meat sector, discusses RMA reforms, and rules out a water tax.

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The Country 13/02/26: Sir David Fagan talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 01:07:11 +0000

A shearing legend joins The Country to talk about a very strong Kiwi team for the Golden Shears World Shearing and Woolhandling Championships in March.

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The Country 13/02/26: Bryce McKenzie talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 01:06:08 +0000

Groundswell's co-founder says that, while the prime minister isn't going for a water tax, that doesn't mean a future government won't impose one.

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The Country 13/02/26: Bruce Weir talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 01:04:06 +0000

Rabobank’s general manager of country banking on rural interest rates, succession workshops, and positivity in the primary sector.

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The Country 13/02/26: Vanessa Winning talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 01:00:10 +0000

MPI’s programme director of export growth and director of on-farm support, on the Science for Farmers programme.

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The Country 13/02/26: Simon Beamish talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:57:22 +0000

We catch up with a Hawke’s Bay sheep and beef farmer who comments on a great season, and what his son, athletics world champion, Geordie, is up to.

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The Country 13/02/26: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:56:13 +0000

Time for McKay on Sport and a yarn about Super Rugby.

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DairyNZ Update: Greg Collins Associate Director DairyNZ

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:12:51 +0000

Michelle Watt talks to Associate Director at DairyNZ Greg Collins and discusses the benefits of being involved in governance roles.

To find out more about how to apply for a DNZ Governance Role head to www.dairynz.co.nz

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, February 12, 2026

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:22:06 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Wayne Langford, Tim Dangen, Chris Brandolino, Andrew Gibson, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 12/02/26: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:19:31 +0000

The President of Federated Farmers addresses rumours he is considering a career in national (or should that be Labour?) politics. Plus, we also look at the controversial RMA reforms (is there a water tax in there?) and the submission process.

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The Country 12/02/26: Tim Dangen talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:18:58 +0000

We find the 2022 NZ Young Farmer of the Year on the ground on day two of the Southern Field Days at Waimumu.

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The Country 12/02/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:18:28 +0000

Don’t blame it on the weatherman! Our man from Earth Sciences NZ warns of another potential serious rain event.

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The Country 12/02/26: Andrew Gibson talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:18:06 +0000

PGG Wrightson’s Taranaki Area Livestock Manager and Auctioneer.

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The Country 12/02/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:17:31 +0000

Our Australian Correspondent comments on fruit cooking on the tree in a sustained heat wave across the ditch, and the depletion of the Great Artesian Basin.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:58:17 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Nathan Guy, Chris Hipkins, Winston Peters, Christopher Luxon, Kate Acland, Todd McClay, David Seymour, Jono Pemberton, Steve Abel, and Todd Charteris.

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The Country 11/02/26: Nathan Guy talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:55:28 +0000

What better way to kick off the National Lamb Day proceedings than with the chairman of the Meat Industry Association?

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The Country 11/02/26: Chris Hipkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:54:44 +0000

The Labour leader on the India Free Trade Agreement, which he calls a "botched process by the government".

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The Country 11/02/26: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:52:13 +0000

NZ First’s leader reckons there’s still a dairy deal for New Zealand in the Indian FTA.

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The Country 11/02/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:48:09 +0000

The Prime Minister reminisces about his t-shirt faux pas from last year’s barbecue, before discussing the free trade agreement with India.

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The Country 11/02/26: Kate Acland and Todd McClay talk to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:47:33 +0000

The chairwoman of Beef + Lamb New Zealand and the Minister of Agriculture and Trade take in the sights and sounds of the barbecue. Acland talks about record beef prices, and McClay discusses the free trade agreement with India.

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The Country 11/02/26: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:43:39 +0000

The Act Party leader on why it’s worth listening to Question Time, and what he makes of the Indian FTA.

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The Country 11/02/26: Jon Pemberton and Steve Abel talk to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:38:48 +0000

A Southland dairy farmer and Ag Proud founder, and the Green Party Agriculture spokesperson, stop for a chat. Pemberton talks about his contribution to National Lamb Day, and Abel discusses what the Green Party could offer farmers.

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The Country 11/02/26: Todd Charteris talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:36:18 +0000

Rabobank’s chief executive is pleased with the turnout for the National Lamb Day barbecue.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:19:51 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Mark Warren, Mike Casey, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Campbell Parker, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 10/02/26: Mark Warren talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:17:58 +0000

As we count down to National Lamb Day, we catch up with a Hawke’s Bay sheep and beef farmer who has the lofty goal of a $1500 lamb! But how do the sums work on that one?

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The Country 10/02/26: Mike Casey talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:15:58 +0000

We find the Cromwell cherry grower behind the “Great Electric Cherry Migration” on his way to Wellington to woo politicians, with a big electric 18-wheeler truck laden with Central Otago’s finest fare.

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The Country 10/02/26: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:15:17 +0000

One of New Zealand’s leading primary sector academics digs deep into soil, writing, “To cleaners, it is dirt. To farmers and growers, it is soil”.

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The Country 10/02/26: Campbell Parker talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:14:29 +0000

The chief executive of DairyNZ encourages farmers to vote YES in the upcoming Milksolids Levy vote.

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The Country 10/02/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:12:52 +0000

We catch up with Monday’s resident weatherman on a Tuesday for a look at the week ahead.

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The Country with Property Brokers Land & Lifestyle Market Insights: Episode Four Rural Property Market with Conrad Wilkshire

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000

In the final episode of Land and Lifestyle Property Market Insights, Jess Davidson discusses with Property Brokers Rural General Manager Conrad Wilkshire, some of the current trends, sector insights, and the future long-term outlook for the Rural Property Market.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, February 9, 2026

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:39:52 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Rowland Smith, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Pita Alexander, Greg Millar, and Jeremy Rookes.

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The Country 09/02/26: Rowland Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:38:19 +0000

We catch up with shearer Rowland Smith, who has just made the Shearing Sports New Zealand team for the 2026 Golden Shears World Shearing and Woolhandling Championships.

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The Country 09/02/26: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:37:24 +0000

Today’s farmer/politician panel ponders National Lamb Day, Wellington’s water woes, RMA reforms and submissions, and the Fonterra farmer vote on the $2 return of share capital.

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The Country 09/02/26: Pita Alexander talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:36:48 +0000

Christchurch-based farm accountant and raconteur says, “What an interesting world we are living in presently”.

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The Country 09/02/26: Greg Millar talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:36:24 +0000

The national fundraising manager for the IHC Calf and Rural Scheme has a positive update.

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The Country 09/02/26: Jeremy Rookes talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:35:59 +0000

The Country's unofficial Canterbury-based lifestyle block and hobby farmer spokesman discusses why he's not keen on National Lamb Day.

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DairyNZ Update: David Cooper RMA reform

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000

In this DairyNZ Update, Michelle talks to David Cooper, a DairyNZ principal policy advisor about the reforms being made by Government to the RMA, and local government act, and how DairyNZ are working with farmers to make sure their voices are heard.

To find out more about the RMA and local government reform and how it may affect farming, go to www.dairynz.co.nz or Ministry of the Environment website.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: February 7, 2026

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Sir Ian Taylor, Hunter McGregor, Paul Joules, Jane Smith, and Shane Jones.

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DairyNZ Update: Callum Eastwood generative artificial intelligence

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Today on a special interview from DairyNZ, Michelle Watt talks to DairyNZ senior scientist Callum Eastwood, about what generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) is, and what opportunities it can provide to enhance farming systems.

To find out more about how AI can help drive productivity on your farm, and check out the DairyNZ tool Daisy, got to www.dairynz.co.nz

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, February 5, 2026

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:16:57 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Jane Smith, Rachel Shearer, Chris Russell, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 05/02/26: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:14:32 +0000

We find the Prince of the Provinces, Matua Shane, dodging foreign objects at Waitangi. We get his response to Sir Ian Taylor’s opposition to his proposed fast-tracked gold mine at Bendigo, Central Otago.

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The Country 05/02/26: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:14:02 +0000

North Otago sheep and beef farmer and award-winning environmentalist. She talks about the demise of fake food, the food pyramid being turned upside down and the woke school grading system. Plus, why she won’t be voting for Damien O’Connor in the Waitaki electorate.

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The Country 05/02/26: Rachel Shearer talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:13:07 +0000

PGG Wrightson’s GM of Wool reviews a market on the up and up!

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The Country 05/02/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:12:39 +0000

Our Australian correspondent comments on the heat wave, bush fires, the dumb Rugby World Cup draw, exporting camel milk to the US, and breeding sterile blowflies.

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The Country 05/02/26: Phil Duncan to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:10:49 +0000

Monday’s resident weatherman wraps the week on a Thursday, as he previews the long holiday weekend.

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The Country with Beef + Lamb New Zealand: 75 years strong, the sheep & beef farm survey

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 02:00:00 +0000

To understand where you’re headed, sometimes you need to look back. This year marks 75 years of Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Sheep and Beef Survey — 75 years of data, insights, and trend-spotting that help farmers make informed decisions on farm.

In a special-edition podcast, brought to you by Beef + Lamb New Zealand and powered by The Country, Hamish McKay speaks with Beef + Lamb New Zealand General Manager of Insights, Julian Ashby.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:47:56 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Sir Ian Taylor, Paul Joules, and Richard Allen.

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The Country 04/02/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:41:01 +0000

The PM ponders the lead-up to National Lamb Day (Feb 15) and the National Lamb Day broadcast from Parliament Lawns next Wednesday (Feb 11). We also discuss the upcoming regional farmer Field Days season, and who’s right - Shane Jones or Sir Ian Taylor when it comes to gold mining at Bendigo in Central Otago?

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The Country 04/02/26: Sir Ian Taylor talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:39:04 +0000

To dig or not to dig? A leading NZ businessman and entrepreneur prepares to take on Matua Shane Jones, the Prince of the Provinces, over gold mining in Bendigo, Central Otago.

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The Country 04/02/26: Paul Joules talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:37:17 +0000

Consumers may soon see products containing cocoa-free chocolate appearing on shelves as confectionery manufacturers look to manage increased volatility in the price and supply of cocoa beans, according to newly-released research from Rabobank. But what will it taste like? We ask a RaboResearch analyst.

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The Country 04/02/26: Richard Allen to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:35:52 +0000

After the mystery surrounding the latest GDT Auction, Fonterra’s President, Global Ingredients, finally got us the real numbers. And they were worth waiting for – WMP + 5.3%, SMP + 10.6% and Butter + 8.8%.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:53:01 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Mark Hooper, Don Morrison, Mark de Lautour, and Rick Ladd.

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The Country 03/02/26: Mark Hooper talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:51:37 +0000

Federated Farmers RMA reform spokesman says while it supports the intent of the Government’s resource management overhaul, a deep dive into the draft legislation has revealed some serious concerns. Most concerning are provisions allowing freshwater rights to be auctioned, tendered, or levied - effectively enabling freshwater to be taxed.

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The Country 03/02/26: Don Morrison talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:49:55 +0000

High-profile Southland sheep and beef farmer, cannabis grower, and former Alliance Board director. He is also one of the alumni behind the Lincoln University “Backing LU Sport” dinner in Wānaka on Thursday, March 12, on the eve of the Wānaka Show.

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The Country 03/02/26: Mark de Lautour talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:48:50 +0000

The chief executive of Open Country Dairy talks about the Gulf Food Trade Show in the Middle East, why Trump is good for business, and the prospects for tonight’s third GDT for 2026.

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The Country 03/02/26: Rick Ladd talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:47:55 +0000

The director of sales for Brandt looks at a 10% annual rise in tractor sales here in New Zealand, albeit off a low base, in comparison with the slump in the UK, where registrations fell to their lowest level on record and the lowest since before WWII.

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Dairy Insights with Fonterra: Peter Murphy

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 03:22:49 +0000

Michelle Watt talks to Peter Murphy, General manager of Operations at Fonterra.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, February 2, 2026

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:25:52 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Sir David Fagan, Nick Webster, Hunter McGregor, and Steve Wyn-Harris.

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The Country 02/02/26: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:23:44 +0000

The Act Party leader and Deputy PM comments on Act's ag policy, Winston’s election campaign in full swing, and whether Waitangi Day will be divisive this year.

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The Country 02/02/26: Sir David Fagan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:22:46 +0000

The countdown to the Golden Shears and World Shearing Championships in Masterton (March 4-7) is well and truly on. This weekend in Marton, we not only host the Welsh shearing test, but we also find out who will join Toa Henerson and woolhandler Joel Henare in the NZ team for the World Champs. And there were two world records set in the past fortnight - men’s (3 stand) and women’s (4 stand) for 8-hour lamb shearing.

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The Country 02/02/26: Nick Webster talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:22:36 +0000

As we build towards National Lamb Day on Feb 15, it’s apt we talk to a North Otago dairy, sheep and cropping farmer who’s gone back to opening a farm store right beside where it all began on the Totara Estate in 1882 (144 years ago).

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The Country 02/02/26: Hunter McGregor to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:22:34 +0000

Our Shanghai-based correspondent talks about the Chinese New Year, shared bikes and eating turtles.

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The Country 02/02/26: Steve Wyn-Harris talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:22:29 +0000

Hawke’s Bay sheep and beef farmer and spokesperson for Fireballs Aotearoa - the network comprises meteor-tracking cameras mounted in schools, institutions, observatories and with the public.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: January 31, 2026

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Geoff Ross, Christopher Luxon, Dr Robyn Dynes, Emma Higgins, and Winston Peters.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, January 30, 2026

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:36:02 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Todd McClay, Emma Higgins, Te Radar, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, and Hamish McKay.

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The Country 30/01/26: Todd McClay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:35:22 +0000

We ask the Minister of Agriculture and Trade, who is telling porkies about the India FTA? Him or Winston? And is this more about Winston’s nationalistic dislike of immigration than it is about free trade?

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The Country 30/01/26: Emma Higgins talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:34:48 +0000

Rabobank’s senior ag analyst previews the bank’s NZ Agribusiness Outlook 2026 - titled "Keeping one move ahead".

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The Country 30/01/26: Te Radar talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:33:14 +0000

The voice of the FMG Young Farmer Contest previews the first of seven regional finals, with Aorangi getting underway at the Woodbury Domain tomorrow in South Canterbury.

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The Country 30/01/26: Emma Poole and Tim Dangen talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:32:20 +0000

Today’s farmer panel ponders parenting, pastures and payouts.

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The Country 30/01/26: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:29:30 +0000

McKay on Sport on the Aussie Open and why does Novak cop so much crap?

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, January 29, 2026

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:28:53 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Winston Peters, David Birkett, Brian de Lore, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 29/01/26: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:18:00 +0000

Is he a wily old nationalistic crocodile “dog whistling” over the Indian FTA and immigration?

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The Country 29/01/26: David Birkett talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:17:10 +0000

The Federated Farmers arable chairman, who grows wheat, barley and vegetable seeds in Leeston, just south of Christchurch, said growers should be harvesting but are sitting on their hands as Canterbury has suffered another tough harvesting season.

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The Country 29/01/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:16:53 +0000

We ask our Australian correspondent why he’s literally sitting in the Murray River?

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The Country 29/01/26: Brian de Lore talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:16:53 +0000

With the Karaka yearling sales this week, we talk to the author of The Horsemakers - a book which places the breeders, the people behind the thoroughbred horses, at the centre of the story.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:26:21 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Stephen Jacobi, Dr Robyn Dynes, and Paul Allison.

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The Country 28/01/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:22:31 +0000

The Prime Minister comments on the retirement of Attorney General Judith Collins, Winston Peters and the Indian FTA, Budget Day, inflation being a spanner in the works for the economic recovery, and Emergency Response Minister Mark Mitchell’s great work on the ground in tragic circumstances.

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The Country 28/01/26: Stephen Jacobi talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:22:19 +0000

This leading trade analyst has rubbished claims that New Zealand could have got a better free trade deal with India if it had prolonged the negotiations. He says that New Zealand had a window to get this deal now and that if we hadn’t taken it, the next opportunity could have been years away, with no guarantee of a better deal.

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The Country 28/01/26: Dr Robyn Dynes talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:22:08 +0000

Dynes was recognised in the New Year Honours for services to agricultural science. A farming systems scientist who has shaped more sustainable agricultural practices, she becomes a member of the New Zealand Order of Merit.

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The Country 28/01/26: Paul Allison talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:18:56 +0000

We announce the finalists for the NZ Rural Sports Awards with a leading sports broadcaster and commentator, who is also the head judge.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:23:18 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Geoff Ross, Damien O'Connor, Todd Clark, Kevin "Smiley" Barrett, and Cam Clayton.

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The Country 27/01/26: Geoff Ross talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:22:07 +0000

The co-owner of Lake Hawea Station says there is a significant deficit in meeting our Paris Climate targets, impacting our global reputation and trade partnerships. Importing offshore carbon credits to meet this deficit should be a last resort when a local solution is available - New Zealand farms.

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The Country 27/01/26: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:21:41 +0000

Labour's trade Spokesman discusses the India FTA, roads, trucks, and the latest RNZ Reid Research poll.

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The Country 27/01/26: Todd Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:20:56 +0000

From the bluegrasses of Kentucky (or should that be white grass?), our US farming correspondent comments on a polar vortex storm that has seen temperatures near the Canadian border dropping to as low as minus 49 F (minus 45 C). The lowest natural temperature ever directly recorded at ground level on Earth is −89.2 °C (−128.6 °F) at the then-Soviet Vostok Station in Antarctica.

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The Country 27/01/26: Kevin 'Smiley' Barrett talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:19:05 +0000

Taranaki dairy farmer and the sire of the Barrett rugby clan. Today we talk farming and footy.

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The Country 27/01/26: Cam Clayton talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:18:40 +0000

The winner of the Steelfort's Cub Cadet LX547 ride-on mower valued at $6389.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, January 26, 2026

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:32:33 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Phil Duncan, Grant McCallum, Andrew Hoggard, Blair McLean, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and John McOviney.

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The Country 26/01/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:31:30 +0000

Monday’s weatherman ponders what happened to summer? When will the Aussie heat make it across the Tasman?

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The Country 26/01/26: Grant McCallum and Andrew Hoggard talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:30:34 +0000

Today’s farmer/politician panel chews the farming fat.

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The Country 26/01/26: Blair McLean talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:29:33 +0000

Our Blenheim-based viticulture and horticulture correspondent comments on a really tough summer for the industry, but we cheer you up with your chance to win some Central Otago cherries.

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The Country 26/01/26: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:28:21 +0000

One of this country’s leading primary sector academics laments the lack of productivity and growth in our economy, saying agriculture is growing at 2% per year, while the rest of the economy is languishing at 0.3% per annum.

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The Country 26/01/26: John McOviney talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:27:16 +0000

Waitomo sheep and beef farmer and the chief executive of Steelfort, gives away a Cub Cadet LX547 ride-on mower valued at $6389.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: January 24, 2026

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Cameron Bagrie, Jo Luxton, Farmer Tom Martin, Jen Corkran, Shane Jones, and Jane Smith.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, January 23, 2026

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:53:53 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Sandra Matthews, Stu Duncan, Stu Loe, Dougie Haynes, and Hamish McKay.

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The Country 23/01/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:47:12 +0000

Mother Nature has brutalised the North Island this week, but what does she have in store for the recovery phase? We ask Friday’s Weather Guy from Earth Sciences NZ.

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The Country 23/01/26: Sandra Matthews talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:46:29 +0000

Gisborne sheep and beef farmer and former President of Rural Women NZ on the devastation in her region.

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The Country 23/01/26: Stu Duncan and Stu Loe talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:46:06 +0000

Today’s farmer panel ponders the weather, the Karaka Million race, the yearling sales, hail in Canterbury, and Razor Robertson.

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The Country 23/01/26: Dougie Haynes talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:45:14 +0000

Walking the length of New Zealand is hard enough, but Mangawhai’s Haynes is going one step further by carrying two sets of golf clubs to raise money for KidsCan.

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The Country 23/01/26: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:44:34 +0000

McKay On Sport called it early when it came to Razor’s axing.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, January 22, 2026

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:40:43 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Mark Mitchell, Brent Mountfort, Sandra Faulkner, Christopher Luxon, Jane Smith, Peter Newbold, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 22/01/26: Mark Mitchell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:35:20 +0000

The Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery live on the ground at the tragic landslide at Mount Maunganui.

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The Country 22/01/26: Brent Mountfort and Sandra Faulkner talk to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:34:52 +0000

Federated Farmers’ Bay of Plenty president and Gisborne-based national board member give an update on the flooding and slips in their region.

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The Country 22/01/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:33:53 +0000

The Prime Minister discusses the tragedy unfolding at Mount Maunganui and the election date.

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The Country 22/01/26: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:32:52 +0000

This North Otago farmer is in one of the country’s dry regions. We discuss the Aussie bushfires and whether we face the same dangers here. She also questions the value of a long run into the election.

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The Country 22/01/26: Peter Newbold talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:31:12 +0000

We take our monthly look at the state of the rural market with the GM of PGG Wrightson Real Estate.

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The Country 22/01/26: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:30:38 +0000

Our Australian correspondent asks whether the weight loss drug Ozempic is a threat or an opportunity for beef? And he looks forward to eating lamb on Monday for Australia Day.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:25:34 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Shane Jones, Geoff Crawford, Andrew Murray, and Jen Corkran.

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The Country 21/01/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:24:58 +0000

Friday’s Weather Guy on a very wet Wednesday as red rain warnings are issued.

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The Country 21/01/26: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:23:59 +0000

From the Bay of Islands, the Prince of the Provinces has his say on the Northland floods, the election date, his war of words with Sam Neill over mining in Central Otago, and whether he’s NZ’s version of Donald Trump.

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The Country 21/01/26: Geoff Crawford talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:22:56 +0000

A Northland farmer in the flooded Hikurangi Swamp, just north of Whangārei, updates the biblical rainfall numbers falling in his region.

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The Country 21/01/26: Andrew Murray talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:21:21 +0000

Fonterra’s CFO comments on another good GDT Auction overnight to kick start 2026 (up 1.5%, WMP + 1%).

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The Country 21/01/26: Jen Corkran talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:20:19 +0000

Rabobank’s senior animal protein analyst has only positive comments to make about the buoyant prospects for red meat in 2026.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:25:19 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Cameron Bagrie, Dominic Jones, Tom Young, Jo Luxton, and Tom Martin.

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The Country 20/01/26: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:21:32 +0000

An independent economist who offers his take on the state of the nation. He unequivocally says 2026 will be better than 2025.

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The Country 20/01/26: Dominic Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:20:29 +0000

The general manager of Origin Capital Partners, a kiwifruit-growing managed fund and Zespri’s second-largest shareholder, looks at the very positive state of the industry.

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The Country 20/01/26: Tom Young talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:19:26 +0000

Affco’s national manager comments on the buoyant state of the red meat industry, with beef and lamb at record prices.

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The Country 20/01/26: Jo Luxton talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:18:57 +0000

Now that it’s election year, will we finally get some ag policy out of Labour’s ag spokesperson?

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The Country 20/01/26: Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:17:25 +0000

Our UK farming correspondent talks about tough times for British farmers and why Sir Kier Starmer is so unpopular with the rural sector.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, January 19, 2026

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:36:23 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Grant McCallum, Mark de Lautour, Graeme Williams, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 19/01/26: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:26:37 +0000

The Deputy PM kicks off the election year on The Country, ahead of the PM’s State of the Nation speech today.

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The Country 19/01/26: Grant McCallum talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:25:39 +0000

The local Northland MP and dairy farmer updates on the flooding that is devastating his province.

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The Country 19/01/26: Mark de Lautour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:24:43 +0000

The chief executive of Open Country Dairy on a great first GDT Auction for 2026, the Tour of Southland, cheese rolls and the Gulf Food Show in the Middle East.

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The Country 19/01/26: Graeme Williams talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:24:34 +0000

East Coast farmer and bush poet asks whether carbon farming will be the demise for some in rural New Zealand, and he reflects fondly on being in a debate with the late Sir Tim Shadbolt.

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The Country 19/01/26: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:24:30 +0000

Monday’s resident weatherman comments on the North Island flooding and says there’s more to come.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: January 17, 2026

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Simon Goss, Stefan Vogel, Hamish Marr, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Wayne Langford.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, January 16, 2026

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:53:15 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Rachel Shearer, Alan Whetton, George Dodson, Hugh Jackson, Hunter McGregor, and Riley Kennedy.

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The Country 16/01/26: Rachel Shearer talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:53:01 +0000

The general manager of PGG Wrightson Wool has a good news update on the market.

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The Country 16/01/26: Alan Whetton talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:52:02 +0000

It’s time for McKay on Sport, and no surprises what today’s topic is - Scott “Razor” Robertson’s departure.

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The Country 16/01/26: George Dodson and Hugh Jackson talk to Hamish McKay

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:51:04 +0000

Today’s farmer panel comprises two FMG Young Farmer of the Year winners, Dodson being 2024’s and Jackson 2025. They discuss dairy, sheep and beef prospects, and how to succeed in the Young Farmer of the Year contest.

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The Country 16/01/26: Hunter McGregor talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:50:12 +0000

We catch up with our China correspondent, who is currently dealing with a heat wave. Plus, will Kiwi farmers be affected by the new China beef quota?

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The Country 16/01/26: Riley Kennedy talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:49:27 +0000

Senior journalist at BusinessDesk discusses a buoyant start to 2026 for the primary sector.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, January 15, 2026

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:54:22 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Richard Loe, Mike Siermans, Chris Russell, Tony Cochrane, and Mike Inglis.

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The Country 15/01/26: Richard Loe talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:50:55 +0000

A former All Black on current coach Scott Robertson’s future.

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The Country 15/01/26: Mike Siermans talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:48:11 +0000

We catch up with the new chief executive of Federated Farmers.

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The Country 15/01/26: Chris Russell talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:47:28 +0000

Our Aussie correspondent on record beef exports and new Chinese tariffs, plus EU trade talks and fertiliser concerns.

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The Country 15/01/26: Tony Cochrane talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:46:20 +0000

Time to talk all things deer-related with PGG Wrightson’s National Deer & Velvet Manager.

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The Country 15/01/26: Mike Inglis talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:45:14 +0000

Biosecurity New Zealand commissioner north has the latest on the Queensland fruit fly and yellow-legged hornet.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:27:20 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Hamish Marr, Stefan Vogel, Tracy Brown, and Eden Carson.

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The Country 14/01/26: Hamish Marr talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:23:17 +0000

This Mid Canterbury arable farmer is the former special trade envoy. He discusses stepping down and recounts the memorable moments of three years in the role.

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The Country 14/01/26: Stefan Vogel talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:21:44 +0000

General manager RaboResearch Australia and NZ, on the impact of weight loss medications on the food and agri-sector

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The Country 14/01/26: Tracy Brown talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:20:35 +0000

DairyNZ’s chairwoman on what is ahead for the sector in 2026, and the upcoming levy vote.

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The Country 14/01/26: Eden Carson talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:19:09 +0000

White Ferns and Otago cricketer talks about growing up in the Maniototo on a sheep and beef farm, and how a rural upbringing has influenced a career in high-level sport.

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The Country with Property Brokers Land & Lifestyle Market Insights: Episode Three Rural Property Market with Conrad Wilkshire

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 01:30:00 +0000

Welcome to a new podcast brought to you by Property Brokers and powered by The Country. In Episode Three of Land and Lifestyle Property Markets, Jess Davidson reviews 2025 with Property Brokers Rural General Manager Conrad Wilkshire, and discusses what is driving confidence in the rural sector.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:41:39 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Neil Bateup, Rowland and Ingrid Smith, Kate Scott, Kate Acland, and Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.

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The Country 13/01/26: Neil Bateup talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:40:25 +0000

Former Rural Support Trust chairman on being elevated to a companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit, for services to the rural sector. He discusses the history of the Rural Support Trust, and what the organisation means to him and the people it helps.

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The Country 13/01/26: Rowland and Ingrid Smith talk to Hamish McKay

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:39:09 +0000

We catch up with one of New Zealand’s farming and shearing “power couples”.

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The Country 13/01/26: Kate Acland talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:38:17 +0000

Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s chairwoman on how the summer has been for farmers so far, and the FTA with India. Beef + Lamb NZ turns 75 this year. What's on the cards?

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The Country 13/01/26: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:32:04 +0000

A leading farming academic has her say on nitrogen, waterways and dairy cows. Plus, what was on her reading list this summer?

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The Country Full Show: Monday, January 12, 2026

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:36:17 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Wayne Langford, Mike McIntyre, Kate Scott, Simon Goss, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 12/01/26: Wayne Langford talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:35:49 +0000

Federated Farmers president looks back at a successful 2025 and looks forward to more results in 2026.

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The Country 12/01/26: Mike McIntyre talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:34:20 +0000

Jarden’s head of derivatives takes a look at last week’s buoyant first GDT for 2026.

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The Country 12/01/26: Kate Scott talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:33:33 +0000

The chief executive of Horticulture NZ on fruit fly detection in Auckland, an FTA with India, and HortNZ’s priorities and predictions for 2026.

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The Country 12/01/26: Simon Goss talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:32:26 +0000

We catch up with a Whanganui shearer to yarn about his breaking a world shearing record with 732 ewes in nine hours.

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The Country 12/01/26: Phil Duncan talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:31:07 +0000

It’s time for a weather update with our man from weatherwatch.co.nz.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: December 20, 2025

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Ray Smith, Nadia Lim and Carlos Bagrie, Miles Hurrell, Jane Smith, and Christopher Luxon.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, December 19, 2025

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:31:21 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Don Carson, Steve Wyn-Harris, Jeremy Rookes, Nathan Guy, Rowena Duncum, Craig Wiggins, Chris Brandolino, and Hamish McKay.

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The Country 19/12/25: Don Carson talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:25:11 +0000

Our annual long-standing tradition - the Ag Person of the Year.

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The Country 19/12/25: Steve Wyn-Harris and Jeremy Rookes talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:24:11 +0000

Today’s farmer panel.

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The Country 19/12/25: Nathan Guy talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:22:18 +0000

The newly-appointed special trade agricultural envoy.

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The Country 19/12/25: Rowena Duncum and Craig Wiggins talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:21:13 +0000

Today’s second correspondent panel.

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The Country 19/12/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:20:46 +0000

Earth Sciences NZ weather guy.

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The Country 19/12/25: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:19:03 +0000

McKay on Sport.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, December 18, 2025

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:24:19 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Alison Shanks, Todd Charteris, John McOviney, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 18/12/25: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:23:20 +0000

For the final time in 2025, it’s the Prince of the Provinces, the Mighty Matua! We discuss a fun day in Parliament and his Ag Person/s of the Year.

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The Country 18/12/25: Alison Shanks talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:23:16 +0000

From high-performance sport to a high-performance Ag Tech company, we talk to a former world champion cyclist about her transition from the track to tracking cows with Halter.

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The Country 18/12/25: Todd Charteris talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:23:10 +0000

The chief executive of Rabobank wraps the 2025 farming year and names his Ag Person of the Year.

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The Country 18/12/25: John McOviney talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:22:25 +0000

A Waitomo sheep and beef farmer and the chief executive of Steelfort, who’s in the business of both growing grass and cutting it.

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The Country 18/12/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:19:44 +0000

Our Australian correspondent reflects on the Bondi Beach shooting, beef feedlots at 100% capacity and his Aussie Ag person of the Year.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:22:20 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Miles Hurrell, Jane Smith, Hunter McGregor, and Jim Hopkins.

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The Country 17/12/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:20:33 +0000

The Prime Minister makes his final appearance for 2025. He ponders the December Situation and Outlook for the Primary Industries (SOPI), the Half-Year Economic and Fiscal Update (HYEFU), a surprise Christmas dinner guest and his Ag Person of the Year.

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The Country 17/12/25: Miles Hurrell talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:20:23 +0000

Fonterra’s chief executive comments on another disappointing Global Dairy Trade Auction overnight, down 4.4%, the ninth drop in a row. Is a payout beginning with an “8″ now on the cards?

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The Country 17/12/25: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:20:11 +0000

North Otago farmer, award-winning environmentalist and Groundswell poster child - or is she? Today, she has Ikea, carbon farming and wind turbines in her sights. Plus, we get her Ag Person of the Year.

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The Country 17/12/25: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:19:09 +0000

Our Shanghai-based correspondent finds some long-awaited “green shoots” in the Chinese economy and goes one better in his Ag Person of the Year. He has his Ag Industry in China Awards!

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The Country 17/12/25: Jim Hopkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:18:10 +0000

Our long-standing rural raconteur chips in with his Ag Person of the Year.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:28:27 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Ray Smith, Damien O'Connor, Nadia Lim, Carlos Bagrie, Mark de Lautour, and Peter Newbold.

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The Country 16/12/25: Ray Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:24:41 +0000

The Director General of MPI reviews the December Situation and Outlook for the Primary Industries (SOPI) that was released this morning. Kiwi farmers, growers, and primary producers are driving New Zealand’s economy with food and fibre exports set to reach a record $62 billion for the year to June 30, 2026. The sector now accounts for 83% of all NZ goods exports.

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The Country 16/12/25: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:23:18 +0000

Labour’s Trade Spokesman joins us for our final argument of 2025! Plus, we discuss SOPI, an FTA with India and O'Connor's Ag Person of the Year.

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The Country 16/12/25: Nadia Lim and Carlos Bagrie talk to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:22:47 +0000

A celebrity cook and a celebrity farmer discuss Nadia’s Farm Kitchen and Carlos’ Nuffield Scholarship thesis in what has been a very busy 2025 for New Zealand’s power farming couple.

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The Country 16/12/25: Mark de Lautour talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:21:32 +0000

The chief executive of Open Country Dairy has been on the acquisition and soothsaying trails in 2025.

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The Country 16/12/25: Peter Newbold talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:20:21 +0000

The GM of PGG Wrightson Real Estate and Livestock wraps a good year for both divisions of his company.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, December 15, 2025

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:37:35 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Mike Casey, Riley Kennedy, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 15/12/25: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:33:39 +0000

The Deputy Prime Minister and Act Party leader makes his final appearance for 2025 as we discuss tomorrow’s Half-Year Economic and Fiscal Update (Hyefu). Plus, who is his Ag Person of the Year?

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The Country 15/12/25: Mike Casey talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:33:10 +0000

The founder of Cromwell-based Electric Cherries plays Santa on The Country.

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The Country 15/12/25: Riley Kennedy talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:32:46 +0000

The rural editor at BusinessDesk names his Ag Person of the Year, and he’s gone for Mark Wynne, the former chairman of the Alliance Group.

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The Country 15/12/25: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:32:21 +0000

One of New Zealand’s leading primary sector academics talks rubbish, nitrates in drinking water, getting dry in Waikato, and her Ag Person of the Year.

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The Country 15/12/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:30:16 +0000

Monday’s weatherman has a spring-like forecast and his Ag Person of the Year.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: December 13, 2025

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Lorin Clarke, Emma Higgins, Professor Will Happer, Kate Acland, and Winston Peters.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, December 12, 2025

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:29:16 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Tim Dangen, Hugh Jackson, Blair McLean, Jane Hunter, and Hamish McKay.

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The Country 12/12/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:25:24 +0000

Friday’s Weather Guy, and native New Yorker, on the dry in New Zealand and his favourite American President.

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The Country 12/12/25: Tim Dangen and Hugh Jackson talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:24:44 +0000

Today’s farmer panel features the 2022 and 2025 Young Farmers of the Year, respectively.

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The Country 12/12/25: Blair McLean and Jane Hunter talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:23:25 +0000

We head to Marlborough to give you the chance to win some cherries and bubbles for Christmas.

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The Country 12/12/25: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:16:46 +0000

It’s McKay on Sport as we head to the Feilding stock sale yards to ponder Hamish’s 2025 Ag Sports Person of the Year.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, December 11, 2025

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:47:47 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Emma Higgins, Winston Peters, Kate Acland, Hayes Garland, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 11/12/25: Emma Higgins talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:46:13 +0000

The global dairy market is expected to face a period of weaker commodity prices following "stunning" global milk production growth across the second half of 2025, according to Rabobank, in its Q4 Global Dairy Quarterly Report. So is a $9 milk price now on the cards?

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The Country 11/12/25: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:45:35 +0000

We ask the NZ First leader and Minister of Foreign Affairs about “survive to ’25” and “the fix for ’26”. We also discuss the latest polls, RMA reforms, an FTA with India, and Stuart Nash. Plus, how many more elections does the 80-year-old have left in him?

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The Country 11/12/25: Kate Acland talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:44:17 +0000

According to Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s latest report, our national lamb crop for the 2025–26 season is up 1% on last season, driven by stronger ewe performance in most regions. We catch up with the chairwoman of Beef + Lamb NZ to find out more.

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The Country 11/12/25: Hayes Garland talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:41:31 +0000

For our final Farmstrong farmer for 2025, we head to the Hauraki Plains and a contract milker milking 330 cows.

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The Country 11/12/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:40:56 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks about a live cattle trade running out of ships and why a 5-10% recovery in the US beef herd would pose a big problem for the Lucky Country.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:38:25 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Wayne Langford, Professor Will Happer, and Campbell Parker.

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The Country 10/12/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:37:55 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders an FTA with India, the RMA reforms, the latest 1News poll, and whether lamb beats ham for Christmas in the Luxon household.

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The Country 10/12/25: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:35:37 +0000

The President of Federated Farmers applauds the RMA reforms, and we count down the Feds’ “12 Pests of Christmas”.

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The Country 10/12/25: Professor Will Happer talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:34:51 +0000

Strong attendance at climate change events with world-renowned Princeton physicist Will Happer demonstrates support for a serious conversation about climate change policy. So says Groundswell. But is the good doctor simply a climate change denier?

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The Country 10/12/25: Campbell Parker talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:29:27 +0000

The chief executive of DairyNZ releases the latest break-even price ($8.50) for milk production, and celebrates some good wins in 2025 on the biosecurity and research fronts.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:31:20 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Mike Petersen, Richard Dawkins, Todd Charteris, Farmer Tom Martin, and Jo Luxton.

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The Country 09/12/25: Mike Petersen talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:24:22 +0000

Hawke’s Bay farmer and former special ag trade envoy and chairman of Beef + Lamb NZ. Today we yarn about the big dry, progress on the Tukituki dam, an FTA with India, Trump’s tariffs and Petersen’s Ag Person of the Year.

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The Country 09/12/25: Richard Dawkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:23:23 +0000

Marlborough farmer and Federated Farmers’ Meat and Wool Chair. Today, he talks about the “Twelve Pests of Christmas” and why there are no politicians on the list. We also preview today’s RMA announcement from the Government and discuss the big dry.

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The Country 09/12/25: Todd Charteris talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:22:09 +0000

The chief executive of Rabobank comments on the bank’s latest farmer confidence survey, which sees farmer sentiment dipping from near-record highs, with dairy farmers now less confident.

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The Country 09/12/25: Farmer Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:21:43 +0000

Our UK farming correspondent discusses one of the worst grain harvests on record (three of the worst five on record have happened since 2020). We also discuss the worst government ever for British farmers and one of the better English rugby sides.

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The Country 09/12/25: Jo Luxton talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:20:46 +0000

Labour’s Agriculture Spokesperson comments on the RMA, an FTA with India, carbon farming, the associated wildfires, and the latest poll.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, December 8, 2025

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:30:48 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Lorin Clarke, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Richard Loe, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 08/12/25: Lorin Clarke talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:28:57 +0000

We catch up with the daughter of iconic Kiwi comedian John Clarke (aka Fred Dagg) ahead of tomorrow night’s premiere in Palmerston North of her movie/doco “Not only Fred Dagg”.

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The Country 08/12/25: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:28:23 +0000

Today’s farmer/politician panel discusses Fred Dagg, a big RMA announcement tomorrow, changes to micro abattoir rules, a hornet update, doing battle with Chlöe Swarbrick over emissions and Shane’s latest flip-flop on fishing.

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The Country 08/12/25: Richard Loe talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:26:33 +0000

Today we find a former All Blacks hard man doing the hard yards on the drafting gate at the Waikura Station on-farm sale in the back of beyond - with 12,000 lambs, 1000 ewes and 1000 cattle up for grabs!

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The Country 08/12/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:25:57 +0000

What's up with the weather? We find out with our guy from weatherwatch.co.nz.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: December 6, 2025

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie talks to Andrew Lumsden (aka Te Radar), Derek Daniell, Jen Corkran, and Shane Jones.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, December 5, 2025

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:30:45 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Todd McClay, Andrew Alderson, George Dodson, James Robertson, and Chris Brandolino.

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The Country 05/12/25: Todd McClay talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:26:35 +0000

Minister of Agriculture (and Forestry) on Ikea planting trees in Hawke’s Bay, and his next trade trip to India.

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The Country 05/12/25: Andrew Alderson talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:26:08 +0000

Time for McKay on Sport. Today, we catch up with a Newstalk ZB Sport newsreader, who’s in Hagley Park for day four of the test against the West Indies. Plus, his commentary on the Ashes.

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The Country 05/12/25: George Dodson and James Robertson talk to Hamish McKay

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:23:57 +0000

Today’s farmer panel comprised the 2024 Young Farmer of the Year and the 2019 Young Farmer of the Year. They talk about the milk price and what inspires them to get out and achieve in the ag sector.

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The Country 05/12/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:22:00 +0000

Our weatherman from Earth Sciences NZ on the December forecast, where things are heating up across the country.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, December 4, 2025

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:18:06 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Miles Hurrell, Shane Jones, Barry Fox, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 04/12/25: Miles Hurrell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:16:08 +0000

Fonterra’s chief executive announces the Co-operative Group’s FY26 Q1 business update.

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The Country 04/12/25: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:15:18 +0000

Last time we yarned, he coined the phrase “a demonic egg beater” when referring to Chlöe Swarbrick. What will he call her, and who will be in the firing line today? The Prince of the Provinces, Matua Shane, also tackles the failed ETS auctions of 2025, ridding us of the “green banshees” and the regional councils, capping local body rates at 2-4%, and selling off state assets, including Pāmu.

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The Country 04/12/25: Barry Fox talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:14:15 +0000

Live from the Temuka saleyards, we update the biggest sale of the year for the IHC Calf Scheme, with PGG Wrightson's Livestock Manager - Dairy.

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The Country 04/12/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:13:12 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks rugby, cricket, The Country Hour and blowflies!

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:38:04 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Derek Daniell, Jen Corkran, and Jane Smith.

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The Country 03/12/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:34:17 +0000

The Prime Minister comments on another drop in the GDT Auction, the US Business Summit, a farm visit today to Hawke's Bay, whether Pāmu is on the chopping block, and whether holding local body rate rises to 2-4% is realistic.

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The Country 03/12/25: Derek Daniell talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:33:29 +0000

Wairarapa farmer and one of NZ’s leading sheep breeders. Today, he ponders the state of farming and our economy.

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The Country 03/12/25: Jen Corkran talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:32:22 +0000

RaboResearch senior animal protein analyst on beef and lamb prices at record highs and why their prospects are so good for this season.

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The Country 03/12/25: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:30:57 +0000

North Otago farmer and award-winning environmentalist, who today we find in the Parliamentary Lobby, on Groundswell’s annual lobbying trip.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:45:42 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Chris Hipkins, Mike McIntyre, David Birkett, Ben Pratt, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 02/12/25: Chris Hipkins talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:45:02 +0000

The Opposition leader discusses Labour’s policy priorities and rural healthcare plans. Plus, his recent engagement, and how he rates the Labour Party Conference.

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The Country 02/12/25: Mike McIntyre talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:45:00 +0000

Jarden’s head of derivatives takes a closer look at why the GDT index hasn’t been positive since mid-August.

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The Country 02/12/25: David Birkett talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:44:48 +0000

Federated Farmers’ arable group chairman on a surge in dairy conversions in Canterbury, as low wheat prices and a high milk payout tempt growers to swap crops for milk.

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The Country 02/12/25: Ben Pratt talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:43:49 +0000

We head to the Manawatū to catch up with the stud co-owner and breeding manager at Glengarry Poll Dorset for an update on the stud’s 59th annual sale.

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The Country 02/12/25: Phil Duncan talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:42:18 +0000

We get a weather update from our man at weatherwatch.co.nz.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, December 1, 2025

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:47:34 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Te Radar, and Lindy Nelson.

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The Country 01/12/25: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:41:37 +0000

The Deputy Prime Minister and Act Party leader talks about using KiwiSaver to buy a farm. Plus, he enters the age-old debate on the age of eligibility for the National Super. And - is Chris Hipkins’s capital gains tax politically palatable or a poisoned chalice?

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The Country 01/12/25: Te Radar talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:41:06 +0000

The voice behind the FMG Young Farmer of the Year says the district finals are done and dusted as he looks forward to the regional and grand finals.

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The Country 01/12/25: Lindy Nelson talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:40:25 +0000

This Wairarapa farmer is also the chair of Safer Farms, and she wants farmers to get home safely for Christmas.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: November 29, 2025

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Michael Every, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Christopher Luxon, and Geoff Ross.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, November 28, 2025

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:56:52 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Stu Loe, Stu Duncan, Rachel Shearer, Todd Clark, Hamish McKay, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 28/11/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:47:13 +0000

Friday’s Weather Guy on the Big Dry.

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The Country 28/11/25: Stu Loe and Stu Duncan talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:46:54 +0000

Today’s Farmer Panel talks beer, wind and red meat at an all-time high.

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The Country 28/11/25: Rachel Shearer talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:46:31 +0000

The GM of PGG Wrightson Wool on a good 12 months for strong wool.

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The Country 28/11/25: Todd Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:46:08 +0000

In what has become an annual tradition here on The Country, we head to Lexington, Kentucky, for Thanksgiving Day.

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The Country 28/11/25: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:44:03 +0000

Live from the Feilding Stock Yards (or is he?), it’s McKay on Sport.

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The Country 28/11/25: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:42:08 +0000

Our political correspondent has a book coming out next year. But will he tell us where the bodies are buried?

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, November 27, 2025

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:24:07 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Nigel Woodhead, Geoff Ross, Mark de Lautour, Chris Russell, and Greg Menzies.

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The Country 27/11/25: Nigel Woodhead talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:23:43 +0000

We catch up with the 2017 Young Farmer of the Year and the host of this afternoon’s Southern Storm Shout at the Woodhead farm at Lovell’s Flat (halfway between Milton and Balclutha). The Emerson’s Tiny Pub and Speight’s Bar will be in attendance, sharing the love, and Silver Fern Farms is in charge of the barbecue.

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The Country 27/11/25: Geoff Ross talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:22:55 +0000

The man behind New Zealand’s first carbon-neutral farm, Lake Hāwea Station, shares his plan to help fellow farmers monetise their existing woody vegetation by attaining carbon credits through the ETS.

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The Country 27/11/25: Mark de Lautour talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:22:13 +0000

The chief executive of Open Country Dairy, and soothsayer of milk prices, joins us to discuss a falling market.

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The Country 27/11/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:21:23 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks about a possible reimposition of Trump tariffs on Aussie beef. Plus, we talk Net Zero 2050 and the Ashes.

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The Country 27/11/25: Greg Menzies talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:20:27 +0000

The marketing manager of Emerson’s, and all-around good bugger, wraps the show from the Woodhead Ranch.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:24:20 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Wayne Langford, Tracy Brown, and Hunter McGregor.

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The Country 26/11/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:20:55 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders a peace deal in Ukraine, going on a farm tour with Federated Farmers, getting rid of regional councils, the OCR, KiwiSaver, the age of eligibility for National Super, whether a CGT has any political appeal, and whether Chloe is a genuine contender to be the next Minister of Finance.

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The Country 26/11/25: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:20:17 +0000

The President of Federated Farmers previews his farm tour with the Prime Minister, talks about an increasing Feds membership, making a buck at $9.50, and why he’s happy to see the end of regional councils.

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The Country 26/11/25: Tracy Brown talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:19:29 +0000

The Chair of DairyNZ previews the industry-good body’s return on levy-payer investment, the profitability of dairy farming at $9.50, and why you should always look under the hood!

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The Country 26/11/25: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:18:29 +0000

Our Shanghai-based correspondent talks temperatures, beef, driving and parking in a city of 30 million people, and making a Chinese man’s day.

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The Country with Property Brokers Land & Lifestyle Market Insights: Episode Two Rural Property Market with Conrad Wilkshire

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000

Welcome to a new podcast brought to you by Property Brokers and powered by The Country. In Episode Two of Land and Lifestyle Property Markets, Jess Davidson discusses with Property Brokers Rural General Manager Conrad Wilkshire, some of the current trends, sector insights, and the future long-term outlook for the Rural Property Market.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:29:10 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Miles Hurrell, Michael Every, Richard Wyeth, and Peter Newbold.

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The Country 25/11/25: Miles Hurrell talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:25:33 +0000

The chief executive of Fonterra confirms farming’s worst-kept secret - the forecast milk price is now at a midpoint of $9.50 - largely off the back of increased supply both globally and domestically.

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The Country 25/11/25: Michael Every talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:24:43 +0000

Part one - Rabobank’s Singapore-based global strategist discusses a world economy totally dominated by geopolitics. Could there be a silver lining for NZ farmers if Trump sells out Ukraine? And does he think the AI bubble will burst?
Part two - Rabobank’s Singapore-based global strategist diverts his focus to the NZ economy as we discuss this week’s OCR announcement, Trump’s tariffs, the commodity outlook and why food production is still a good business to be in.

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The Country 25/11/25: Richard Wyeth talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:21:52 +0000

The new chief executive of Synlait, and former chief executive of Miraka and Westland Milk, joins us after fronting his first AGM of the troubled dairy processor in Christchurch last Friday.

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The Country 25/11/25: Peter Newbold talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:20:45 +0000

The General Manager of PGG Wrightson Real Estate takes his monthly look at the state of the rural market, with dairy farm sales leading the charge.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, November 24, 2025

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:47:17 +0000

Jamie talks to Jim Ward, Paul Paynter, Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 24/11/25: Jim Ward talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:44:33 +0000

The former manager of NZ's biggest farm, Molesworth, opens up about wilding pines and his parting of the ways with Pamu.

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The Country 24/11/25: Paul Paynter talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:43:51 +0000

The chief executive of the Hawkes Bay-based Yummy Fruit Company offers some insights into the state of the NZ apple industry, as we celebrate 40 years of the Jazz and Envy varieties.

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The Country 24/11/25: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:43:15 +0000

day's farmer/politician panel talks about the MP's Rich List, the Luxon leadership spill, and farrowing crates

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The Country 24/11/25: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:42:54 +0000

One of New Zealand's leading primary sector academics takes the Climate Change Talkfest (aka Cop 30) to task.

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The Country 24/11/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:42:41 +0000

Monday's weather man on the continuing dry on the east coasts of both islands, and a Southern Storm Shout forecast.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: November 22, 2025

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie talks to Jane Smith, Stefan Vogel, Jo Luxton, Celia Jaspers, and Shane Jones.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, November 21, 2025

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:36:52 +0000

Jamie talks to Shane Jones, Emma Poole and Tim Dangen, Chris Brandolino, Hamish McKay, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 21/11/25: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:33:31 +0000

Matua Shane, the Prince of the Provinces, dismisses David Seymour's claims that NZ First is "getting ready to go with Labour again". Plus he has Sam Neill, James Cameron, Debbie and Rawiri, and the "demonic eggbeater" Chloe squarely in his sights!

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The Country 21/11/25: Tim Dangen and Emma Poole talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:33:15 +0000

Today's farmer panel ponders the price of milk, calf rearing for beef on dairy farms, and the Southern Storm Shout.

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The Country 21/11/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:32:50 +0000

Friday's Weather Guy from Earth Sciences NZ talks about the impending big dry on the east coasts of both islands.

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The Country 21/11/25: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:32:42 +0000

McKay talks to Mackay on McKay on Sport from the Feilding sale yards. Today we discuss the AB's Vs Wales, Ruben Love selected (how good) and Lio-Willie on the bench. The Ashes - can hardly name any of the players, but there's something about the Ashes - sold out in Perth! And have we got the right coach for the Silver Ferns?

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The Country 21/11/25: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:32:33 +0000

We ask our political correspondent if Winston could ever go with Labour again and whether Chloe is indeed a "demonic eggbeater"?

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, November 20, 2025

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:51:04 +0000

Jamie talks to Jason Te Brake, Dan Boulton, Tangaroa Walker, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 20/11/25: Dan Boulton talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:50:27 +0000

The chief executive of Silver Fern Farms, just back from the US, Canada, China and the UK, talks about the great prospects for red meat. We also discuss Trump's tariffs, the Alliance/Dawn Meats deal, the advantage of recapitalising a balance sheet, and why SFF is getting behind the Southern Storm Shout.

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The Country 20/11/25: Jason Te Brake talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:50:18 +0000

We track down the chief executive of Zespri in Japan to discuss its November forecast for the 25/26, with record returns expected (at a per hectare level) for all fruit groups.

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The Country 20/11/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:50:17 +0000

Our Australian correspondent says it's "name your price" for beef at the moment! Plus we talk about whether net zero by 2050 is a lost cause, the end for John Laws and the beginning of the Ashes.

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The Country 20/11/25: Tangaroa Walker talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:50:10 +0000

Is a dynamic young Southland dairy farmer, and social media influencer, who wants to crowd fund an equity partnership to buy a farm.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:37:47 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Celia Jaspers, Matt Bolger, Shane McManaway and Nancy Crawshaw, and Karen Williams.

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The Country 19/11/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:35:45 +0000

The PM dismisses the polls, and applauds record red meat prices and the future of AgriZeroNZ.

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The Country 19/11/25: Celia Jaspers talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:35:17 +0000

We head to a Wairarapa farm to talk to one of the producers of a new movie currently being filmed - A Dog's Show - as we take a nostalgic trip back to the 1970s and an iconic Kiwi TV show.

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The Country 19/11/25: Matt Bolger talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:34:49 +0000

Fonterra's MD of Co-op Affairs reviews last night's GDT Auction - the seventh fall in a row - with the index down 3%, WMP down 1.9% and butter gets a battering down 7.6%.

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The Country 19/11/25: Shane McManaway and Nancy Crawshaw talk to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:34:44 +0000

We announce the five New Zealand finalists for the 2026 Zanda McDonald Awards

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The Country 19/11/25: Karen Williams talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:34:22 +0000

The chief executive of Irrigation NZ comments on the damage to the North Canterbury pivots ahead of this afternoon's AGM in Christchurch.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:48:40 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Nigel Woodhead, Cameron Bagrie, Jane Smith, Stefan Vogel, and Jo Luxton.

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The Country 18/11/25: Nigel Woodhead talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:45:13 +0000

We talk to the 2017 NZ Young Farmer of the Year about farmer's storm shout be hosted at the Woodhead farm at Lovell's Flat (halfway between Milton and Balclutha) from 3-7pm, Thursday week.

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The Country 18/11/25: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:45:04 +0000

Is an Independent Economist who comments on the state of a precarious world economy. Plus we preview next week's OCR announcement from the Reserve Bank.

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The Country 18/11/25: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:44:55 +0000

Is a North Otago sheep and beef farmer, and poster girl for the Methane Science Accord, who responds to correspondence from a young Northland dairy farmer regarding his concerns about mandating feed additives as a part of a climate policy.

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The Country 18/11/25: Stefan Vogel talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:44:50 +0000

Rabobank's GM for RaboResearch says the global agricultural landscape has entered a new phase where geopolitics – not only traditional supply and demand market forces – will dictate agricultural trade flows, prices, and production decisions, according to the bank's Agri Commodity Outlook 2026. The report describes a world increasingly divided between two spheres of influence – the United States and China – where agricultural commodity exports have become “pawns on a geopolitical chessboard.”

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The Country 18/11/25: Jo Luxton talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:44:45 +0000

Labour's Agriculture Spokesperson defends her party's lack of any real meaningful policy, especially around Ag emissions. We ask if Net Zero by 2050 is a now lost cause? And has Chippy dodged a political bullet with the release of his CGT policy?

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The Country Full Show: Monday, November 17, 2025

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:41:43 +0000

Jamie talks to David Seymour, Nathan Guy, David Clark, Andrew Davis, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 17/11/25: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:40:03 +0000

The Deputy PM and Act Party leader comments on Trump dropping tariffs, Federated Farmers' petition to end the consenting crisis, and we ask why the Government is scoring so badly on inflation, cost of living and the economy.

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The Country 17/11/25: Nathan Guy talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:39:56 +0000

The Chair of the Meat Industry Association, and Chair of Apiculture NZ, talks American Tariffs and Asian Hornets.

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The Country 17/11/25: David Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:39:50 +0000

Is a Mid Canterbury arable farmer, and former provincial president of Federated Farmers, who's fronting the campaign against the consenting crisis.

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The Country 17/11/25: Andrew Davis talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:39:39 +0000

The VP of Toyota NZ previews the new 2026 Hilux with the "Cyber Sumo" design theme!

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The Country 17/11/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:39:34 +0000

Monday's resident weather expert.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: November 15, 2025

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie talks to Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Damien O'Connor, Farmer Tom Martin, and Richard Loe.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, November 14, 2025

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 01:03:39 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Wayne Langford, Richard Loe, Chris Brandolino, Kate Acland, Stu Duncan and George Dodson.

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The Country 14/11/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:52:48 +0000

The Prime Minister talks about country music, his experience at the show, the latest polls, capital gains tax, asset sales, and Mark Mitchell.

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The Country 14/11/25: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:51:29 +0000

The president of Federated Farmers on a breaking story around farm consents, which is coming out on Monday.

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The Country 14/11/25: Richard Loe talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:47:17 +0000

It’s time for McKay on Sport, but this week, a former All Black, who also happens to be the Royal Show Supreme Livestock Judge, takes over the reins.

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The Country 14/11/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:44:38 +0000

We get a quick weather update with our guy from Earth Sciences NZ. Is there any rain on the horizon?

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The Country 14/11/25: Kate Acland talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:43:07 +0000

We catch up with the chairwoman of Beef + Lamb NZ, who is selling wool blankets at the show. She talks about what's next for the sheep and beef sector.

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The Country 14/11/25: Stu Duncan and George Dodson talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:40:45 +0000

Today's farmer panel is made up of a Maniototo farmer and a 2024 FMG Young Farmer of the Year. They talk about regional councils, the weather, and conditions on-farm.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, November 13, 2025

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:51:09 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Sir David Carter, Lawrence Meredith, Stu Loe, Nicola Grigg, Greg Menzies, Tom Dodson, and Ross Hyland.

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The Country 13/11/25: Sir David Carter talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:48:11 +0000

The chairman of the Canterbury A&P Association says the rain hasn't dampened the spirits of the event nor the local farmers, as he takes in a great crowd for day one of the show.

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The Country 13/11/25: Lawrence Meredith talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:46:10 +0000

The European Union Ambassador to New Zealand pops into the Tiny Pub, which he is keen to use at an EU gathering soon. He discusses the FTA with Europe and how Trump’s tariffs are affecting the world economy. Plus, he explains how he’s using “cheese diplomacy” at the show.

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The Country 13/11/25: Stu Loe talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:41:52 +0000

We catch up with a local farmer to chat about the famous pig breeders’ social event and what's happening on-farm, as well as a bit of footy.

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The Country 13/11/25: Nicola Grigg talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:38:22 +0000

The Associate Minister of Agriculture (Horticulture) looks forward to the next couple of days catching up with farmers at the show.

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The Country 13/11/25: Greg Menzies talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:36:11 +0000

Emerson’s busy marketing manager takes a break from pouring pints at the Tiny Pub to talk about the latest Mackaiser brew.

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The Country 13/11/25: Tom Dodson talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:34:43 +0000

This man is usually known as a North Canterbury livestock agent for PGG Wrightson; however, today Jamie wants to speak to him in his capacity as the president of the Boar Breeders Association.

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The Country 13/11/25: Ross Hyland talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:34:19 +0000

We chat to a farming entrepreneur about his latest venture, a finance and payments app called GrowPay.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:30:14 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Steve Wyn-Harris, Lawrence Field, Farmer Tom Martin, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 12/11/25: Steve Wyn-Harris talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:26:40 +0000

Sitting in for the Prime Minister today is Central Hawke’s Bay farmer (and Labour Party apologist). He talks about the big dry, Damien O’Connor in Ireland and the beauty of Istanbul.

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The Country 12/11/25: Lawrence Field talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:25:06 +0000

Wairarapa farm accountant, and 1995 NZ Sharemilker of the Year, who has been conducting the Rabobank farm succession workshops. The new series of workshops launched earlier this year to support farm succession planning is proving hugely popular with Kiwi farmers and growers.

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The Country 12/11/25: Farmer Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:24:06 +0000

We track down our UK Correspondent on Armistice Day in Turkey. We reflect on Istanbul’s strategic importance to world trade, discuss farmer protests against the Inheritance Tax, and banter ahead of the All Blacks v England clash at Twickenham.

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The Country 12/11/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:23:13 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks about Wallabies, why Americans love feral goat meat, and his electrifying dislike of cats - both feral and domestic!

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:24:54 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Damien O'Connor, Wayne McNee, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Hunter McGregor, and Joe Higgins.

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The Country 11/11/25: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:21:08 +0000

Labour’s trade spokesman on an FTA with India, the Pike River movie, and whether Back Bench List MPs are a waste of space and money.

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The Country 11/11/25: Wayne McNee talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:20:07 +0000

The chief executive of AgriZeroNZ enlightens us on the mystery behind Āmua’s smart device worn by cattle, which aims to turn nitrogen from cows’ urine into an eco-friendly fertiliser.

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The Country 11/11/25: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:18:56 +0000

A leading primary sector academic - on Armistice Day and why we need to be investing in pasture - the fundamental enabler of our productive economy.

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The Country 11/11/25: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:18:22 +0000

We catch up with a Kiwi selling venison to the Chinese in Shanghai. What does he make of the Taste Pure Nature rebrand and relaunch?

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The Country 11/11/25: Joe Higgins talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:17:44 +0000

PGG Wrightson Livestock Manager based out of Timaru.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, November 10, 2025

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:47:27 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Sir David Carter, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Sirma Karapeeva, Mike Inglis, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 10/11/25: Sir David Carter talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:39:23 +0000

For the first time in more than 10 years, the Canterbury Show will hold Royal Agricultural and Pastoral Show of New Zealand status. This year’s show will run from Thursday, November 13, to Saturday, November 15, a shift from its traditional Wednesday start.

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The Country 10/11/25: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:38:04 +0000

Today’s farmer/politician panel ponders getting the silage off, Cup and Show week, government support of Rural Support Trusts, whether we will have to buy carbon credits to meet our 2030 Paris commitments, Asian Hornets and the passing of Roger McClay.

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The Country 10/11/25: Sirma Karapeeva talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:37:24 +0000

The chief executive of the Meat Industry Association comments on last week’s first in-market activation of the refreshed Taste Pure Nature country-of-origin brand event in Shanghai.

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The Country 10/11/25: Mike Inglis talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:35:00 +0000

MPI’s commissioner north for biosecurity updates the Asian Hornet incursion and says we have it under control despite some outspoken criticism from Brad Windust, a biosecurity worker and former beekeeper.

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The Country 10/11/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:34:14 +0000

Monday’s weather expert talks about rain for the fire at Tongariro National Park and the continuing dry for the east coasts of both islands.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: November 8, 2025

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie talks to Nicola Willis, Emlyn Francis, Jane Smith, Stefan Vogel, and Winston Peters.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, November 7, 2025

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:30:02 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Peter McBride, George Dodson, Hugh Jackson, Chris Brandolino, Hamish McKay, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 07/11/25: Peter McBride talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:29:50 +0000

We catch up with Fonterra’s Chairman at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai. The Expo sees four million people through its doors. But what is the state of the Chinese economy?

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The Country 07/11/25: George Dodson and Hugh Jackson talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:28:07 +0000

Today’s farmer panel features the 2024 and 2025, respectively, Young Farmers of the Year.

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The Country 07/11/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:27:04 +0000

Our Friday weather man from Earth Sciences NZ talks about a drought map rearing its ugly head early in the season.

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The Country 07/11/25: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:26:37 +0000

McKay on Sport: Today, we talk about the All Blacks and the Silver Ferns in Scotland.

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The Country 07/11/25: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:25:14 +0000

Our political correspondent discusses Te Pāti Māori and Winston Peters.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, November 6, 2025

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:28:40 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Winston Peters, Professor Keith Woodford, Harry Gaddum, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 06/11/25: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:25:21 +0000

The NZ First leader is at his combative and argumentative best when it comes to the Alliance and Fonterra farmer votes. We also debate unemployment rates, Te Pāti Māori, an FTA with India, the Pike River movie, and whether he was interviewed for Jacinda’s unauthorised biography.

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The Country 06/11/25: Professor Keith Woodford talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:24:44 +0000

Farming academic says the current high red meat prices, up more than 30% since 2024, are a “sweet spot that won’t be maintained”.

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The Country 06/11/25: Harry Gaddum talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:23:32 +0000

For this month’s Farmstrong interview, we revisit a Hawke’s Bay farmer we’ve had tabs on since Cyclone Gabrielle. Today, he offers some sound advice to South Island farmers who have been hammered by the recent wind events on how to deal with the aftermath of extreme weather.

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The Country 06/11/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:21:43 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks about the Melbourne Cup, beef prices, and feral pigs eating lambs.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:38:45 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Jane Smith, Andrew Murray, and Stefan Vogel.

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The Country 05/11/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:27:16 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders Pike River, Apec and Trump, an economy on the rise, the demise of Te Pāti Māori, next week’s Christchurch Cup and Show week, and who would play him in a movie?

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The Country 05/11/25: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:27:00 +0000

This outspoken North Otago farmer pulls no punches when it comes to Nicola Willis's "taking the piss" technology, the Bill Gates woke joke that's starting to revoke, ridiculous sheep research on the Port Hills, banning farming on the Wellington farm park, and we ask if it's getting dry on the home farm.

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The Country 05/11/25: Andrew Murray talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:26:42 +0000

We ask Fonterra’s chief financial officer if a $10 milk price is now in danger after yet another downward GDT auction (-2.4%, whole milk powder down 2.7%).

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The Country 05/11/25: Stefan Vogel talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:25:31 +0000

Rabobank’s senior agriculture analyst previews the bank’s November Agribusiness Monthly - aptly titled “Spring throws parting weather shots”.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:37:45 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Nicola Willis, Kate Acland, Tom Young, Thomas Macdonald, and Julian Raine.

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The Country 04/11/25: Nicola Willis talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:24:27 +0000

The Minister of Finance is standing in a North Canterbury cow paddock where Kiwi ag-tech company, Āmua, has secured $1.2million from AgriZeroNZ to accelerate development of its cow wearable technology. The Canterbury start-up, based on a hill country farm near Waiau, is developing a smart device that enables the rich nitrogen in cow urine to be spread evenly as fertiliser - potentially solving freshwater nitrate leaching and nitrous oxide emissions at their source.

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The Country 04/11/25: Kate Acland talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:23:14 +0000

We find Beef + Lamb NZ’s chairwoman in the UK in a Bath pub, wearing her Sugar Loaf Wines producer’s hat. We also talk about B+LNZ leading a joint statement by global agricultural organisations calling for countries to follow best scientific practice and take a split-gas approach when reporting greenhouse gas emissions.

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The Country 04/11/25: Tom Young talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:18:49 +0000

Affco’s National Livestock Manager comments on red meat prospects after leading academic Keith Woodford suggested the lamb schedule could be in for a big correction by Christmas.

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The Country 04/11/25: Thomas Macdonald talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:17:52 +0000

Spring Sheep Milk’s chief executive, Nick Hammond, has been appointed Zespri’s new chief strategy officer. Hammond will be replaced at Spring Sheep by chief operating officer Thomas Macdonald in November. Macdonald replaced Hammond as chief operating officer when he took on the top job, and has also been with the company since it was started.

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The Country 04/11/25: Julian Raine talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:16:15 +0000

Nelson-based dairy entrepreneur and former president of Horticulture NZ, who updates on the recent storm damage in his region.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, November 3, 2025

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:51:28 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Phil Duncan, Emlyn Francis, David Seymour, Todd Clark, and John McOviney.

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The Country 03/11/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:44:36 +0000

Monday’s weatherman on November’s change of fortunes.

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The Country 03/11/25: Emlyn Francis talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:44:15 +0000

North Canterbury dairy farmer updates on the horrific damage in the Culverden district from the recent wind event.

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The Country 03/11/25: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:42:40 +0000

We ask the Deputy Prime Minister and Act Party leader, who’s really calling the shots in the Coalition government? Plus, we discuss Chris Hipkins’ capital gains tax, and Trump at Apec.

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The Country 03/11/25: Todd Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:42:03 +0000

Today, we find our Kentucky-based US farming correspondent at O’Hare Airport in Chicago, where he spent the weekend watching the All Blacks.

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The Country 03/11/25: John McOviney talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:41:23 +0000

Waitomo sheep and beef farmer and chief executive of Steelfort talks about generators, farming and shearing.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: November 1, 2025

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Katie Milne, Cameron Bagrie, Damien O'Connor, Hunter McGregor, Miles Hurrell, and Chris Russell.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, October 31, 2025

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:40:28 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Mark de Lautour, Tim Dangen, Rachel Shearer, Hamish McKay, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 31/10/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:32:17 +0000

It’s Halloween, and our US-born weatherman from Earth Sciences New Zealand kicks off the show to discuss some very scary stuff!

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The Country 31/10/25: Mark de Lautour talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:31:18 +0000

From London to Invercargill, the chief executive of Open Country Dairy joins us to discuss the Joseph Parker fight, the Southland storms, and the Fonterra vote.

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The Country 31/10/25: Tim Dangen talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:30:14 +0000

Today’s one-man panel follows on from his sister, and fellow Young Farmer of the Year, Emma Poole, who was on yesterday’s show. He talks about the Southland storms and agrees to disagree with his sister over the Fonterra vote.

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The Country 31/10/25: Rachel Shearer talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:29:10 +0000

The GM of PGG Wrightson Wool takes her monthly look at the state of the market.

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The Country 31/10/25: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:28:03 +0000

This week on McKay on Sport, we discuss the All Blacks’ test selection and whether a Grand Slam will make the year a success. Plus, the Dame Noeline Taurua netball saga, and the Wayleggo Cup in Ashburton.

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The Country 31/10/25: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:24:15 +0000

Our political commentator ponders the artist formerly known as Prince Andrew, Trump and Luxon at Apec and Winston being a grumpy old man barking at cars and yelling at clouds.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, October 30, 2025

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:32:04 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Miles Hurrell, Emma Poole, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Mark Copeland, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 30/10/25: Miles Hurrell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:30:12 +0000

Fonterra’s chief executive comments on the overwhelming YES vote from Fonterra farmer shareholders to sell the consumer brands business to Lactalis. The deal was expected to deliver a tax-free capital return of about $3.2 billion to 8000-plus shareholding farms throughout New Zealand. The average return to farmer shareholders would be around $392,000. That’s about 0.7% of GDP. But not everybody’s happy. Just ask Winston!

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The Country 30/10/25: Emma Poole talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:30:10 +0000

Today’s farmer panel is one man down, but it does feature the 2023 FMG Young Farmer of the Year and Waikato vet and dairy farmer.

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The Country 30/10/25: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:29:55 +0000

From a cold and wet Waikato, one of our leading primary sector academics talks Fonterra, generators and the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation conference she attended in Rome on our behalf.

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The Country 30/10/25: Mark Copeland talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:28:55 +0000

We catch up with the New Zealand Dog Trial Test Team captain. The annual Trans-Tasman Sheep Dog Trial Test runs over two days from tomorrow at the Ashburton A&P Show, battling it out to win the prestigious Wayleggo Cup.

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The Country 30/10/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:27:59 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks Trump, record lamb and beef prices, why net zero is an ideology, not a policy, and agriculture topping the Uni student satisfaction survey.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:36:04 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Ray Smith, Todd Charteris, Tracy Brown, Hunter McGregor, Jack Jordon, and Blair Drysdale.

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The Country 29/10/25: Ray Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:35:40 +0000

The Director General of MPI on helping weather-battered farmers, and why our new methane emissions targets are absolutely achievable without reducing animal protein production.

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The Country 29/10/25: Todd Charteris talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:34:55 +0000

Rabobank’s chief executive comments on tomorrow’s Fonterra shareholder vote, the adverse weather, and his upcoming trip to the Windy City - Chicago, as opposed to Invercargill.

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The Country 29/10/25: Tracy Brown talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:33:21 +0000

The Chair of DairyNZ addresses the animal welfare issues surrounding cows not being milked (or being milked OAD) because of power cuts.

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The Country 29/10/25: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:32:44 +0000

Our Shanghai-based correspondent is hopeful Trump can cut a trade deal with President Xi at Apec, for the good of us all.

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The Country 29/10/25: Jack Jordan talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:31:43 +0000

This King Country sheep and beef farmer is also New Zealand's top axeman. He won the Stihl Timbersports World Championship individual event in Milan, Italy, last weekend for the first time. He went one better than his frustratingly close second-place finish at last year’s event.

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The Country 29/10/25: Blair Drysdale talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:30:55 +0000

This Southland arable farmer says the 2025 spring is, unbelievably, worse than 2024’s awful offering.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:35:36 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Mark Mitchell, Katie Milne, Cameron Bagrie, Damien O'Connor, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 28/10/25: Mark Mitchell talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:33:29 +0000

The Minister for Emergency Management updates on the devastation in the deep south and says he is disappointed by some criticism of the Government’s response.

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The Country 28/10/25: Katie Milne talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:32:25 +0000

The first female president of Federated Farmers, and a good West Coaster, shares her thoughts on the country’s weather woes and Labour’s proposed capital gains tax.

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The Country 28/10/25: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:31:47 +0000

One of the country’s leading economists discusses Labour’s new capital gains tax policy, the OCR and our exchange rate.

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The Country 28/10/25: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:31:06 +0000

The gloves come off as we debate a capital gains tax with Labour’s trade spokesman.

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The Country 28/10/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:29:15 +0000

Monday’s resident weather expert on a Tuesday with some much-needed good news for farmers.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: October 25, 2025

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Miles Hurrell, Jane Smith, and Emma Higgins.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, October 24, 2025

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:46:54 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Wayne Langford, Stu Duncan, Stu Loe, Andrew Hoggard, Hamish McKay, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 24/10/25: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:45:05 +0000

The president of Federated Farmers updates on a brutal weather week down on the farm.

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The Country 24/10/25: Stu Duncan and Stu Loe talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:44:08 +0000

Today’s farmer panel pits Otago against Canterbury, just like tomorrow’s NPC final. But in the meantime, there’s the small matter of the weather to talk about.

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The Country 24/10/25: Andrew Hoggard talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:43:04 +0000

The Biosecurity, Food Safety and Associate Agriculture has travelled to Chile to represent New Zealand at the World Dairy Summit. Today, we find him in Uruguay, having also passed through Argentina.

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The Country 24/10/25: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:43:03 +0000

McKay on Sport on the All Blacks, the coaching debacle, and the NPC Final.

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The Country 24/10/25: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:41:57 +0000

Our political commentator reflects on the life and times of our 35th Prime Minister, Jim Bolger.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, October 23, 2025

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:39:34 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Shane McManaway, Jacques Reinhart, Doug Avery, Chris Russell, and Jeremy Rookes.

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The Country 23/10/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:33:58 +0000

Earth Science NZ Weather Guy updates the horrific conditions.

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The Country 23/10/25: Shane McManaway and Jacques Reinhart talk to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:33:56 +0000

Today’s Zanda McDonald Panel updates the weather in Wairarapa and Hawkes Bay, plus they encourage young leaders in agriculture to enter the Zanda McDonald Awards (entries close October 31).

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The Country 23/10/25: Doug Avery talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:30:10 +0000

The Resilient Farmer is being tested weatherwise today in Marlborough.

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The Country 23/10/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:29:01 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks about a record hot October day in Sydney, Albo, Rudd and Trump in Washington, and a record crop coming off in WA.

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The Country 23/10/25: Jeremy Rookes talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:27:37 +0000

Our Canterbury-based lifestyle correspondent gives us a weather report and talks a bit of footy.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:31:06 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Miles Hurrell, Christopher Luxon, Jane Smith, and Emma Higgins.

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The Country 22/10/25: Miles Hurrell talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:30:07 +0000

Fonterra’s chief executive comments on the confusing GDT Auction overnight. He discusses the farmer vote on the sale of Fonterra’s consumer brands and the butter plant at Clandeboye. We also ask why “Big Brother Fonterra” tells farmers how to vote when it comes to the board of directors.

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The Country 22/10/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:29:47 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders the Alliance and Fonterra farmer votes. And why does Winston Peters have such a bee in his bonnet? Meanwhile, Chris Bishop is building new roads of national significance - great, but annual inflation at 3% - not so good. How will that affect future OCR drops? Plus, the mega-strikes and the weather are due to hit tomorrow, and Luxon farewells the last of the great farmer politicians.

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The Country 22/10/25: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:26:43 +0000

A North Otago farmer and former winner of the Ballance Farm Environment Awards takes time out from the tailing pen to talk about reduced methane targets, the mega-strikes, and the red meat industry. Plus, she shares her Jim Bolger story.

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The Country 22/10/25: Emma Higgins talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:25:46 +0000

Rabobank’s senior ag analyst has her say on the GDT Auction, the Alliance vote, and the very positive prospects for red meat prices, if not the state of the industry. She also has a fascinating Spice Girl fan girl revelation.

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The Country with Property Brokers Land & Lifestyle Market Insights: Episode One Rural Property Market with Conrad Wilkshire

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 01:30:00 +0000

Welcome to a new podcast brought to you by Property Brokers and powered by The Country. In Episode One of Land and Lifestyle Property Markets, Jess Davidson discusses with Property Brokers Rural General Manager Conrad Wilkshire, some of the current trends, sector insights, and the future long-term outlook for the Rural Property Market.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:20:44 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Mark Wynne, Shane Jones, Fiona and Tom Langford, and Tom Martin.

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The Country 21/10/25: Mark Wynne talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:13:53 +0000

The chairman of the Alliance Group on the YES vote to the Dawn Meats deal. It was an overwhelming mandate - 88% of the shares on issue voted and, of those, 87% backed the deal. Ultimately, it was a vindication of the board’s decision to partner with Dawn. But was it Hobson’s choice? And what will the deal do to solve the overcapacity issue in the red meat industry?

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The Country 21/10/25: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:12:10 +0000

We catch up with the Prince of the Provinces in Sydney, where he’s “promoting opportunities for investment and collaboration in the development of New Zealand’s natural resources”. It’s top of the agenda during three upcoming international mining and geothermal conferences, the Resources Minister says. We also debate the Alliance and Fonterra votes and lament the mega-strikes this week.

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The Country 21/10/25: Fiona and Tom Langford talk to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:11:12 +0000

The 2025 Share Farmers of the Year encourage others to enter the 2026 NZ Dairy Industry Awards.

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The Country 21/10/25: Farmer Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:10:08 +0000

Our UK Farming correspondent comments on the British Farming Awards, the autumn harvest and planting, drought-proofing and a “wartime-scale overhaul” to avoid a food crisis, plus what do you do with a problem like Prince Andrew and Fergie?

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The Country Full Show: Monday, October 20, 2025

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:46:39 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Riley Kennedy, Pete Turner, Graeme Williams, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 20/10/25: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:43:01 +0000

The Deputy Prime Minister, and Act Party leader, comments on the quarterly CPI Inflation Index - 3% up from 2.7% - with the leading contributors being local council rates and energy costs. Plus, with two big farmer votes coming up, why is Winston Peters meddling with his nationalistic views? We also look at politically motivated mega-strikes.

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The Country 20/10/25: Riley Kennedy talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:42:50 +0000

BusinessDesk’s senior rural reporter has been watching the Alliance Group vote, plus we look at his excellent piece on excess capacity in the red meat industry.

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The Country 20/10/25: Pete Turner talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:42:45 +0000

We ask a large Alliance shareholder, and son of a former chairman, for his thoughts on today’s big vote on the proposed Dawn Meats deal.

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The Country 20/10/25: Graeme Williams talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:42:38 +0000

An East Coast farmer and poet on why A&P shows are the most quintessential of all heartland rural events.

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The Country 20/10/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:42:15 +0000

There’s another wild, wet and windy week in store as we head towards the windiest weekend of the year - Labour Weekend.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: October 18, 2025

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Featured on today's episode - Mark Cameron, Winston Peters, Mark Wynne, Peter Newbold, and Chris Russell.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, October 17, 2025

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:53:03 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Jo Luxton, Christopher Luxon, Sandra Faulkner, Toby Williams, Neville Clark, Rick Ladd, Dean Quinn, and Ben Humphrey.

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The Country 17/10/25: Jo Luxton talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:50:50 +0000

We catch up with Labour’s agriculture spokeswoman. She shares her memories of the Gisborne Show, comments on Labour’s lack of agriculture policy, and discusses the government’s new methane reduction target.

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The Country 17/10/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:50:09 +0000

The Prime Minister on what his government’s methane reduction target means for Kiwi farmers. Plus, emissions targets, Winston Peters’ comments on Fonterra and Alliance, reforming local government and the RMA, and paying tribute to Jim Bolger.

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The Country 17/10/25: Sandra Faulkner and Toby Williams talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:49:30 +0000

Today’s farmer panel comprises a Federated Farmers’ current local government and adverse events spokeswoman, and the former meat and wool chairman.

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The Country 17/10/25: Neville Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:43:59 +0000

Jamie catches up with a Gisborne local and legendary PGG Wrightson Livestock Auctioneer.

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The Country 17/10/25: Rick Ladd and Dean Quinn talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:42:53 +0000

Brandt’s director of sales and Gisborne territory manager on tough times for the viticulture industry in the region. Plus, how’s the market looking for those big green tractors?

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The Country 17/10/25: Ben Humphrey talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:39:10 +0000

It’s time for Mackay on Sport. This week, it’s with NZME’s head of sport and rural.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, October 16, 2025

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:27:57 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Winston Peters, Mark Wynne, Mark Gunton, Peter Newbold, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 16/10/25: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:27:13 +0000

A thrice former Deputy PM (1996-98) comments on the passing of a former PM - Jim Bolger. He also weighs in, with his nationalistic views, on Fonterra and the Alliance Group. He also comments on his upcoming visit to Scandinavia and his appearance in the Oxford Union debate.

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The Country 16/10/25: Mark Wynne talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:26:33 +0000

The Alliance Group chairman ahead of Monday’s big vote on the Dawn Meats deal. Will farmer voting apathy be his biggest challenge to get this past the goal posts?

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The Country 16/10/25: Mark Gunton talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:25:21 +0000

We speak with one of a group of disgruntled large-scale Alliance Group farmers who say “no” to the Dawn Meats deal. But is this just a case of “rich boys throwing their toys”? Does this reflect the views of smaller shareholders?

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The Country 16/10/25: Peter Newbold talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:24:05 +0000

The General Manager of PGG Wrightson Real Estate takes his monthly look at the state of a buoyant rural market and offers his industry opinion on the Alliance deal as head of PGG’s livestock division.

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The Country 16/10/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:22:11 +0000

Our Australian correspondent discusses the “Lucky State”, surging wool prices, an FTA with the UAE, and the prospect of an Aussie winning the US Dancing with the Stars.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 01:26:23 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Rebecca Greaves, Angus Gidley-Baird, Te Radar, and Sam Ward.

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The Country 15/10/25: Rebecca Greaves talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 01:21:16 +0000

We catch up with an award-winning rural journalist from Pongaroa to celebrate International Day of Rural Women. Plus, what does she think of the government’s new methane reduction target?

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The Country 15/10/25: Angus Gidley-Baird talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 01:20:37 +0000

Rabobank’s Sydney-based senior analyst discusses the bank's latest report on managing increased volatility in the Australian livestock market.

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The Country 15/10/25: Te Radar talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 01:13:57 +0000

Comedian, writer, and the voice of the FMG Young Farmer of the Year contest on his latest endeavour, Kiwi Country: Rural New Zealand in 100 Objects. The book, written with his wife, Ruth Spencer, is a tour of rural New Zealand, following the layout of a farm.

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The Country 15/10/25: Sam Ward talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 01:13:00 +0000

We catch up with a rugby coach and commentator for an update on the Heartland Rugby Finals.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:39:17 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Damien O'Connor, Kate Acland, Matt Holden, Jack Jordan, and Duncan Humm.

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The Country 14/10/25: Damien O'Connor talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:36:07 +0000

We talk methane reduction and gene technology with Labour’s trade spokesman.

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The Country 14/10/25: Kate Acland talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:35:03 +0000

Beef + Lamb NZ’s chairwoman is in Balclutha for roadshows today. We ask for her thoughts on the government’s new methane reduction target and the proposed Gene Technology Bill.

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The Country 14/10/25: Matt Holden talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:34:39 +0000

Director of Kelso Genetics Ltd, and Hawke’s Bay farmer, on his Mates of Mates for Mates initiative.

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The Country 14/10/25: Jack Jordan talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:19:35 +0000

The Stihl Timbersports World Championships are on in Milan next week. We catch up with New Zealand’s top axeman before he takes off for Italy.

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The Country 14/10/25: Duncan Humm talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:18:42 +0000

Canterbury deer farmer on an "absolute doozy" of a year for venison.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, October 13, 2025

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:45:42 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Wayne Langford, Scott Champion, Mark Cameron, Phil Duncan, and Richard Loe.

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The Country 13/10/25: Wayne Langford talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:43:59 +0000

Federated Farmers national president welcomes the government's new methane reduction target.

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The Country 13/10/25: Scott Champion talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:43:11 +0000

Foundation for Arable Research's new chief executive gives an update on the sector.

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The Country 13/10/25: Mark Cameron talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:42:37 +0000

Act MP and Northland farmer on the government's new methane reduction target. Is he pleased with it, and does it go far enough?

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The Country 13/10/25: Phil Duncan talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:42:19 +0000

What's up with the weather? We find out the latest from our man at WeatherWatch.co.nz.

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The Country 13/10/25: Richard Loe talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:41:34 +0000

We talk a bit of footy with a former All Black.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: October 11 , 2025

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Christopher Luxon, Laura Koot, Blake Holgate, Chris Russell, and Ele Ludemann.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, October 10, 2025

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:46:47 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Hugh Jackson, Paul Allison, Chris Russell, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, and Jasper van Halder.

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The Country 10/10/25: Hugh Jackson talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:45:54 +0000

For today’s Mental Health Awareness Week interview, the 2025 FMG Young Farmer of the Year reflects on being “haunted by the black dog” in 2020, and how he helps keep it at bay.

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The Country 10/10/25: Paul Allison talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:38:42 +0000

It’s time for McKay on Sport, with one of New Zealand’s leading sports commentators.

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The Country 10/10/25: Chris Russell talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:38:11 +0000

Our Australian correspondent discusses great prices for wool and processor cows. Plus, a new alternative to Roundup, Australian Richard Robson winning the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, and Aboriginal rainstick technology.

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The Country 10/10/25: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Hamish McKay

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:35:48 +0000

Today’s farmer-politician panel discuss the Paris Agreement, wilding pines, and farmer confidence.

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The Country 10/10/25: Jasper van Halder talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:34:53 +0000

We catch up with the chief executive of Agnition, a subsidiary of Ravensdown, to find out more about the Farm Innovation Network.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, October 9, 2025

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 00:32:43 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Mike Green, Blake Holgate, Laura Koot, and Andrew Gibson.

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The Country 09/10/25: Mike Green talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 00:30:37 +0000

We catch up with a Community Connector for the Rural Support Trust about a successful fundraising event, the Rural Leaders 2025 Dinner, Debate and Auction, held in conjunction with the National Fieldays. It was so successful that they raised $300,000 for the Trust, and next year’s event is already sold out.

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The Country 09/10/25: Blake Holgate talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 00:29:52 +0000

Rabobank’s Head of Sustainable Business Development takes a closer look at the bank’s research, in conjunction with KiwiHarvest, on noteworthy changes in how Kiwis shop and prepare food, as well as where and what they eat.

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The Country 09/10/25: Laura Koot talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 00:29:29 +0000

Today’s interview for Mental Health Awareness Week is with the woman behind the Fairlight Foundation, a Farmstrong champion, and the founder of Real Country. She’s also a busy mother of two and about to launch an online business. It’s hard to imagine that she once had no confidence. She shares how she overcame this to be the woman she is today.

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The Country 09/10/25: Andrew Gibson talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 00:28:24 +0000

We catch up with PGG Wrightson’s Taranaki Area Livestock Manager and Auctioneer for the latest on the market in that region.

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The Country with Beef + Lamb New Zealand Episode 4: Bella AI

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 01:54:51 +0000

In episode four of a podcast series brought to you by Beef and Lamb New Zealand and powered by The Country, join Hamish McKay along with Chair of Beef and Lamb New Zealand Kate Acland, and her husband David, from their Mt Somers farm in Canterbury, to discuss the new Beef + Lamb New Zealand AI tool called Bella.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:32:08 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Christopher Luxon, Ele Ludemann, Matt Bolger, and Nicola Eccleton.

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The Country 08/10/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:28:37 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders a Free Trade Agreement with India - is it nearly a done deal? He also discusses changes to the jobseeker’s benefit and shares what he does to look after his mental health.

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The Country 08/10/25: Ele Ludemann talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:27:37 +0000

In today’s Mental Health Awareness Week interview, we talk about grief with a farmer, who is also a mother, who has been through great loss.

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The Country 08/10/25: Matt Bolger talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:20:46 +0000

Fonterra’s Managing Director of Co-operative Affairs on last night’s Global Dairy Trade Auction.

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The Country 08/10/25: Nicola Eccleton talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:20:40 +0000

Rural Women New Zealand’s interim chief executive discusses how postage service cuts could negatively affect rural communities.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:30:31 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Todd McClay, Bex Green, Ian Kirkpatrick, and Kate Acland.

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The Country 07/10/25: Todd McClay talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:29:19 +0000

The Minister of Agriculture and Trade discusses the latest developments in a potential trade deal with India. Plus, how will US President Donald Trump’s forestry tariffs affect New Zealand’s forestry sector?

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The Country 07/10/25: Bex Green talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:28:29 +0000

For today’s Mental Health Awareness Week interview, we catch up with Federated Farmers’ North Canterbury president to learn more about how a major injury affected her wellbeing and her marriage. She shares how she fought her way back to physical and mental wellness.

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The Country 07/10/25: Ian Kirkpatrick talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:21:27 +0000

We catch up with an All Blacks legend to talk a bit of farming and footy.

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The Country 07/10/25: Kate Acland talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:21:03 +0000

Who is Bella? Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s chairwoman has the answers.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, October 6, 2025

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:57:31 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Richard Wyeth, Wayne Langford, Phil Duncan, and Mark Patterson.

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The Country 06/10/25: Richard Wyeth talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:56:21 +0000

The chief executive of Synlait reflects on the ups and downs of the role, which he took up in May. Plus, what are Synlait’s plans for the next five years?

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The Country 06/10/25: Wayne Langford talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:55:39 +0000

Federated Farmers president kicks off Mental Health Awareness Week on The Country. He has a few tips for rural Kiwis on looking after “the top paddock” from his own personal experience.

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The Country 06/10/25: Phil Duncan talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:53:58 +0000

We catch up with WeatherWatch.co.nz’s forecaster for a look at what’s in store for the week ahead.

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The Country 06/10/25: Mark Patterson talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:52:44 +0000

This Otago sheep and beef farmer is also the Minister for Rural Communities, the Associate Minister for Agriculture and the Associate Minister for Regional Development. He’s back from China, where he was exploring opportunities for New Zealand wool. Plus, what he’s learned about farmer mental (and physical) health from his rural roadshows.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: October 4, 2025

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Deanne Parkes, Jen Corkran, Chris Russell, Jack Fagan, and Richard Loe.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, October 3, 2025

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:49:08 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Richard Loe, Jen Corkran, George Dodson, Hugh Jackson, and Jamie Mackay.

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The Country 03/10/25: Richard Loe talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:45:14 +0000

We talk rugby with a former All Black, ahead of this weekend’s big clash with the Wallabies.

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The Country 03/10/25: Jen Corkran talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:42:09 +0000

The senior analyst for animal protein at RaboResearch comments on a couple of dairy-beef reports coming up next week. One will focus on the New Zealand market and the other on global trends.

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The Country 03/10/25: George Dodson and Hugh Jackson talk to Hamish McKay

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:41:39 +0000

We discuss farm succession planning with today’s panel, the 2024 Young Farmer of the Year, George Dodson, and the 2025 Young Farmer of the Year, Hugh Jackson.

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The Country 03/10/25: Jamie Mackay talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:40:17 +0000

It’s McKay and Mackay on sport, as Hamish catches up with Jamie, who is over in Perth waiting for the All Blacks v Wallabies match this weekend. Plus, infamous Mackay travel stories, including his battle with a noisy rooster.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, October 2, 2025

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:53:40 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Harriet Bremner-Pinckney, Mark Ferguson, Chris Hipkins, Deanne Parkes, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 02/10/25: Harriet Bremner-Pinckney and Mark Ferguson talk to Hamish McKay

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:51:09 +0000

The Zanda McDonald Award applications are open, so we catch up with 2023 winner Harriet Bremner-Pinckney, who is a new judge this year, alongside current judge Mark Ferguson.

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The Country 02/10/25: Chris Hipkins talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:49:15 +0000

The Leader of the Opposition on the bipartisan offer from Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Plus, what are Labour’s plans for the farming sector?

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The Country 02/10/25: Deanne Parkes talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:47:27 +0000

A South Waikato dairy farmer and Farmstrong champion tells us what she’s learned from her mental health struggles. She also had advice for busy rural mums “in the trenches”.

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The Country 02/10/25: Chris Russell talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:41:38 +0000

Our Australian correspondent on wool and beef prices on the rise, and could shearing be an Olympic sport?

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The Country with Beef + Lamb New Zealand Episode 3: Feed Budgeting

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 01:19:07 +0000

No matter how long you have been out working on the land, you can always learn ways to work smarter, save money, and time on the farm. In this week’s episode brought to you by Beef + Lamb New Zealand, powered by The Country, Hamish McKay is joined by Farmer Matthew Tayler, and Head of Science at Dairy NZ Nico Lyons who explain the art of Feed Budgeting, and how literally watching grass grow can have a positive effect on your farm profits growing.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:35:23 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Christopher Luxon, Bill Mouat, and Hunter McGregor.

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The Country 01/10/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:31:51 +0000

The Prime Minister discusses the government’s energy package, the overhaul of the earthquake-prone building system, lower interest rates, and why he thinks farmers are more positive. Plus, he mourns the loss of broadcaster and popular psychologist Nigel Latta, who died at 58, following a battle with cancer.

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The Country 01/10/25: Bill Mouat talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:30:23 +0000

We catch up with the author of Gold Under the Mānuka, which is about his family’s inspirational story on Mangaorapa Station in southern Hawke’s Bay.

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The Country 01/10/25: Hunter McGregor talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:29:43 +0000

Our Shanghai-based red meat expert is on day one of The Golden Week, an eight-day holiday in China where everyone goes travelling. He comments on whether this holiday is good news for New Zealand’s red meat and how changes in restaurant culture and a struggling economy are affecting our exports.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:54:33 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Jack Fagan, Greg Gent, Scott Graham, and Rebecca Greaves.

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The Country 30/09/25: Jack Fagan talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:47:11 +0000

This shearing gun is back from Europe and Australia, and is looking forward to the new shearing and woolhandling competition season kicking off in New Zealand.

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The Country 30/09/25: Greg Gent talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:45:27 +0000

A farmer and a foundation member of Fonterra discusses the upcoming farmer vote for the co-op's $4.22 billion sale of Mainland to Lactalis. Plus, what questions farmers have been asking Fonterra about the deal at the co-operative’s road shows.

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The Country 30/09/25: Scott Graham talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:41:14 +0000

Award-winning Sydney-based science and agricultural teacher on why he’s bringing a team of 39 students to New Zealand.

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The Country 30/09/25: Rebecca Greaves talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:40:36 +0000

We catch up with an award-winning rural journalist from Pongaroa, who takes a break from docking to chat with The Country.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, September 29, 2025

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:35:42 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Phil Duncan, David Seymour, Shane McManaway, Blair McLean, and Jim Hopkins.

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The Country 29/09/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:33:42 +0000

Wet and windy, cold and dry, and warm nor-westers. It's rinse and repeat for the weather.

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The Country 29/09/25: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:33:10 +0000

The Act Party leader and Deputy Prime Minister has his say on Ecan, Paris and Palestine.

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The Country 29/09/25: Shane McManaway talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:32:18 +0000

We catch up with a Wairarapa farmer who’s just been inducted into the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame.

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The Country 29/09/25: Blair McLean talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:31:37 +0000

Our Blenheim-based viticulture correspondent talks about the grape glut.

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The Country 29/09/25: Jim Hopkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:30:43 +0000

Why are we so disengaged with local body politics? We ask a rural raconteur for his take on it.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: September 27, 2025

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Ben Picton, Jane Smith, Miles Hurrell, Finn Ross, and Greg Cornelsen.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, September 26, 2025

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 01:42:27 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Rachel Shearer, Stu Loe, Stu Duncan, Hamish McKay, and Azaria Howell.

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The Country 26/09/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 01:40:42 +0000

Friday’s weather guy from Earth Sciences NZ offers more of the same - wet, windy and cold! Except for the dry regions, where Hawke’s Bay is now showing up on the Drought Index map.

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The Country 26/09/25: Rachel Shearer talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 01:39:38 +0000

The GM of PGG Wrightson Wool has good news: strong crossbred wool is worth something. The South Island Strong Wool Indicator was up 46 cents with 98% clearance.

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The Country 26/09/25: Stu Loe and Stu Duncan talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 01:22:56 +0000

Today’s farmer panel talks, unsurprisingly, about farming and footy!

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The Country 26/09/25: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 01:21:42 +0000

McKay on Sport on the AB selection, track and field coverage going forward, six weeks till the Melbourne Cup, and the Devil’s Own golf tournament in Palmy!

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The Country 26/09/25: Azaria Howell talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 01:17:15 +0000

Newstalk ZB’s political correspondent comments on Winston at the UN and the CEO’s mood of the Boardroom survey.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, September 25, 2025

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 01:21:42 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Miles Hurrell, Finn Ross, Greg Cornelsen, Jo Luxton, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 25/09/25: Miles Hurrell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 01:19:14 +0000

The chief executive of Fonterra comments on the annual results, and all the numbers are good.

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The Country 25/09/25: Finn Ross talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 01:19:12 +0000

We're barking up the wrong pine tree by blaming Paris - so says the man behind Future Famers Aotearoa.

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The Country 25/09/25: Greg Cornelsen talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 01:18:56 +0000

The yarn to the man who scored four tries against the All Blacks in 1978 at Eden Park in an historic 30-16 win against the odds.

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The Country 25/09/25: Jo Luxton talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 01:17:40 +0000

Labour's Ag spokesperson puts the boot into the most highly rated MP in the House and we ask, yet again, for some Ag policy from Labour.

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The Country 25/09/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 01:16:19 +0000

Our Australian correspondent on the good and bad news for the sheep industry, only good news for beef, Albo and Trump, and the Bledisloe Cup.

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The Country with Beef + Lamb New Zealand Episode 2: Body Condition Scoring

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 02:30:00 +0000

Every farm has hidden inefficiencies—whether it’s feed wastage, poor timing, or small leaks that quietly drain profit and add stress.

Episode two brought to you by Beef +Lamb New Zealand and powered by The Country, looks into Body Condition Scoring. A simple, cheap management tool, to help get the most out of stock performance, and ultimately improving your bottom line. This week Hamish Mckay is joined by farmers Bevan Proffit, and Steve Nicol, to explain what Body Condition Scoring is, how it is done, and how to turn it into an action plan on your farm that means better stock performance no matter the season, after all you cant manage what you don't measure!

No matter how many years you've been on the land and working with stock, this episode is a must listen for anyone wanting to increase stock performance.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 01:28:43 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Mark Gunton, Jane Smith, and Claire Taylor.

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The Country 24/09/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 01:28:27 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders his personal popularity and the performance of the economy. Plus, what is Winston Peters up to in New York?

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The Country 24/09/25: Mark Gunton talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 01:27:07 +0000

Alliance Group’s chairman Mark Wynne has all but shut down a letter penned by a group of farmers wanting to recapitalise the embattled processor themselves as providing “false hope”. Five current shareholders have pulled together what they describe as an “alternative finance proposal” to prepay its debt money from capital raised from farmers, retaining profits as well as selling “non-essential” assets. We talk with one of those shareholders, Mark Gunton of Argyle Station, who is also an Auckland property developer.

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The Country 24/09/25: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 01:25:50 +0000

North Otago farmer and award-winning environmentalist who has just been elected to the board of directors for Ravensdown. We also get her views on the Alliance Group recapitalisation. Plus, what did she think of yesterday’s interview with GreenXperts Ltd principal scientist, Susan Harris, who said New Zealand should lobby the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change to remove livestock emissions from the Paris Climate Agreement?

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The Country 24/09/25: Claire Taylor talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 01:24:31 +0000

We head to Orange, NSW, to catch up with our favourite Scottish/Aussie Nuffield Scholar and find out what she’s up to.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 01:30:31 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Ben Picton, Chris Webb, Rob Penney, and Susan Harris.

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The Country 23/09/25: Ben Picton talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 01:27:33 +0000

Rabobank's Macro Strategist (Senior Economist) comments on last week's dismal GDP number (-0.9% for the June quarter) and what it means for interest rates for NZ farmers. Plus, could we see our OCR drop to as low as 2% by February 2026?

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The Country 23/09/25: Chris Webb and Rob Penney talk to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 01:26:23 +0000

We mix high-performance sport with high-performance agribusiness on today's panel with a former Wallabies manager and the current Crusaders Coach.

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The Country 23/09/25: Susan Harris talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 01:25:01 +0000

Principal Scientist at GreenXperts Limited, a New Zealand-based sustainability consultancy involved in numerous carbon and land management projects. Today, she says huge pieces of Antarctica are not falling off due to livestock emissions. Rather, she says, we should be global leaders and a better investment for NZ would be "to develop some diplomatic bottle" and lobby the IPCC to remove livestock emissions from the Paris Climate Agreement.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, September 22, 2025

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 02:10:56 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Hayley Gourley, Todd Clark, Pita Alexander, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 22/09/25: Hayley Gourley talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 02:07:31 +0000

A long-standing friend of The Country has been appointed to the Reserve Bank's Monetary Policy Committee. With a background in banking and agri-business we look at her progression through Rabobank and Skellerup to deciding the OCR on October 8.

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The Country 22/09/25: Todd Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 02:06:52 +0000

Our US farming correspondent reflects on Farm Aid 40 years on, a dry fall/autumn, and he looks forward to seeing the All Blacks in Chicago in November.

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The Country 22/09/25: Pita Alexander talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 02:01:13 +0000

We catch up with a globe-trotting Christchurch farm accountant and raconteur who looks at the true cost of farm wages in 2026 and he asks whether our politicians are worth their pay?

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The Country 22/09/25: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 02:00:56 +0000

We ask today's farmer/politician panel if they're worth their keep.

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The Country 22/09/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 01:59:48 +0000

We ask Monday's resident weatherman whether the spring equinox will herald a change in our fortunes.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: September 20, 2025

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Clark, Todd Charteris, Nicola Grigg, Simon Beamish, and Shane Jones.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, September 19, 2025

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 01:27:52 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Riley Kennedy, Damien O'Connor, Emma Poole, and Sandra Faulkner.

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The Country 19/09/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 01:21:48 +0000

Earth Sciences NZ weather guy on the most tempestuous month of them all - September!

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The Country 19/09/25: Riley Kennedy talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 01:20:56 +0000

“Very real.” That’s how Mark Wynne, chair of Alliance Group, describes the threat of the processor collapsing if the proposed deal with Dawn Meats fails. It is just over a month until the processor’s current farmer-shareholders will vote on what is effectively a $250 million bailout to repay its working capital. We catch up with a senior journalist at BusinessDesk to find out more.

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The Country 19/09/25: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 01:19:41 +0000

The former Minister of Primary Industries debates the future of the Alliance Group. Plus, who is responsible for our economic mire, who's fit for Parliament, and Pāmu's management.

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The Country 19/09/25: Emma Poole and Sandra Faulkner talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 01:18:51 +0000

Our Young Farmer and Federated Farmer Panel is quite literally on fire today. A dairy farmer and a sheep/beef/cropping farmer, respectively, sum up their seasons and talk on their pet subjects.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, September 18, 2025

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 01:30:56 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Simon Beamish, Peter Newbold, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 18/09/25: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 01:29:58 +0000

The Prince of the Provinces has finally been crowned the NZ First Deputy Leader, and today he talks about Stuart Nash, Environment Canterbury declaring a “Nitrate Emergency”, and saving Yellow Eyed Penguins (but what about the dolphins, skinks, lizards and blind frogs?).

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The Country 18/09/25: Simon Beamish talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 01:28:51 +0000

This Hawke’s Bay farmer is a former winner of the 2024 East Coast Ballance Farm Environment Awards. He’s also the father of World Champion 3000 metre steeplechase athlete Geordie Beamish. Today, we talk to a very proud parent in Tokyo

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The Country 18/09/25: Peter Newbold talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 01:27:58 +0000

We find the GM of PGG Wrightson Livestock and Real Estate in China, where he’s promoting New Zealand velvet. Plus, we look at the state of the rural property market.

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The Country 18/09/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 01:26:01 +0000

Australian correspondent talks Trump, adapting to climate change, Elon Musk and dinkum romantic Aussie blokes!

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The Country with Beef + Lamb New Zealand Episode One: Systems Wastage.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 02:00:00 +0000

Every farm has hidden inefficiencies—whether it’s feed wastage, poor timing, or small leaks that quietly drain profit and add stress.

In this week’s episode, Hamish sits down with Reuben Moore Tasman Farmer and Beef + Lamb New Zealand Farmer Councilor and Jim Inglis Senior Strategic Advisor at Beef + Lamb New Zealand to unpack systems wastage—what it looks like, how to spot it, and what you can do about it.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 01:28:32 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Shane McManaway, Andrew Murray, Nicola Grigg, and Jeremy Rookes.

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The Country 17/09/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 01:26:49 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders the about-turn on agriculture in schools, farmer confidence, an FTA with India, the polls and the chances of governing with Chlöe Swarbrick, Debbie Ngarewa-Packer and Rawiri Waititi.

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The Country 17/09/25: Shane McManaway talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 01:26:36 +0000

Wairarapa farmer and high-profile leader in agribusiness who successfully lobbied the Government for a change of tune around agriculture in the school curriculum. He is also the founder of the Zanda McDonald Awards, which will be inducted into the Australian Stockman Hall of Fame next week.

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The Country 17/09/25: Andrew Murray talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 01:26:10 +0000

Fonterra’s CFO reviews last night’s better-than-expected GDT Auction (down 0.8%, WMP - 0.8%, SMP - 0.3%, Butter -0.8%, Cheese +2.2%).

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The Country 17/09/25: Nicola Grigg talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 01:25:19 +0000

The Acting Minister of Agriculture and Horticulture rubbishes the call from an outgoing ECan Councillor to declare a “nitrate emergency” in Canterbury.

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The Country 17/09/25: Jeremy Rookes talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 01:24:35 +0000

Our Canterbury-based lifestyle correspondent rounds out the show. He shares his thoughts on ECan’s “nitrate emergency” and how tough tailing is after being a lifestyler.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:36:19 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Cameron Bagrie, Jason Herrick, Phil Duncan, and Hunter McGregor.

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The Country 16/09/25: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:34:35 +0000

We talk GDP, GDT and OCR with an independent economist.

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The Country 16/09/25: Jason Herrick talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:32:44 +0000

It seems dissatisfaction with regional councils is not just limited to Canterbury, following on from yesterday’s interview with former Mid Canterbury President of Federated Farmers David Clark. Today, it’s the turn of the current Southland President to voice his frustration.

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The Country 16/09/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:31:29 +0000

Monday’s weather man on when is September going to calm the farm? After a weekend of intense winds across New Zealand, brighter skies and warmer temperatures are forecast for the early part of this week. The reprieve will be short-lived, however, as winds strengthen and wet weather spreads across the country from Wednesday.

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The Country 16/09/25: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:30:33 +0000

Our Shanghai-based correspondent on Indonesia importing one million dairy cows over the next five years, an oppressive July and August, and a depressed Chinese economy.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, September 15, 2025

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 01:23:52 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, David Clark, Todd Charteris, and Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.

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The Country 15/09/25: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 01:21:52 +0000

We tell the Deputy PM and Act Party leader that we need to draft urgent legislation, and rush it through the House. No, not to get out of Paris or to recognise Palestine. But rather, to ban the box kick. This is a national crisis!

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The Country 15/09/25: David Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 01:21:12 +0000

A Mid Canterbury arable and sheep and beef farmer who’s fighting a nightmarish, bureaucratic battle with ECan, his local regional council.

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The Country 15/09/25: Todd Charteris talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 01:20:39 +0000

Farmer confidence in the broader agricultural economy has inched higher and is now at its second-highest reading at any stage across the last decade, the latest Rabobank Rural Confidence Survey has found. We learn more with Rabobank’s chief executive.

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The Country 15/09/25: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 01:19:54 +0000

We talk to a primary sector academic who’s heading to an FAO UN Conference in Rome. We also discuss Dr Mike Joy on nitrates and removing agriculture from the school curriculum.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: September 13, 2025

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Ingrid Smith, Blake Holgate, Jane Smith, and Winston Peters.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, September 12, 2025

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 01:26:25 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Dr Elizabeth Heeg, Nigel Woodhead, Tim Dangen, Chris Russell, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 12/09/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 01:22:16 +0000

Our Earth Sciences NZ Weather Guy offers his thoughts on 9/11, an All Blacks and Warriors forecast, and a cold start to spring.

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The Country 12/09/25: Dr Elizabeth Heeg talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 01:22:15 +0000

Some foresters are starting to regret rushing into carbon credit farming, and “a few bad actors are giving the sector a bad name”, according to the chief executive of the Forestry Owners Association.

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The Country 12/09/25: Nigel Woodhead and Tim Dangen talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 01:22:14 +0000

Today’s farmer panel features the 2017 and 2022 Young Farmers of the Year. We discuss calving and lambing, removing agriculture from the school curriculum, right tree - right place, and 9/11.

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The Country 12/09/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 01:21:25 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks 9/11, record beef prices, caged eggs still on the menu, tough times for arable farmers and the Wallabies v Pumas.

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The Country 12/09/25: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 01:20:16 +0000

We talk politics with Newstalk ZB's senior political correspondent about 9/11, Tom Phillips, Tākuta Ferris, and Stuart Nash.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, September 11, 2025

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 01:25:32 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Wayne Langford, Winston Peters, Kevin Mortensen, and Dr David Burger.

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The Country 11/09/25: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 01:23:27 +0000

The president (and acting chief executive) of Federated Farmers on the issues of the farming day - calving, Paris, the All Blacks and Dr Mike Joy.

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The Country 11/09/25: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 01:22:53 +0000

The NZ First leader, Foreign Minister, and former Deputy Prime Minister talks 9/11, the assassination of Charlie Kirk, KiwiSaver, National Super, ditching Paris, and Stuart Nash.

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The Country 11/09/25: Kevin Mortensen talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 01:21:19 +0000

We head to Piopio for this month’s PGG Wrightson Livestock update, where the good news is that red meat prices are strong.

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The Country 11/09/25: Dr David Burger talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 01:20:29 +0000

DairyNZ's Chief Science and Innovation Officer says its plantain programme continues to deliver promising results, with new data confirming that modest levels of plantain in pastures reduce nitrogen leaching, offering farmers a practical, science-backed tool to meet environmental goals.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 01:32:39 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Nicola Willis, Jane Smith, Hamish Marr, and Blake Holgate.

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The Country 10/09/25: Nicola Willis talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 01:30:25 +0000

Filling in for the Prime Minister, we ask the Minister of Finance if that’s a role she wants permanently. We also discuss the “Buttergate” beat-up and whether the noble goal of doubling exports in the next decade is achievable.

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The Country 10/09/25: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 01:28:04 +0000

North Otago farmer and award-winning environmentalist talks about “the fascinating arms race” between David Seymour and Winston Peters to claim who thought of getting out of the Paris Agreement first. We also discuss things getting dry down on the farm and why Ingrid Smith is a great face for New Zealand farming.

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The Country 10/09/25: Hamish Marr talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 01:27:54 +0000

New Zealand’s Special Agricultural Trade Envoy, and Canterbury arable farmer, talks about staying in Paris and the challenging times for his industry.

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The Country 10/09/25: Blake Holgate talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 01:27:49 +0000

Kiwis are wasting less of their food than they were two years ago, with the estimated percentage of household food waste dropping to 10.9% from 12.2% in 2023, according to the 2025 Rabobank-KiwiHarvest Food Waste Survey. We chat with Rabobank’s Head of Sustainable Business Development to learn more about the survey.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 01:22:15 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Kate Acland, Maegen Blom, Doug Avery, Tom Martin, Stu Duncan, Stu Loe, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 09/09/25: Kate Acland talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 01:19:54 +0000

New Zealand red meat prices are at record levels and are forecast to remain strong throughout the coming year, despite the risk of headwinds on the horizon. This is according to the New Season Outlook for 2025–2026 from Beef + Lamb New Zealand. We catch up with the chairwoman to take a closer look at the report.

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The Country 09/09/25: Maegen Blom and Doug Avery talk to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 01:19:28 +0000

The Zanda McDonald Panel encourages young leaders (21-35 years old) actively engaged in the ag sector to enter the annual transtasman awards.

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The Country 09/09/25: Farmer Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 01:18:23 +0000

Our UK farming correspondent previews “Back British Farming Day” on Wednesday. He also laments the state of arable farming but is more upbeat about England’s chances in the Women’s Rugby World Cup.

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The Country 09/09/25: Stu Duncan and Stu Loe talk to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 01:17:23 +0000

We ask today’s sheep and beef farmer panel what they’re going to spend their vastly improved profits on?

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The Country 09/09/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 01:15:58 +0000

Monday’s weather man on a Tuesday looks at the most unsettled month of them all - September.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, September 8, 2025

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 01:59:21 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Ingrid Smith, Stuart Nash, and Nadia Lim.

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The Country 08/09/25: Ingrid Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 01:52:05 +0000

Wearing lipstick while bringing the lambs in, why not? Hawke’s Bay farmer and former world shearing record-holder, Ingrid Smith, aka The Made Up Farmer, is inspiring Kiwi women to look good, feel good and hold their own on the farm. Ingrid has built a large following on social media with her witty content, showcasing life on the farm. She also happens to wear makeup while doing so.

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The Country 08/09/25: Stuart Nash talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 01:51:48 +0000

We talk to the former Minister of Forestry about his NZ First candidacy, carbon farming and whether we should ditch the Paris Agreement.

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The Country 08/09/25: Nadia Lim talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 01:51:38 +0000

Nadia's Farm Kitchen - the TV show starts this week, and the book is about to be released.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: September 6, 2025

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie talks to Mark de Lautour, Damien O'Connor, Amber Carpenter, Emma Higgins, and Stephen "Beaver" Donald.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, September 5, 2025

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 02:07:19 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to George Dodson and Hugh Jackson, Kevin "Smiley" Barrett, Chris Brandolino, and Jeremy Rookes.

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The Country 05/09/25: Ray Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 02:06:40 +0000

The Director General of MPI talks about doubling dairy, Paris and whether we've beaten Bovis?

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The Country 05/09/25: George Dodson and Hugh Jackson talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 02:06:40 +0000

Today's Young Farmer panel features the 2024 and 2025 winners, as we ponder carbon farming, Paris and the Stags.

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The Country 05/09/25: Kevin "Smiley" Barrett talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 02:06:30 +0000

We ask the sire of 20% of the starting All Blacks XV how calving's going on his Coastal Taranaki dairy farm.

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The Country 05/09/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 02:06:06 +0000

Our Friday weather guy from Earth Sciences NZ shares his spring outlook.

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The Country 05/09/25: Jeremy Rookes talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 02:05:55 +0000

We track down the most annoying Cantabrian we know, our resident hobby farmer, to talk Dr Mike Joy, Carbon farming, and the Shield challenge.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, September 4, 2025

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 01:34:44 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Stephen "Beaver" Donald, Wayne Langford, Craig Hickman, Dean Rabbidge, John McOviney, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 04/09/25: Stephen "Beaver" Donald talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 01:32:59 +0000

A former All Black, broadcaster, the world’s most famous whitebaiter, and Manukau Toyota Group Ambassador joins us to talk about the All Blacks and his GR Sport Hilux.

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The Country 04/09/25: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 01:31:47 +0000

The President of Federated Farmers comments on Dr Mike Joy’s ill-advised outburst. And when it comes to Paris, should we stay or should we go?

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The Country 04/09/25: Craig Hickman and Dean Rabbidge talk to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 01:29:08 +0000

Today’s farmer panel pits Southland sheep and beef up against Canterbury dairy, ahead of Saturday’s Ranfurly Shield challenge.

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The Country 04/09/25: John McOviney talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 01:28:30 +0000

Waitomo sheep and beef farmer and the chief executive of Steelfort. Today we yarn about the fugitive Tom Phillips, record weaner calf and lamb prices, and why the Dalmatians are on the acquisition trail.

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The Country 04/09/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 01:28:04 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks about worrying scenes in Beijing and the $100 billion barrier being broken by the Aussie primary sector.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:28:46 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Richard Allen, Amber Carpenter, Emma Higgins, and Mark Townsend.

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The Country 03/09/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:25:13 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders the Act Party’s new position on the Paris Agreement. David Seymour is effectively siding with Winston Peters. How much heat/friction is this going to cause for the Coalition? We also discuss the latest Roy Morgan Poll, the Amazon deal and relaxing foreign investment. Are New Zealand farms next on the chopping block?

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The Country 03/09/25: Richard Allen talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:25:00 +0000

Fonterra’s President Global Ingredients reviews last night’s disappointing GDT Auction (- 4.3%, whole milk powder down 5.3%, skim milk powder down 5.8%).

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The Country 03/09/25: Amber Carpenter talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:23:10 +0000

This month’s Farmstrong farmer is a South Auckland dairy and beef farmer and a finalist for the 2024 Dairy Woman of the Year. Today, she shares her emotional story of overcoming adversity.

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The Country 03/09/25: Emma Higgins talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:22:15 +0000

Rabobank’s senior agriculture analyst previews the September Agribusiness Report - Surging Prices for Spring 2025. But does that apply to today’s falling dairy market? And how many more cuts can we expect to the OCR?

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The Country 03/09/25: Mark Townsend talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:21:36 +0000

This large-scale dairy farmer and a founding director of Fonterra wants to upscale dairy production by 50% within the next decade. And he’s mentoring some young industry leaders who he says will lead the charge.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 01:34:53 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Bryce McKenzie, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Todd Clark, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 02/09/25: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 01:30:17 +0000

"The only party that opposed the Zero Carbon Act is now calling for a better deal from Paris,” says the Act Leader as the Party released its position statement on climate today.

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The Country 02/09/25: Bryce McKenzie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 01:29:34 +0000

The co-founder of Groundswell applauds Seymour's decision. But what about Fonterra's?

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The Country 02/09/25: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 01:28:23 +0000

One of our leading primary sector academics says, "It's the margin, Stupid". We discuss profitability, supermarket competition and whether Fonterra should be selling its consumer brands business.

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The Country 02/09/25: Todd Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 01:27:15 +0000

Our Kentucky-based farming correspondent talks about summer drought, rumours of Trump's death, and the demise of the US economy.

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The Country 02/09/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 01:26:25 +0000

Monday's weather expert on a Tuesday on the second day of spring, or is it? Put simply, classic spring weather is kicking in for September with many cold fronts pouncing on New Zealand and southern Australia. But large highs are also in the mix, bringing settled weather, frost potential and even some subtropical winds. Welcome to spring!

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The Country Full Show: Monday, September 1, 2025

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 01:46:39 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Mark de Lautour, Damien O'Connor, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, and Karin Kos.

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The Country 01/09/25: Mark de Lautour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 01:40:58 +0000

The chief executive of Open Country Dairy announces it has finalised a deal to acquire 100% of Miraka Limited (Miraka). He says the opportunity to purchase Miraka happened quickly and made sense for the business.

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The Country 01/09/25: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 01:40:09 +0000

Labour’s trade spokesman and former Minister of Agriculture comments on the Miraka deal, Molesworth, his party’s long-awaited agriculture policy, and Trump’s tariffs.

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The Country 01/09/25: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 01:39:36 +0000

Today's farmer/politician panel discusses calving, dairy deals, biosecurity, a major announcement from ACT tomorrow on the Paris Accord, and footy!

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The Country 01/09/25: Karin Kos talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 01:34:30 +0000

The chief executive of Apiculture NZ says this September, we are celebrating the pollination power of the humble honey bee, which makes a vital contribution to New Zealand’s growing horticultural industry, currently valued at $7.5 billion. One-third of the food we eat comes from pollination due to honeybees. At least 75% of all flowering plants depend on pollinators for fertilisation.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: August 30, 2025

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Mike Petersen, Stefan Vogel, Jane Smith, Mark Leslie, and Shane Jones.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, August 29, 2025

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 01:59:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Shane Jones, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Craig Wiggins, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 29/08/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 01:56:58 +0000

The weatherman from Earth Sciences NZ talks about NIWA 35 and how to apply it to the most important month on the farming calendar.

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The Country 29/08/25: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 01:56:24 +0000

The Prince of the Provinces, Matua Shane, the Minister of digging it up and damming it up, talks about playing Santa Claus on the East Coast and dishing out the dosh from the Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF).

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The Country 29/08/25: Emma Poole and Tim Dangen talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 01:56:16 +0000

Today's brother and sister farming panel discuss calving and whether Fonterra should be selling its consumer brands.

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The Country 29/08/25: Craig Wiggins talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 01:54:31 +0000

MATES in Construction New Zealand is proud to announce an exciting new collaboration with grassroots rural mental health charitable trust Whatever with Wiggy through their "Lean on a Gate" initiative.

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The Country 29/08/25: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 01:53:36 +0000

Newstalk ZB's senior political correspondent talks politics and the loss of a great mate and a great Kiwi.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, August 28, 2025

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 01:13:33 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Mark Leslie, Andrew Fenton, Karen Williams, Chris Russell, and Greg Millar.

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The Country 28/08/25: Mark Leslie talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 01:12:51 +0000

The chief executive of NZ’s biggest farmer says, “Pāmu is entering a new chapter, guided by fresh leadership and a back-to-basics focus on core farming. Our record result is a strong signal that the performance reset is delivering tangible value for New Zealand, enabling us to declare a $15 million dividend”. But what about Molesworth Station?

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The Country 28/08/25: Andrew Fenton talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 01:11:29 +0000

The Horticulture Bledisloe Cup was awarded to Andrew Fenton, current president and chair of the New Zealand Fruitgrowers Federation and chair of the New Zealand Fruitgrowers Charitable Trust, which he has served on since 2003. He was also the inaugural president of Horticulture NZ when it was formed in 2005.

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The Country 28/08/25: Karen Williams talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 01:10:13 +0000

The chief executive of Irrigation NZ was at the Horticulture Industry Awards last night, and next, she’s off to the US to look at dams, which dam-fan Mackay is very jealous of. Plus, is there a “dam” big announcement on the horizon?

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The Country 28/08/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 01:09:35 +0000

Our Australian correspondent discusses the prospect of eating less than 100 grams of red meat per week to fit in with new dietary requirements in 2026. Plus, we look at the definition of Angus beef and the true value of the Australian working dog industry.

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The Country 28/08/25: Greg Millar talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 01:08:11 +0000

IHC’s national fundraising manager welcomes a new sponsor, Alltech, to join PGG Wrightson and Allflex. Last year, the Calf and Rural Scheme returned to pre-covid income of $1.2 million, and the number of pledges has just gone over 3000. While this is ahead of last year, some canvassers are still phoning farmers they haven’t got to.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 01:31:43 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Jane Smith, Stefan Vogel, and Rick Ladd.

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The Country 27/08/25: Rick Ladd talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 01:30:58 +0000

Brandt’s director of sales, New Zealand – agriculture, on how Fonterra’s $3.2 billion capital return will affect the rural supply industry.

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The Country 27/08/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 01:29:31 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders the positive effects Fonterra’s $3.2 billion capital return sugar hit could have for the rural economy. Plus, whether he overstepped the mark by chewing the ear of the Reserve Bank? We also ask what an acceptable economic growth rate is, and whether Todd McClay wasted his time talking tariffs in Washington.

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The Country 27/08/25: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 01:29:05 +0000

We discuss the Ravensdown director election and the state of the red meat industry with a North Otago farmer and award-winning environmentalist. Plus, her recent photo with Damien O'Connor.

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The Country 27/08/25: Stefan Vogel talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 01:26:32 +0000

The RaboResearch general manager for Australia and New Zealand shares his thoughts on where interest and exchange rates are going.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 01:54:25 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Richard McIntyre, Mark Hooper, Mike Petersen, Sandra Matthews, Hunter McGregor, Stu Duncan and Stu Loe.

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The Country 26/08/25: Richard McIntyre and Mark Hooper talk to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 01:53:17 +0000

Federated Farmers' banking spokesmen - past and present - say the Reserve Bank’s decision to review bank capital rules is the first step towards lower interest rates and fairer access to finance for farmers.

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The Country 26/08/25: Mike Petersen talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 01:52:41 +0000

Scales Corporation's chairman (and former chairman of B+LNZ, Special Ag Trade Envoy) has reported a 50% increase in earnings and net profit in the first half of the year, and directors have lifted their guidance for full-year earnings to between $45 million and $50 million. Petersen says the horticulture division reported excellent performance in part due to long-term strategic investment in apple varieties suited to Asian and Middle Eastern markets.

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The Country 26/08/25: Sandra Matthews talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 01:45:17 +0000

Rural Women New Zealand has called on the Government to reconsider changes to the Equal Pay Act that threaten to entrench pay inequities and exacerbate workforce shortages in rural communities.

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The Country 26/08/25: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 01:41:08 +0000

Our China correspondent comments on hot Shanghai nights and the high rate of growth of third-tier cities such as Huzhou.

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The Country 26/08/25: Stu Duncan and Stu Loe talk to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 01:39:58 +0000

Today's farmer panel talks lambing and footy!

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The Country Full Show: Monday, August 25, 2025

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 01:58:41 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Phil Duncan, Peter McBride, Shane McManaway, Dom Jones, and Bruce Cameron.

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The Country 25/08/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 01:48:40 +0000

Monday's resident weather expert on the arrival of spring patterns.

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The Country 25/08/25: Peter McBride talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 01:48:14 +0000

The Chairman of Fonterra on the Lactalis deal.

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The Country 25/08/25: Shane McManaway talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 01:47:46 +0000

Wairarapa farmer and philanthropist inducted into the NZ Business Hall of Fame.

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The Country 25/08/25: Dom Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 01:47:12 +0000

The Managing Director of corporate kiwifruit grower, Origin Capital Partners.

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The Country 25/08/25: Bruce Cameron talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 01:46:23 +0000

A former Chair of Zespri talks faming and footy.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: August 23, 2025

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Stephen Fleming, Christopher Luxon, Michael Every, and Graeme Williams.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, August 22, 2025

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 01:41:34 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Kelvin Wickham, Jason Te Brake, Richard Dawkins, Chris Russell, and Miles Hurrell.

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The Country 22/08/25: Kelvin Wickham talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 01:38:38 +0000

The chief executive of Ballance with the fertiliser co-ops’ annual results. Plus Ballance Agri-Nutrients has been forced to take an $88 million hit on the value of its Taranaki manufacturing facility, given the uncertainty surrounding its future gas supply.

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The Country 22/08/25: Jason Te Brake talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 01:37:04 +0000

The chief executive of Zespri says the co-op’s latest forecast reflects the strong start to the season, with average per-hectare returns forecast to reach record levels for all categories other than SunGold and Organic Green.

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The Country 22/08/25: Richard Dawkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 01:33:27 +0000

Federated Farmers’ meat and wool chairman says there’s reason for hope that the strong wool industry has turned a corner - but farmers need to get in behind the change-makers.

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The Country 22/08/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 01:31:05 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks cotton, coffee and footy.

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The Country 22/08/25: Miles Hurrell talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 01:30:27 +0000

Fonterra’s chief executive discusses the co-op’s agreement to sell its consumer and associated businesses to French food group Lactalis for $3.845 billion.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, August 21, 2025

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 01:20:15 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Todd McClay, Matt Bolger, Graeme Williams, Kate Scott, and Peter Newbold.

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The Country 21/08/25: Todd McClay talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 01:18:46 +0000

We head to Washington DC to catch up with the Minister of Agriculture and Trade to talk tariffs, Saudi Arabia and positive changes to freshwater farm plans.

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The Country 21/08/25: Matt Bolger talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 01:17:29 +0000

Fonterra’s MD of Co-op Affairs comments on the increased 2024/25 season forecast Farmgate Milk Price - from $10.00 per kgMS to $10.15 per kgMS, with the range narrowing from $9.70 - $10.30 per kgMS to $10.10 - $10.20 per kgMS. Fonterra has also retained the $10.00 per kgMS forecast for the current 2025/26 season and narrowed the range from $8.00 - $11.00 per kgMS to $9.00 - $11.00 per kgMS.

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The Country 21/08/25: Graeme Williams talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 01:16:35 +0000

An East Coast farmer and Bush Poet has put pen to paper as he laments the loss of food producing land to carbon farming. His offering is called “Carbon Cuddlers”.

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The Country 21/08/25: Kate Scott talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 01:15:30 +0000

The chief executive of Horticulture NZ previews next week’s annual conference and gala dinner, comments on the superfood kiwifruit, and looks at some of the accommodation issues facing RSE workers.

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The Country 21/08/25: Peter Newbold talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 01:14:54 +0000

The GM of PGG Wrightson Real Estate and Livestock takes his monthly look at the state of the markets.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 01:24:53 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Michael Every, Andrew Murray, and Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.

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The Country 20/08/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 01:18:46 +0000

The PM ponders this afternoon’s OCR announcement, whether even strong economic growth can get the Govt’s finances back on track, Winston kicking Mallard to touch, Nicola’s power play and dad dancing!

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The Country 20/08/25: Michael Every talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 01:18:18 +0000

Two-part interview with Rabobank’s Singapore-based Global Strategist. Part One: "Trump the Peacemaker" and whether a truce in Russia and the Middle East will result in a sugar rush for the world economy. Part Two: "Trump the Disruptor" and how a trading nation like New Zealand can insulate itself against his tariffs.

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The Country 20/08/25: Andrew Murray talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 01:15:24 +0000

Fonterra’s CFO reviews another (relatively) good GDT Auction over night (down 0.3%, WMP + 0.3%) with good interest from China, SE Asia and the Middle East.

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The Country 20/08/25: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 01:15:00 +0000

“It’s the economy, stupid. This phrase remains both relevant and important, despite its age. It was coined in 1992 by James Carville, when he was advising Bill Clinton in what turned out to be a successful run for the White House, and has appeared at regular intervals because it has captured the frustrations of the times repeatedly”. So writes a leading primary sector academic.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 01:22:29 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Stephen Fleming, Cameron Bagrie, Damien O'Connor, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 19/08/25: Stephen Fleming talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 01:21:20 +0000

We catch up with a Kiwi cricketing legend to talk about getting NZ sheep meat into India and how beneficial an FTA would be with the world’s (soon-to-be) third largest economy and world’s fastest growing economy.

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The Country 19/08/25: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 01:18:13 +0000

Independent economist looks beyond tomorrow’s OCR announcement to comment on where neutral is for the Reserve Bank. Plus, is the economy officially suffering from Long Covid where strong economic growth alone won’t be enough to get the Govt’s finances back on track? So is the solution more spending cuts or increased taxes?

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The Country 19/08/25: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 01:17:09 +0000

The former Minister of Agriculture and Trade comments on a “useless Government”. But which one is he talking about? Plus, we look at an FTA with India, the live export ban repeal being stuck in Cabinet limbo, and whether his former Labour government is in denial over the Covid spend up.

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The Country 19/08/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 01:16:12 +0000

Monday’s resident weather expert on a Tuesday reports on bitter wind chills, lower snow flurries, then frosts again.

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The Country Full Show: August 18, 2025

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 01:36:18 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Mark de Lautour, and Kevin "Smiley" Barrett.

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The Country 18/08/25: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 01:27:57 +0000

The Act Party leader talks beer, lefty haters, collateral damage, Dad Dancing and twerking, Grant Robertson's denial over Covid spend up, bike helmets and fiddling while Rome burns when there are bigger fish to fry.

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The Country 18/08/25: Mark de Lautour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 01:26:36 +0000

The a2 Milk Company has inked a long-awaited deal to purchase Yashili’s New Zealand plant for $282 million and sold its stake in Mataura Valley Milk to Open Country Dairy. We ask the chief executive of OCD if he got a bargain basement buy?

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The Country 18/08/25: Kevin "Smiley" Barrett talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 01:25:40 +0000

He's not in Argentina watching his three boys play the Pumas. Today we find him calving on his Coastal Taranaki dairy farm.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: August 16, 2025

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Stacey Waaka, Winston Peters, Kate Acland, Wayne Langford, and Chris Hipkins.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, August 15, 2025

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 01:29:15 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Cam Eyre, George Dodson, Hugh Jackson, Philippa Wright, Barry Soper, and Chris Brandolino.

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The Country 15/08/25: Cam Eyre talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 01:25:14 +0000

A Taranaki-based forestry consultant takes issue with some of the comments made earlier in the week by forestry oracle and carbon farmer, Dennis Neilson, as he goes in to bat for the production forestry industry.

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The Country 15/08/25: George Dodson and Hugh Jackson talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 01:21:57 +0000

Today’s farmer panel comprises the two most recent winners of the FMG Young Farmer of the Year.

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The Country 15/08/25: Philippa Wright talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 01:21:03 +0000

A queen of the Hawke’s Bay wool industry has sold her wool business in Waipukurau and is retiring after almost 50 years in the industry. Today, she looks back on 48 years working with wool and forward to a positive future for strong wool.

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The Country 15/08/25: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 01:20:01 +0000

The Country’s political correspondent wraps up another busy week in the Beehive.

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The Country 15/08/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 01:19:14 +0000

Earth Sciences New Zealand's principal scientist, with a weather forecast for the weekend and beyond.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, August 14, 2025

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 01:40:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Wayne Langford, Chris Hipkins, Jen Corkran, John Duffy, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 14/08/25: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 01:39:58 +0000

Federated Farmers says a report back to Parliament on the so-called "ban on carbon forestry" doesn’t go far enough to stop the march of pines across New Zealand’s productive farmland.

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The Country 14/08/25: Chris Hipkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 01:39:14 +0000

After a mauling this morning from Mike Hosking Breakfast, Labour’s leader fronts up for the second time today on Newstalk ZB. On the agenda are the Covid Royal Commission public hearings and the prospect of a CGT or wealth tax.

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The Country 14/08/25: Jen Corkran talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 01:38:05 +0000

We catch up with Rabobank’s Ag Analyst in Wagin where she’s participating in the bank’s Western Australia Sheep and Wool Tour. We also cast our eye over the August Agribusiness Monthly Report and the excellent prospects for beef and sheepmeats.

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The Country 14/08/25: John Duffy talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 01:36:37 +0000

We take our monthly look at the livestock markets. Today it’s the turn of PGG Wrightson’s Otago Region Manager, a man who’s been in the game for 45 years.

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The Country 14/08/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 01:36:02 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks about animal activists and the Great Australian Cattle Drive.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, August 13, 2025

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 01:24:43 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Pete Turner, Kate Acland, and Tracy Brown.

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The Country 13/08/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 01:20:45 +0000

The PM ponders Winston's response to the proposed sale of 65% of the Alliance Group to Irish-based Dawn Meats. Plus, we discuss high-vis vests, urgent economic action to protect exports, capital gains tax, wealth tax, and being the most unpopular PM since Jim Bolger.

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The Country 13/08/25: Pete Turner talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 01:14:59 +0000

We head to the coalface to yarn with a Southland sheep and beef farmer, who is also a large-scale Alliance Group shareholder, about the proposed sale of 65% of the co-op to Irish company Dawn Meats.

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The Country 13/08/25: Kate Acland talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 01:14:19 +0000

Following on from “Forestry Oracle” Dennis Neilson on yesterday’s show, the Beef + Lamb NZ chairwoman says the government has not gone far enough on carbon farming reforms. We also get her thoughts on the state of the red meat industry, in light of the proposed recapitalisation of the Alliance Group.

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The Country 13/08/25: Tracy Brown talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 01:13:14 +0000

The chair of DairyNZ comments on calving, the payout, Board of Directors elections and the RMA/NPS-FM submission.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 01:23:41 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Mark Wynne, Winston Peters, Dennis Neilson, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 12/08/25: Mark Wynne talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 01:22:05 +0000

The chairman of the Alliance Group outlines the plan to recapitalise the beleaguered meat cooperative with the announcement of the proposed sale of 65% of the company to Irish meat company Dawn Meats for $250 million.

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The Country 12/08/25: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 01:21:34 +0000

The NZ First Leader and former Deputy PM comments on the Alliance Group deal, and why he’s no fan of foreign ownership. He also weighs in on political polls, high viz gear, throwing his leader under the bus about trains, and the prospect of Chlöe Swarbrick wanting to be the Minister of Finance.

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The Country 12/08/25: Dennis Neilson talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 01:20:44 +0000

Director of forest industry advisory and publishing firm DANA, who says the farming sector has been laying it on a bit thick, but he concedes it has done a better job of lobbying than the forestry sector when it comes to carbon farming. He also says there is now less land area in plantation trees in 2024 than there was in 2003. But how much high-producing pastoral and arable land has gone to pine trees?

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The Country 12/08/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 01:19:56 +0000

Monday’s resident weather expert is back to his almost-regular slot!

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The Country Full Show: Monday, August 11, 2025

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 01:47:54 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Tom Young, Stacey Waaka, and Barry Soper.

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The Country 11/08/25: Tom Young talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 01:45:48 +0000

With the announcement of the Alliance Group recapitalisation due tomorrow, we ask Affco’s national livestock manager why some processors in the industry are making record losses despite record prices for farmers? Plus, is the red meat industry structure model fatally flawed?

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The Country 11/08/25: Stacey Waaka talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 01:45:44 +0000

We stick with the red meat theme and ask Beef + Lamb NZ’s ambassador about her love of red meat and why it’s so important to her as a high-performing female athlete.

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The Country 11/08/25: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 01:44:35 +0000

Our political correspondent comments on the latest Taxpayers’ Union-Curia Poll, tonight's TV poll, Winston in high viz, Luxon cuddling Albo, Chlöe wanting to be Minister of Finance, and Willow-Jean Prime dropping the ball big time over education.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: August 9, 2025

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Farmer Tom Martin, Cameron Bagrie, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Emma Higgins, and Jane Smith.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, August 8, 2025

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 01:25:10 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Kelvin Wickham, James Robertson, Rachel Shearer, Phil Duncan, and Hamish McKay.

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The Country 08/08/25: Kelvin Wickham talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 01:24:04 +0000

The Kapuni urea plant, operational since 1982 and employing around 120 people, manufactures approximately one third or 260,000 tonnes of New Zealand’s urea annually, specifically for use as a nitrogen-rich fertiliser. Should an affordable and reliable supply of gas not be found soon, the plant is at risk of closure, says the chief executive of Ballance Agri-Nutrients.

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The Country 08/08/25: James Robertson talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 01:17:09 +0000

We preview next week’s Zanda McDonald Award Summit on the Gold Coast with a young man who holds a unique place in NZ farming history.

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The Country 08/08/25: Rachel Shearer talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 01:16:15 +0000

The GM Wool for PGG Wrightson on the good, the bad and the dags of the current market.

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The Country 08/08/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 01:15:35 +0000

Monday’s weatherman joins us on a Friday to talk about the prospect of a La Nina spring - wet and warm.

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The Country 08/08/25: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 01:15:04 +0000

McKay on Sport. He talks about Richie Mo’unga and the renaissance of free-to-air sport.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, August 7, 2025

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 01:24:27 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Jane Smith, Blair "Blizzard" McLean, Jo Luxton, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 07/08/25: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 01:21:00 +0000

North Otago sheep and beef farmer and award-winning environmentalist who can now add ram hogget crutcher to her resume. Today she talks councils, coal and climate change hysteria, plus having a cup of tea with Damien O’Connor and the Greens.

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The Country 07/08/25: Blair "Blizzard" McLean talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 01:19:58 +0000

Our Blenheim-based viticulture correspondent on the challenges the wine industry is facing with the Trump tariffs (35% of our wine exports), a worldwide grape glut and falling consumption.

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The Country 07/08/25: Jo Luxton talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 01:19:01 +0000

Yet again, we ask Labour’s agriculture spokeswoman for some long-awaited ag policy and just who in the Party is going to be formulating that policy?

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The Country 07/08/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 01:18:16 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks about a breakthrough mRNA vaccine for FMD, Trump’s tariffs, a call for the appointment of a “Chief Farmer” and why he reckons the Wallabies will win the Bledisloe Cup.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, August 6, 2025

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 01:42:51 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Todd McClay, Matt Bolger, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Emma Higgins, and Hunter McGregor.

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The Country 06/08/25: Todd McClay talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 01:40:46 +0000

The Minister of Agriculture and Trade is in Thailand but when is he going to Washington to plead our case against Trump's tariffs?

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The Country 06/08/25: Matt Bolger talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 01:40:01 +0000

Fonterra's Managing Director of Co-op Affairs reviews another positive GDT Auction overnight (plus 0.7%, WMP + 2.1%).

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The Country 06/08/25: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 01:39:27 +0000

Today's cow cocky/politician panel ponders farming, footy and wilding pines.

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The Country 06/08/25: Emma Higgins talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 01:38:23 +0000

Rabobank's Senior Analyst – Agriculture talks about the prospect of the $10 holy grail trifecta for farming.

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The Country 06/08/25: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 01:36:49 +0000

Today, we find our Shanghai-based correspondent in Beijing, where, like millions of other Chinese residents, he's taking in the sights in the summer heat.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, August 5, 2025

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 01:24:57 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Nathan Guy, Cameron Bagrie, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Farmer Tom Martin.

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The Country 05/08/25: Nathan Guy talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 01:21:12 +0000

Former Minister for Primary Industries and current Chair of The Meat Industry Association and Apiculture NZ. The imposition of a 15% tariff on New Zealand exports to the United States could cost the red meat sector an estimated $300 million. We also discuss the recapitalisation of the Alliance Group and tough times for the honey industry.

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The Country 05/08/25: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 01:15:48 +0000

Independent economist comments on US tariffs, a drop in OCR, the unemployment rate, and the threat of stagflation.

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The Country 05/08/25: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 01:15:14 +0000

We ask one of NZ’s leading primary sector academics if, after a lifetime in education, students can’t handle exam pressure and the subsequent life pressures.

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The Country 05/08/25: Farmer Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 01:14:25 +0000

Part 2: We continue from yesterday’s interview as we discuss TB on Diddly Squat farm and the end of the UK drought.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, August 4, 2025

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 01:49:23 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Riley Kennedy, Chris Brandolino, and Farmer Tom Martin.

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The Country 04/08/25: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 01:48:07 +0000

The Deputy PM comments on what, if anything, we can do about Trump's 15% tariff. Plus, he also comments on a radical shake-up of the country’s main secondary school qualification, which will see NCEA abolished and replaced with two new qualifications at Years 12 and 13.

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The Country 04/08/25: Riley Kennedy talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 01:47:54 +0000

Primary sector journalist at BusnessDesk says a long-awaited deal to recapitalise Alliance Group appears to be nearing. Over the weekend, the Irish Times reported that Dawn Meats looked set to stump up with $270 million for a 70% stake in Alliance, which is currently the country’s only fully farmer-owned red meat co-operative.

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The Country 04/08/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 01:47:47 +0000

We have a look at the Earth Science NZ's updated three-month weather outlook.

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The Country 04/08/25: Farmer Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 01:47:44 +0000

In part one of a two-part interview, our UK farming correspondent says he's suing the British Government over the inheritance tax. And Donald Trump agrees.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: August 2, 2025

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Todd Charteris, and Jamie Mackay talks to Tim King, Emma Poole and Tim Dangen, and Shane Jones.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, August 1, 2025

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 01:50:12 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Tim King, Emma Poole, and Tim Dangen.

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The Country 01/08/25: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 01:48:21 +0000

We chatted to the Prince of the Provinces, Matua Shane, on the eve of the Trump tariff announcement and on the menu was the risk of stagflation, the OCR, John Key's rock star economy, sleeping through the tsunami alerts, Jacinda and Kamala's books, and our joint Te Puke Rugby Club fundraiser.

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The Country 01/08/25: Tim King talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 01:47:37 +0000

The Tasman mayor (and sheep and beef farmer) talks about the long recovery ahead for his region after the devastating floods and wettest winter on record.

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The Country 01/08/25: Emma Poole and Tim Dangen talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 01:46:49 +0000

Today's brother and sister panel, the 2022 and 2023 Young Farmers of the Year, talk about dairy farming at opposite ends of the country and how the Weather Gods are treating them.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, July 31, 2025

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 01:42:12 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Chris Russell, Toa Henderson, Ray Smith, and David Geary.

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The Country 31/07/25: Chris Russell talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 01:40:37 +0000

Our Australian correspondent with all the latest from across the ditch, including rugby, US beef imports, recent rains and a welcome influx of beehives.

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The Country 31/07/25: Toa Henderson talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 01:37:40 +0000

We catch up with one of New Zealand’s top shearing talents on his return from a successful first trip to the Northern Hemisphere.

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The Country 31/07/25: Ray Smith talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 01:37:04 +0000

MPI’s Director General on helping with the flood relief in the Tasman. Plus, he discusses biosecurity updates and applications for a scholarship fund aimed at getting the next generation of Kiwis into helping farmers and growers.

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The Country 31/07/25: David Geary talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 01:35:36 +0000

We catch up with a writer known for his plays, The Learners Stand, Lovelocks Dream Run, and Pack of Girls, on the rise of women’s rugby, his rural upbringing in Rangiwahia, and what he’s up to in Canada.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 01:24:25 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Christopher Luxon, Mike McIntyre, Todd Charteris, and Richard Loe.

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The Country 30/07/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 01:22:55 +0000

We ask the Prime Minister about farmer confidence and waving PayWave surcharges. He also talks about his frosty reception at netball’s ANZ Premiership grand final on Sunday.

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The Country 30/07/25: Mike McIntyre talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 01:21:43 +0000

Jarden’s managing director looks into his crystal ball ahead of next week’s GDT Auction.

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The Country 30/07/25: Todd Charteris talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 01:20:47 +0000

Rabobank’s chief executive on achieving top of the class in the bank report cards from Federated Farmers. Plus, he discusses a funding boost for Catchment Communities Aotearoa.

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The Country 30/07/25: Richard Loe talks to Hamish McKay

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 01:16:30 +0000

A Canterbury farmer and former All Black discusses positivity in the primary sector. He also ponders why arable farmers may not be as confident in the recent Federated Farmers survey. And what is a “rural-rural divide”?

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 01:40:27 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Damien O'Connor, Rebecca Greaves, Pita Alexander, and Hamish Marr.

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The Country 29/07/25: Rebecca Greaves talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 01:39:03 +0000

An award-winning rural journalist from Pongaroa on Cyclone Gabrielle and how her farm is recovering two years on.

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The Country 29/07/25: Damien O'Connor talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 01:39:03 +0000

The Labour Party’s trade spokesman joins us to talk about food costs, the Tasman floods, and on-farm safety.

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The Country 29/07/25: Pita Alexander talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 01:39:02 +0000

An agribusiness accountant, who has been in the industry for 50 years, shares his “Lessons for Life in 2025”.

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The Country 29/07/25: Hamish Marr talks to Hamish McKay

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 01:32:34 +0000

We catch up with a Methven arable farmer, who is also New Zealand’s special agriculture trade envoy. He discusses farmer confidence in the arable sector, trade, and tariffs.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, July 28, 2025

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 02:05:08 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Wayne Langford, Phil Duncan, Karen Morrish, and Jorja Miller.

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The Country 28/07/25: Wayne Langford talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 01:57:51 +0000

Federated Farmers National President talks about the Feds’ latest Farm Confidence Survey, which is looking rather positive.

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The Country 28/07/25: Phil Duncan talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 01:57:18 +0000

Monday’s resident weather expert gives us the latest on what’s coming up this week. Unfortunately, he’s the bearer of bad news.

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The Country 28/07/25: Karen Morrish talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 01:55:48 +0000

NZ Apples and Pears Inc.'s chief executive gives us an update on the pipfruit industry.

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The Country 28/07/25: Jorja Miller talks to Hamish McKay

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 01:49:14 +0000

We catch up with the Black Ferns Sevens star ahead of the Women's Rugby World Cup.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: July 26, 2025

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Scott Barrett, Mark Warren, Jane Smith, Jen Corkran, and Neville Clark.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, July 25, 2025

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 01:30:52 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Stu Duncan, Stu Loe, Barry Soper, Rachel Shearer, Ellie Templeton, Meg Miller, and Hamish McKay.

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The Country 25/07/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 01:29:03 +0000

Earth Sciences NZ (Niwa) Weather Guy. An early peek at what spring might hold.

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The Country 25/07/25: Stu Duncan and Stu Loe talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 01:29:01 +0000

Today’s farmer panel chews the farming fat! Do record prices equate to record profits? And a timely reminder of farmer generosity.

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The Country 25/07/25: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 01:28:42 +0000

We welcome our long-standing political correspondent back from paternal leave. A week dominated by butter-gate as Nicola and Maiki make a meal of it. Plus, we go back in time to 2004 and a long lunch with Winston, followed by the Southland Party at the Beehive.

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The Country 25/07/25: Rachel Shearer talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 01:28:18 +0000

The GM of PGG Wrightson Wool. The market continued to ease at yesterday’s North Island wool sale, though the rate of decline has slowed - SWI down 5 cents.

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The Country 25/07/25: Ellie Templeton and Meg Miller talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 01:24:08 +0000

We continue Innovation Week here on The Country with Herd-i, and today we talk to the four young women behind Nature’s Prime Leather Restore.

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The Country 25/07/25: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 01:23:08 +0000

We hand the mic over to next week’s host.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, July 24, 2025

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 01:26:22 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Mark Hooper, Rhys Gardner, Craig Hickman, Duncan Humm, Chris Russell, and Jeremy Rookes.

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The Country 24/07/25: Mark Hooper talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 01:22:54 +0000

Federated Farmers’ new banking spokesman on the latest survey ranking the banks, which has revealed how the country’s biggest rural lenders are performing in the eyes of farmers, by ranking the banks from best to worst. Also, the Com/Com dismissed the Feds’ complaint on net-zero banking.

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The Country 24/07/25: Rhys Gardner talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 01:21:12 +0000

We continue Innovation Week here on The Country with Herd-i. Today we talk to the founder and CEO of G-Factor - a virtual reality and graphics tech company that specialises in driver and rider training, particularly for quad bikes and side-by-sides.

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The Country 24/07/25: Craig Hickman and Duncan Humm talk to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 01:20:39 +0000

Today’s Mid Canterbury-based dairy and deer farmer panel on the price of butter, and who should be paying for it?

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The Country 24/07/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 01:19:12 +0000

Our Australian correspondent on drought-breaking rain in the south, pasture pests taking over, the lifting of the US beef ban and the second Lions Test at the MCG.

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The Country 24/07/25: Jeremy Rookes talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 01:18:17 +0000

The Country’s loquacious hobby farming correspondent fires a few shots in anger. Or does he?

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 01:23:28 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Neville Clark, and Marion Cantillon.

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The Country 23/07/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 01:20:10 +0000

Was Nicola Willis sent on a fool’s errand to Fonterra? The government can’t do anything about the price of butter and cheese (without subsidies), but what can it do to kneecap spendthrift local body councils? Is the Prime Minister concerned with what’s happening at Pāmu, after the sudden resignation of the long-standing and well-regarded manager of Molesworth Station, Jim Ward?
Should the state be a farmer? Or is that an outmoded concept? And what about “frickin” Chris Hipkins?

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The Country 23/07/25: Neville Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 01:18:58 +0000

A storied and well-travelled Gisborne auctioneer, stock agent, and former NZ Rodeo champion, who has just been awarded a life membership of the Poverty Bay A&P Association in its 150th year, reflects on more than 40 years in the industry.

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The Country 23/07/25: Marion Cantillon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 01:17:02 +0000

We continue Innovation Week here on The Country with Herd-i. Today, we catch up with the founder of Pit-Seal - an edible biofilm made of seaweed and nutrients used to cover silage pits instead of plastics.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 01:23:47 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Nathan Guy, Jane Smith, Jen Corkran, Brian Johnson, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 22/07/25: Nathan Guy talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 01:22:39 +0000

We find the Meat Industry Association (MIA) at the Red Meat Sector Conference in Christchurch.

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The Country 22/07/25: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 01:21:46 +0000

North Otago farmer and former winner of the Ballance Farm Environment Awards. Today we jointly enjoy some outrage over Paris, protests and Net Zero banking.

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The Country 22/07/25: Jen Corkran talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 01:21:29 +0000

Rabobank’s senior analyst comments on record red meat prices and a better outlook for New Zealand avocado growers as global demand “smashes” past the $30 billion mark.

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The Country 22/07/25: Brian Johnson talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 01:16:01 +0000

We continue Innovation Week here on The Country with Herd-i. Today we talk to a former pharmacist and one of the three-man team behind the Agri AI teat sprayer, which promises to reduce the huge cost of mastitis to the dairy industry.

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The Country 22/07/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 01:14:03 +0000

We catch up with Monday’s weatherman on a Tuesday.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, July 21, 2025

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 01:28:58 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Scott Barrett, Grant Lightfoot, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Mark Warren.

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The Country 21/07/25: Scott Barrett talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 01:27:10 +0000

We announce the winner of the Kaiwaka fishing promotion with the All Blacks captain.

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The Country 21/07/25: Grant Lightfoot talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 01:26:50 +0000

We kick off Innovation Week on The Country with Herd-i, and today we talk to the innovative Southland farmer behind Kiwi Econet - an edible bale wrap made from jute.

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The Country 21/07/25: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 01:26:17 +0000

Farmers need to be very wary about the threat finance taxonomy from the Centre for Sustainable Finance poses to the primary sector. So says one of our leading rural academics.

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The Country 21/07/25: Mark Warren talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 01:25:43 +0000

An outspoken Hawke’s Bay farmer is up in arms about NZ Rugby selling synthetic beanies instead of woollen ones.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: July 19, 2025

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Damien O'Connor, Derek Daniell, Christopher Luxon, Bruce Weir and Amber Brador, and Winston Peters.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, July 18, 2025

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 01:36:52 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Winston Peters, Bryce McKenzie, Chris Brandolino, and Zoe Carter.

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The Country 18/07/25: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 01:34:29 +0000

We ask, unscripted, the NZ First leader, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and former Deputy PM, if he’s more popular than ever? How much of that is due to Shane Jones? Is Stuart Nash auditioning to be an NZ First MP? Are local bodies out of control when it comes to rate increases? Plus, we hear his thoughts on the Paris Agreement and carbon farming.

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The Country 18/07/25: Bryce McKenzie talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 01:33:27 +0000

We ask the Groundswell co-founder if he’s been barking at cars when it comes to pulling out of the Paris Agreement?

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The Country 18/07/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 01:32:57 +0000

Earth Sciences New Zealand’s principal scientist comments on the unwanted prospect of more rain for the inundated Tasman/Nelson region.

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The Country 18/07/25: Zoe Carter talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 01:31:49 +0000

Young Australian agriculture influencer with 700,000 followers encourages young Kiwis to get across the Tasman for the harvest season. Plus, she warns of the red flags to look out for when it comes to worker exploitation.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, July 17, 2025

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 01:31:24 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Bruce Weir, Amber Brador, Chris Hipkins, Abbi Ayre, Peter Newbold, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 17/07/25: Bruce Weir and Amber Brador talk to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 01:27:51 +0000

We announce the winner of the 2025 Rabobank Good Deeds Competition.

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The Country 17/07/25: Chris Hipkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 01:26:47 +0000

Labour’s leader discusses bipartisan politics, the unlikely prospect of a Grand Coalition and the right tree in the right place.

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The Country 17/07/25: Abbi Ayre talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 01:26:13 +0000

This month’s Farmstrong farmer hails from Reefton, where she and her husband are dairy farmers. She talks about shed shouts, and super yachts.

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The Country 17/07/25: Peter Newbold talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 01:25:24 +0000

We take our monthly look at the state of the rural market with the GM of PGG Wrightson Real Estate and find out that dairy farms have only increased in value by $2,000/ha over the past decade.

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The Country 17/07/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 01:24:16 +0000

Our Australian correspondent comments on the big SBW v Paul Gallen fight and a prominent cotton farmer being sent to jail for water fraud.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 01:34:08 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Todd McClay, Andrew Murray, Jack Fagan, and Jim Hopkins.

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The Country 16/07/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 01:30:11 +0000

The PM says he won’t hang the Tasman/Nelson region out to dry after the devastating flooding. He also denies that cracks are appearing in the coalition and is adamant we should not be pulling out of the Paris Agreement.

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The Country 16/07/25: Todd McClay talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 01:29:40 +0000

Following on from the PM’s comments, the Minister of Agriculture and Forestry announces a $600,000 support package for flood-affected farmers, growers and foresters in the Tasman/Nelson region.

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The Country 16/07/25: Andrew Murray talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 01:28:29 +0000

Fonterra’s CFO reviews last night’s positive GDT Auction - up 1.1%, WMP + 1.7%, SMP + 2.5%.

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The Country 16/07/25: Jack Fagan talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 01:27:27 +0000

We catch up with one half of the NZ Shearing Team ahead of the Welsh Test Series, starting on Saturday. This follows on from a loss to Scotland and wins against England and France.

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The Country 16/07/25: Jim Hopkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 01:26:11 +0000

We get the take of a well-known rural raconteur on water, politics and the politics of water.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 01:26:37 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Damien O'Connor, Kate Acland, Todd Clark, and Mark de Lautour.

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The Country 15/07/25: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 01:23:07 +0000

In light of the devastating flooding, we have to play nice today with the former MP for West Coast Tasman. And surprisingly, we agree to agree for once!

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The Country 15/07/25: Kate Acland talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 01:22:56 +0000

The chair of Beef + Lamb NZ on why we’re importing beef from Australia, and we discuss yesterday’s submissions to Parliament’s Environment Select Committee on carbon farming. Is the problem the incoming legislation? Or is it that we are only one of two countries in the world that allow 100% offsetting for exotic plantations?

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The Country 15/07/25: Todd Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 01:22:42 +0000

Kentucky-based US farming correspondent on record beef prices, record tariffs and record floods in Texas.

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The Country 15/07/25: Mark de Lautour talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 01:22:33 +0000

The chief executive of Open Country Dairy talks about "yellow gold" - butter and cheese - and whether Kiwis will get a better deal domestically when OCD opens its new butter factory. We also look at tonight’s GDT and the milk price prospects for the 25/26 season.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, July 14, 2025

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 01:58:56 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks Kevin Freeman, Derek Daniell, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 14/07/25: Kevin Freeman talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 01:56:42 +0000

We catch up with a Tasman dairy farmer who’s been at the coal face of the devastating flooding at the top of the Motueka River, as the region reels from two horrendous floods in two weeks.

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The Country 14/07/25: Derek Daniell talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 01:55:14 +0000

We yarn with a Wairarapa farmer, and one of the country’s leading sheep breeders, about carbon farming, and the future of production forestry and sheep farming.

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The Country 14/07/25: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 01:55:09 +0000

Today’s dairy farmer/MP panel ponders Clarkson’s Farm in a dry UK summer and a very wet winter here in New Zealand.

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The Country 14/07/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 01:54:40 +0000

We plead with Monday’s resident weather expert for a break in the weather for the flood-ravaged Tasman/Nelson region.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: July 12, 2025

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Stuart Nash, Hugh Jackson, Cameron Bagrie, Farmer Tom Martin, and Jo Luxton.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, July 11, 2025

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 01:55:21 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Chris Brandolino, Aaron Cruden, Sandra Matthews, Richard Dawkins, Emma Poole and Tim Dangen.

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The Country 11/07/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 01:52:50 +0000

We catch up with Earth Sciences New Zealand’s (formerly known as Niwa) principal scientist to find out about more heavy predicted rain.

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The Country 11/07/25: Aaron Cruden talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 01:50:40 +0000

We catch up with a former All Black to get his thoughts on this weekend’s second test against France in Wellington.

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The Country 11/07/25: Sandra Matthews talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 01:46:01 +0000

An update on Rural Women New Zealand with the national president, including proposed improvements in rural connectivity.

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The Country 11/07/25: Richard Dawkins talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 01:43:23 +0000

Federated Farmers’ new national meat and wool chair farms in Marlborough. He discusses how Feds is keeping a close eye on flood-affected farmers in the region. Plus, he says the Save Our Sheep campaign is still going strong.

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The Country 11/07/25: Emma Poole and Tim Dangen talk to Hamish McKay

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 01:37:56 +0000

Today’s farmer panel pair are both former FMG Young Farmer of the Year winners, and sister and brother. They discuss this year’s winner, Hugh Jackson.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, July 10, 2025

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 01:51:03 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Ben Picton, Mark Cuttance, Chris Russell, and Ian Kirkpatrick.

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The Country 10/07/25: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 01:48:37 +0000

A leading farming academic discusses her latest column, "Crop protection challenges as Bayer closes Hastings research site," as well as the young blood coming up through the primary sector.

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The Country 10/07/25: Ben Picton talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 01:46:50 +0000

Senior Macro Strategist for the RaboResearch Global Economics and Markets team in Sydney, on what the OCR means on both sides of the ditch, and what it may mean for the future.

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The Country 10/07/25: Mark Cuttance talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 01:46:09 +0000

PGG Wrightson’s Dairy Sales Manager - South Island, with the latest on the market.

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The Country 10/07/25: Chris Russell talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 01:45:32 +0000

Our Aussie correspondent (and Blues fan) reluctantly talks about State of Origin, before discussing forestation laws under fire, the cattle industry ditching its net-zero 2030 deadline, and why he’s spewing over the Oxford Dictionary’s newest words.

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The Country 10/07/25: Ian Kirkpatrick talks to Hamish McKay

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 01:44:22 +0000

We catch up with an All Blacks great to talk a bit of footy before the second test against France in Wellington this weekend.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 02:17:47 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Wayne Langford, Hunter McGregor, Campbell Parker, and Shane McManaway.

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The Country 09/07/25: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 02:16:42 +0000

The Act Leader and Acting Prime Minister, “Deputy Dave”, joins us in the studio. We talk about the 2025 FMG Young Farmer of the Year, Hugh Jackson, and today’s OCR. Plus, how’s he getting on with Winston Peters? Will Act and NZ First cannibalise National’s rural vote? And how is Mark Cameron?

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The Country 09/07/25: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 02:15:28 +0000

Federated Farmers is calling on Kiwis to “get in behind” flood-affected farming families at the top of the South Island, as recovery efforts ramp up and the scale of the damage becomes clearer. President Wayne Langford visited the area on Monday, July 7. He says the destruction in parts of Nelson and Tasman is extensive, with some farms completely unrecognisable.

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The Country 09/07/25: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 02:15:17 +0000

We find our “Guy in Shanghai” back in his hometown of Roxburgh today, where he’s escaping the oppressively hot 40-degree summer heat. Today we discuss the seasonal variations on the Chinese economy.

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The Country 09/07/25: Campbell Parker talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 02:09:34 +0000

The chief executive of DairyNZ discusses the Foot and Mouth (FMD) Operational Agreement, improvements in winter grazing practices, and the successful recent Farmers Forums.

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The Country 09/07/25: Shane McManaway talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 02:08:13 +0000

A Wairarapa farmer and philanthropist talks about saving the Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 01:22:52 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Cameron Bagrie, Farmer Tom Martin, Sirma Karapeeva, Jo Luxton, and John McOviney.

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The Country 08/07/25: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 01:19:43 +0000

We ask an independent economist what he thinks the Reserve Bank will do ahead of tomorrow's OCR announcement. We also discuss Trump's tariffs, the Alliance Group capital raise and how we can fund National Super.

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The Country 08/07/25: Farmer Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 01:17:59 +0000

Our UK farming correspondent comments on the Groundswell Ag Festival, his royal connections and whether Wimbledon will break the summer drought after the driest spring on record.

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The Country 08/07/25: Sirma Karapeeva talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 01:16:41 +0000

The chief executive of the Meat Industry Association looks back on another strong month for NZ red meat exports, where prices are up, volumes are down, the farmers are making money, but the meat processors aren't.

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The Country 08/07/25: Jo Luxton talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 01:14:38 +0000

Labour's agriculture spokeswoman offers some informed commentary on funding early childhood education, but will she ever come out with any meaningful agriculture policy?

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The Country 08/07/25: John McOviney talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 01:12:08 +0000

Waitomo sheep and beef farmer (and Steelfort chief executive) who reflects on some great prices for weaner calves and store lambs.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, July 7, 2025

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 01:28:49 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Hugh Jackson, Antonia Watson, Stuart Nash, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 07/07/25: Hugh Jackson talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 01:26:43 +0000

We yarn with the 2025 FMG Young Farmer of the Year - a Waikato sheep and beef farmer who finished third in the 2023 Grand Final when representing Otago/Southland.

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The Country 07/07/25: Antonia Watson talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 01:26:20 +0000

ANZ’s chief executive ponders whether farmers are still paying too high a margin for their rural borrowing, the OCR announcement Wednesday, the prospect of a capital gains/wealth tax, and the age of eligibility (and means testing) for national super.

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The Country 07/07/25: Stuart Nash talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 01:25:37 +0000

A former Labour Minister of Forestry has his say on carbon farming and offers a solution for transitioning unproductive hill country to pines and then to native regeneration (for carbon credits). We also discuss his rumoured candidacy for NZ First and whether he’s been shoulder-tapped by Winston.

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The Country 07/07/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 01:23:58 +0000

We ask Monday’s resident weather expert if we are officially in the chilly depths of winter.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: July 5, 2025

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Dame Lisa Carrington, Craig Piggott, Christopher Luxon, and Taine Randell

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The Country Full Show: Friday, July 4, 2025

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 02:14:47 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Taine Randell, Te Radar, Chris Brandolino, Lawrence Field, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 04/07/25: Taine Randell talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 02:12:14 +0000

We talk carbon credits, forestry, farming and footy with a former All Blacks captain who still has nightmares about the French rugby team!

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The Country 04/07/25: Te Radar talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 02:11:02 +0000

It’s day two of three for the FMG Young Farmer Grand Final. We head to Winton to catch up with the voice of the contest for an update.

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The Country 04/07/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 02:09:10 +0000

We catch up with Earth Sciences New Zealand’s (formerly known as Niwa) principal scientist, who has no shortage of weather to talk about!

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The Country 04/07/25: Lawrence Field talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 02:05:55 +0000

We preview the Rabobank farm succession workshops with a Wairarapa farm accountant, hobby farmer and former 1995 Sharemilker of the Year.

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The Country 04/07/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 02:05:46 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks biosecurity, and Trump ignoring Albo!

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, July 3, 2025

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 02:04:50 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Sir David Carter, Wayne Langford, Peter Weir, Jock Ross, and Craig "Wiggy" Wiggins.

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The Country 03/07/25: Sir David Carter talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 02:00:47 +0000

The chairman of Ruralco, and Banks Peninsula farmer, on the history of the co-operative. Carter is also the former Speaker of the House and former Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, so he discusses the state of today’s politics and agriculture. He also says he’s not a fan of carbon credits.

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The Country 03/07/25: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 01:59:43 +0000

The president of Federated Farmers on flooding in the Tasman region and how his Golden Bay farm is doing.

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The Country 03/07/25: Peter Weir talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 01:59:18 +0000

The former president of the New Zealand Forest Owners Association says we could learn from Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Finland, where farming and forestry coexist peacefully.

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The Country 03/07/25: Jock Ross talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 01:58:24 +0000

A former All Black gives his opinion on the current team, before discussing Heartland rugby.

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The Country 03/07/25: Craig "Wiggy" Wiggins talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 01:57:35 +0000

We catch up with a rural health advocate to find out what he’s been up to lately.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 01:21:56 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Craig Piggott, Anna Palairet, and Matthew Zonderop.

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The Country 02/07/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 01:19:17 +0000

We ask the Prime Minister if he’s doing a Sir Keir Starmer; excelling on the world stage and dropping the ball at home on the domestic front? And does he have a “Big Beautiful Bill” waiting in the wings?

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The Country 02/07/25: Craig Piggott talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 01:18:48 +0000

The founder and chief executive of Ag Tech giant Halter comments on the New Zealand company revolutionising farming with its virtual fencing and animal management system, having raised $165 million in a fundraising round, now valuing Halter at $1.65 billion (US$1 billion).

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The Country 02/07/25: Anna Palairet talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 01:13:09 +0000

Fonterra’s chief operating officer reviews last night’s GDT Auction (down 4.1%, WMP down 5.1%). So, is the $10 forecast milk price for the 25/26 season under threat?

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The Country 02/07/25: Matthew Zonderup talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 01:11:50 +0000

Perfect Cow Breeding Solutions is like Tinder for Cows, driven by ChatGPT. It was one of the innovative rural apps discussed at the Primary Industry Summit. Today we yarn to the Matamata dairy farmer who stumbled across the “perfect cow breeding solution”.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 01:22:56 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Dame Lisa Carrington, Jane Smith, Brian Dineen, George Dodson, and Steve Wilkins.

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The Country 01/07/25: Dame Lisa Carrington talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 01:17:33 +0000

Zespri, the world’s largest kiwifruit marketer, was last week proud to announce a four-year global partnership with New Zealand’s most decorated Olympian as its inaugural global brand ambassador.

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The Country 01/07/25: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 01:16:56 +0000

North Otago farmer talks buoyant bull sales, woke commentators talking bull, positivity in agriculture and her family connection to Dame Lisa Carrington.

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The Country 01/07/25: Brian Dineen talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 01:15:58 +0000

Federated Farmers’ Nelson dairy chairman updates on the devastating flooding in his region.

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The Country 01/07/25: George Dodson talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 01:14:50 +0000

It’s four sleeps until he hands over the cloak of knowledge in Invercargill on Saturday night. Today, we ask the 2024 FMG Young Farmer of the Year how the last year has changed his life and what words of advice he has for the seven 2025 grand finalists.

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The Country 01/07/25: Steve Wilkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 01:13:53 +0000

We catch up with a Northern Southland arable farmer on day two of the annual FAR Conference being held at Lincoln University.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, June 30, 2025

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 01:25:46 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Julian Raine, Grant McCallum, Mark Cameron, Blair McLean, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 30/06/25: Julian Raine talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 01:23:25 +0000

The former President of Hort NZ comments on the Nelson flooding (wearing both his horticulture and dairy hats) in terms of the potential impact on the region and the support available.

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The Country 30/06/25: Grant McCallum and Mark Cameron talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 01:20:58 +0000

Today’s Northland Dairy Farmer/MP Panel chew the fat.

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The Country 30/06/25: Blair McLean talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 01:16:43 +0000

Our Marlborough-based viticulture correspondent updates the flooding on his side of the hill, but says that fortunately, it came at a relatively good time of the farming year calendar.

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The Country 30/06/25: Tracy Brown talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 01:15:27 +0000

The chair of DairyNZ comments on the new season’s breakeven milk price ($8.68), the launch of Resilient Pastures at Fieldays, and 60 years of the Economic Survey.

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The Country 30/06/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 01:14:01 +0000

We ask Monday’s weatherman whether there is more rain coming later this week for the sodden regions?

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Rabobank Best of The Country: June 28, 2025

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Eric Roy, Michael Every, Todd McClay, and Shane Jones.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, June 27, 2025

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 01:39:38 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Kendall Langston, Chris Brandolino, Rachel Shearer, Stu Duncan and Stu Loe.

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The Country 27/06/25: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 01:36:08 +0000

The Prince of the Provinces, Matua Shane, wants the country rid of regional councils, starting with Otago. He also has no time for an endangered moth and DoC - both of which are hindering his unbridled ambition to “Dig Baby, Dig”. Does Trump deserve a Nobel Peace Prize? And is Shane our version of the Don?

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The Country 27/06/25: Kendall Langston talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 01:34:01 +0000

Langston grew up on his family farm in South Canterbury. He is the Chair of Rainer Irrigation, the Vice President of Angus NZ, and a partner and strategic advisor at leading advisory firm Pivot and Pace. Today, he talks the talk and walks the walk on farm succession.

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The Country 27/06/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 01:32:31 +0000

NIWA's weather guy on the Big Wet hitting the country, particularly Nelson and Marlborough.

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The Country 27/06/25: Stu Duncan and Stu Loe talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 01:30:48 +0000

Today’s farmer panel on the importance of the local rugby club in rural communities.

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The Country: June Wool Report with PGG Wrightson's Rachel Shearer

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 01:22:32 +0000

The Country's Jamie Mackay talks to PGG Wrightson's GM for Wool, Rachel Shearer, about the state of the market.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, June 26, 2025

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 01:39:40 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Todd McClay, Wayne Langford, Hamish Marr, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 26/06/25: Todd McClay talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 01:37:51 +0000

The Minister of Agriculture and Trade is pleased that the Farm-to-Forest Ban passed its first reading unanimously in the House on Tuesday evening. But is the Government shutting the stable door after the horse has bolted?

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The Country 26/06/25: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 01:36:54 +0000

The President of Federated Farmers reviews a very successful PINZ Summit and Awards this week in Christchurch. Plus, we discuss why farmer politics is such a brutal business.

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The Country 26/06/25: Hamish Marr talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 01:36:11 +0000

New Zealand’s Special Agricultural Trade Envoy joins us to tell us what he actually does when he’s not arable farming in Methven.

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The Country 26/06/25: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 01:35:24 +0000

One of our leading primary sector academics says we should be applauding the current price of butter!

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The Country 26/06/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 01:34:28 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks methane emissions and asks if anyone is keen on some woolly mammoth mince!

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:57:59 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Eric Roy, Todd Charteris, Bridie Virbickas, Dr Robyn Dynes, Emma Poole and Tim Dangen.

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The Country 25/06/25: Eric Roy talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:57:42 +0000

Winner of the pinnacle Outstanding Contribution Award at the PINZ Awards, NZPork chairman Eric Roy has been recognised for 60 years of service to the ag industry.

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The Country 25/06/25: Todd Charteris talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:57:40 +0000

Rabobank's chief executive on the bank's latest report on farm succession, Changing the Guard, which has found over half of all New Zealand farm and orchard owners will reach the age of 65 in the next decade.

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The Country 25/06/25: Bridie Virbickas talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:55:18 +0000

Winner of the Emerging Leader Award at the PINZ Awards. A dynamic young agriculture leader and dairy farmer milking 850 cows in the Bay of Plenty.

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The Country 25/06/25: Dr Robyn Dynes talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:46:09 +0000

Winner of the Primary Industries Champion Award at the PINZ Awards. From her own lambing beat as a young girl on the family farm in Southland to advising farmers on global trends, best practice and the latest science, the trailblazing farming systems scientist has done it all.

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The Country 25/06/25: Emma Poole and Tim Dangen talk to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:44:40 +0000

We catch up with this afternoon’s closing keynote speakers ahead of their address, “Vision for the future of NZ farming from the next generation of farming leaders”.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 01:43:35 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Michael Every, Lawrence Meredith, Jim Ward, Claire Taylor, and Toby Williams.

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The Country 24/06/25: Michael Every talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 01:41:40 +0000

Rabobank Global Strategist says Trump isn’t as “nutty” as people may think he is, as there can be upsides to trade wars and geopolitical crises.

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The Country 24/06/25: Lawrence Meredith talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 01:37:49 +0000

The EU Ambassador to New Zealand has been listening intently to Michael Every and gives his response to the Rabobank Global Strategist.

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The Country 24/06/25: Jim Ward talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 01:35:11 +0000

Jamie catches up with a former schoolmate, who happens to be the manager of Molesworth Station, New Zealand’s biggest farm.

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The Country 24/06/25: Claire Taylor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 01:33:02 +0000

We catch up with a Scottish Nuffield Scholar and keynote speaker at the Primary Industries New Zealand Summit. Her topic is "How do we change the narrative around farming?".

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The Country 24/06/25: Toby Williams talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 01:30:05 +0000

Federated Farmers’ meat and wool chairman on the next part of Feds’ battle against carbon farming.

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The Country Full Show: 23 June, 2025

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 02:58:55 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Phil Duncan, Richard McIntyre, Kevin "Smiley" Barrett, Harijinda Singh, and Jeremy Rookes.

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The Country 23/06/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 02:55:09 +0000

Monday's resident weather expert says expect a burst of windy and wet weather mid to later this week nationwide from the west, then a wintry lower South Island this weekend after a brief mid week warm up.

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The Country 23/06/25: Richard McIntyre talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 02:52:21 +0000

The Federated Farmers Dairy Chair is signing off this week at the Primary Industry Summit in Christchurch. We look at two of his biggest achievements in the role.

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The Country 23/06/25: Kevin "Smiley" Barrett talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 02:50:58 +0000

We head to the Coastal Rugby Club in South Taranaki to talk to the most successful sire in New Zealand rugby as the first All Blacks squad of 2025 is named.

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The Country 23/06/25: Harijinda Singh talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 02:49:41 +0000

Is a South Otago dairy farmer who's running 364 kms from Mt Cook to Akaroa in his gumboots to raise money for the Otago Community Hospice. We ask why?

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The Country 23/06/25: Jeremy Rookes talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 02:48:28 +0000

Our Lifestyle/Hobby correspondent comments on record beef bull sales, Trump and the All

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Rabobank Best of The Country: June 21, 2025

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Damien O'Connor, Emma Higgins, Winston Peters, Jane Smith, and Hamish McKay.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, June 19

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 01:33:04 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Brendan Attrill, Peter Newbold, Chris Russell, Hamish McKay, and Rowena Duncum.

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The Country 19/06/25: Brendan Attrill talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 01:32:54 +0000

We track down the recipient of the Gordon Stephenson Trophy and newly-crowned Ambassador for Sustainable Farming and Growing for 2025 - a South Taranaki dairy farmer, who’s about to jump on a plane to go riding dirt bikes in a Mongolian desert!

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The Country 19/06/25: Peter Newbold talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 01:27:48 +0000

How much is your farm worth? We take our monthly look at the state of the rural real estate market with the GM of PGG Wrightson Real Estate.

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The Country 19/06/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 01:27:01 +0000

Our Australian correspondent comments on a great State of Origin game in Perth, lamb and milk prices, and mustering with drones and e-bikes.

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The Country 19/06/25: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 01:25:57 +0000

We preview the Super Rugby final with The Country’s new fill-in host.

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The Country 19/06/25: Rowena Duncum talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 01:25:22 +0000

After joining The Country team in 2018, we farewell Ro, but she will not be lost to us!

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The Country: Optimising Lamb Survival Ep.3 with Dr Rene Corner-Thomas

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 01:43:19 +0000

Pregnancy scanning offers more than just lamb counts - it’s a powerful management tool that can lift lamb survival and save on feed. In episode 3 of Optimising Lamb Survival, a podcast series from Beef + Lamb New Zealand, The Country’s Rowena Duncum is joined by Associate Professor Rene Corner-Thomas from Massey University.
They explore how to make the most of scanning - from identifying ewes needing extra support, to improving feeding strategies and pinpointing lambing dates. If you want to turn scanning results into real productivity gains, this episode is for you.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, June 18

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 01:39:10 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Winston Peters, Jane Smith, Mike McIntyre, and Warwick Catto and Jamie Strang.

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The Country 18/06/25: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 01:34:18 +0000

The NZ First leader and former Deputy PM steps in for the PM who's doing the business in China. We talk about the perilous state of the world geopolitically, a trade deal with Indonesia, missing Fieldays, his political adversaries, the Green Party and the Green Parrot.

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The Country 18/06/25: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 01:33:40 +0000

We let an outspoken North Otago farmer off the chain and she reckons we should be more worried about Global War-ing than Global Warming. We also talk about the Green Party's fiscal folly released yesterday. And we finished by talking bull and a record price for an Angus Black Beauty.

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The Country 18/06/25: Warwick Catto and Jamie Strang talk to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 01:33:37 +0000

We catch up with two iconic and long-standing judges for tonight's BFEAs in Wellington.

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The Country 18/06/25: Mike McIntyre talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 01:33:37 +0000

Jarden's Head of Commodities comment's on last night's GDT Auction - the second of the new 25/26 season - down 1% (WMP down 2.1%). Plus we ask if Fonterra was too optimistic with its $10 opening forecast milk price.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, June 17

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 02:10:15 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Helen and Ian Burgess, Todd Clark, Sandra Matthews, Dr Beata Bukosa, and Damien O'Connor.

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The Country 17/06/25: Helen and Ian Burgess talk to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 02:06:19 +0000

These Cyclone Gabrielle-hit farmers in the Gisborne region are still waiting to get full farm access after their bridge was washed out in early 2023.

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The Country 17/06/25: Todd Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 02:05:22 +0000

Our Kentucky-based US farming correspondent talks riots, Trump, a wet and slow spring, and making money out of “idiot bales” for the thoroughbred horse racing industry.

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The Country 17/06/25: Sandra Matthews talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 02:04:35 +0000

The national president of Rural Women NZ comments on the (sometimes) emotional subject of HRT patches.

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The Country 17/06/25: Dr Beata Bukosa talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 02:02:56 +0000

A Niwa-led study has found New Zealand’s native forests are absorbing more carbon dioxide (CO2) than previously thought. We catch up with the Niwa atmospheric scientist, who led the study, to learn more.

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The Country 17/06/25: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 01:59:48 +0000

Labour’s trade spokesman takes umbrage when asked why his party is playing “wait and see” with its agriculture policy.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, June 16

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 02:01:14 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Emma Higgins, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Phil Duncan, and Cheyne Gillooly.

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The Country 16/06/25: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 02:00:00 +0000

Deputy Dave is just back from the Oxford Union Debate, and on his way home, he decided to read Jacinda’s new book - A Different Kind of Power. Today he does a book review, plus we talk tabout he issues of the day, including whether health spending cuts should be on the table.

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The Country 16/06/25: Emma Higgins talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 01:59:53 +0000

Rabobank’s senior dairy analyst comments on the bank’s latest Dairy Quarterly (Q2) Report - Too Good To Be True? And despite a strong start to 2025, downside risks are expected to emerge over the coming months.

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The Country 16/06/25: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 01:57:38 +0000

Today’s farmer/politician panel look back on a great week at Fieldays.

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The Country 16/06/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 01:57:18 +0000

Monday’s resident weatherman is the (justly deserved) 2025 Agricultural Communicator of the Year.

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The Country 16/06/25: Cheyne Gillooly talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 01:53:56 +0000

We catch up with the new chief executive of Young Farmers on his first day on the tools, ahead of the Grand Final in Invercargill on July 3-5.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: June, 14, 2025

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 21:06:55 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Nathan Guy, Mike Petersen, Richie McCaw and Dame Valerie Adams, Ray Smith, and Shane Jones.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, June 13, 2025

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 02:04:05 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Te Radar, George Dodson, Rick Ladd, Gabe Ross and Riley Meason, Jessi Morgan and Adam Thompson, Jenni Vernon and Richard Lindroos.

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The Country 13/06/25: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 02:02:14 +0000

The Prince of the Provinces, just returned from Singapore, is back in Heartland NZ. We discuss farm-to-forestry conversions, a Federated Farmers political poll, and a Beef + Lamb NZ carbon farming report.

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The Country 13/06/25: Te Radar talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 01:56:44 +0000

The voice of Fieldays and FMG Young Farmer grand final refuses to spill the beans on his favourite for this year's competition. He talks about how important the Innovation Awards are to Fieldays.

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The Country 13/06/25: George Dodson talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 01:51:39 +0000

The 2024 FMG Young Farmer of the Year discusses how winning the title has changed his life and advises those in the grand final coming up in early July in Invercargill.

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The Country 13/06/25: Rick Ladd talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 01:47:52 +0000

Brandt’s director of sales comments on tractor sales, the true barometer of Fieldays.

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The Country 13/06/25: Gabe Ross and Riley Meason talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 01:47:01 +0000

The lads from The Weekend Mish, a multimedia platform showcasing their outdoor adventures and promoting sustainability and conservation, talk about their Roadie to Fieldays and how they fared in the tractor pull.

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The Country 13/06/25: Jessi Morgan and Adam Thompson talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 01:39:25 +0000

Predator Free NZ on why feral cats are a huge on-farm problem. Plus, the man behind Restore Native Nursery and My Mortgage.

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The Country 13/06/25: Richard Lindroos and Jenni Vernon talk to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 01:38:28 +0000

It’s a Fieldays wrap-up with the new chief executive and the president/board chairwoman.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, June 12, 2025

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 02:03:03 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Ray Smith, Miles Hurrell, Chris Hipkins, Todd McClay, Todd Charteris, Samuel Whitelock, Kate Scott, Mike Green, and Hugh Jackson.

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The Country 12/06/25: Ray Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 01:59:36 +0000

MPI's director general on a "blockbuster" Situation and Outlook for Primary Industries (Sopi) report.

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The Country 12/06/25: Miles Hurrell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 01:58:04 +0000

Fonterra's chief executive commented on the dairy numbers in MPI's Situation and Outlook for Primary Industries report. Plus, will Trump’s tariffs affect dairy? Also, the elephant in the room - dairy conversions.

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The Country 12/06/25: Chris Hipkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 01:54:36 +0000

Labour's leader says he's had a positive reception at Fieldays, and discusses his party's as yet unannounced agriculture policy. Plus, would he take agriculture out of the ETS?

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The Country 12/06/25: Todd McClay talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 01:50:20 +0000

The Minister of Agriculture and Trade takes time out of his busy Fieldays schedule to sing the praises of the primary sector and how he's willing to work with Labour leader Chris Hipkins to do "what's right for our farmers".

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The Country 12/06/25: Todd Charteris talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 01:44:10 +0000

Rabobank’s chief executive discussed the bank’s Fieldays breakfast, where Finance Minister Nicola Willis spoke about her clear vision for the primary sector, including using wool carpets in Kāinga Ora in state homes. He also talks about a positive result in the Federated Farmers banking survey.

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The Country 12/06/25: Samuel Whitelock talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 01:39:13 +0000

An All Blacks legend talks about life after rugby. He also celebrates Farmstrong’s 10th anniversary and how he’s been an ambassador for the nationwide rural wellbeing programme for nine of those years.

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The Country 12/06/25: Kate Scott talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 01:34:38 +0000

Horticulture NZ's chief executive, on an impressive season for the sector, after a "tough couple of years".

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The Country 12/06/25: Mike Green and Hugh Jackson talk to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 01:31:56 +0000

We catch up with the man behind the Rural Support Trust's dinner, which raised over $300,000 last night. Plus, an FMG Young Farmer grand finalist who wants to plug tomorrow night's "Party in the Tron".

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The Country: Optimising Lamb Survival Ep.2 with Professor Paul Kenyon and Geordie Eade

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 04:12:08 +0000

Breeding hoggets can be a smart way to lift overall lamb numbers - but only if it’s done right.

In episode two of Optimising Lamb Survival, a podcast series from Beef + Lamb New Zealand, we’re diving into hogget lambing.

The Country’s Rowena Duncum sits down with Professor Paul Kenyon, Head of the School of Agriculture and Environment at Massey University and Riverton farmer Geordie Eade, to talk feed planning through lactation, scanning strategies, health considerations, and the long-term impacts of breeding ewe hoggets.

Whether you're already breeding hoggets or just considering it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help make the right decisions on-farm.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 02:13:01 +0000

Fieldays Day One: Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Mark de Lautour, Jack Fagan, Steve Wyn-Harris, Rick Ladd, Dame Valerie Adams, Richie McCaw, Monty Betham, and Mike Casey.

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The Country 11/06/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 02:04:46 +0000

The Prime Minister is at Fieldays to discuss the tax break on equipment for farmers, new legislation on carbon farming, reducing emissions, and KiwiSaver options for those wanting to buy their first farm.

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The Country 11/06/25: Mark de Lautour talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 01:59:10 +0000

Open Country Dairy's chief executive is enjoying a busy day one of Fieldays. He talks about Fonterra's forecast milk price, US tariffs, a new butter plant, and gives away some cheese.

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The Country 11/06/25: Jack Fagan talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 01:54:45 +0000

We catch up with a top shearer to discuss why we should pay more for strong wool, and an update on the dairy farm he got into with his parents nine years ago.

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The Country 11/06/25: Steve Wyn-Harris talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 01:50:02 +0000

Central Hawke's Bay farmer and broadcaster on chasing meteorites in his semi-retirement, and how he's written a children's book about it.

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The Country 11/06/25: Rick Ladd talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 01:47:54 +0000

Brandt's director of sales talks about selling big green tractors - and little green tractors - at Fieldays.

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The Country 11/06/25: Dame Valerie Adams and Richie McCaw talk to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 01:45:45 +0000

Sporting royalty joins Jamie at Fieldays to discuss keeping fit after retiring from sport and their roles as Toyota Brand Guardians.

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The Country 11/06/25: Monty Betham talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 01:41:15 +0000

More sporting royalty joins The Country, this time boxing and league. Betham talks about the upcoming match between Sonny Bill Williams and Paul Gallen, and sings the Warriors' praises.

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The Country 11/06/25: Mike Casey talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 01:35:50 +0000

The innovative Central Otago cherry orchardist says Fieldays is a “dream come true” and his favourite day of the year. He talks about encouraging farmers to farm energy through solar panels, and an “epic” cherry season.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 01:31:58 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Rowena Duncum, Farmer Tom Martin, Hunter McGregor, Chris Russell, Kevin Mortensen.

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The Country 10/06/25: Rowena Duncum talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 01:30:06 +0000

With one sleep to go, we get a scene set from Mystery Creek from our woman on the ground!

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The Country 10/06/25: Farmer Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 01:20:04 +0000

Our UK farming correspondent comments on the driest spring in 132 years, and NFU warns that farms face financial ruin unless the Treasury rethinks its “destructive” inheritance tax.

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The Country 10/06/25: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 01:19:22 +0000

Our guy in Shanghai is a Kiwi selling venison and red meat to the Chinese. Today, we talk about “summer plum rains”, green shoots in the economy, and Trump’s tariffs.

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The Country 10/06/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 01:18:25 +0000

Our Australian correspondent says Trump’s tariffs are making absolutely no difference to record exports of Aussie beef to the US. Plus, we ask, “Who’s got the biggest” when it comes to Agricultural Field Days?

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The Country 10/06/25: Kevin Mortensen talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 01:17:31 +0000

We wrap “International Day” here on The Country by heading to the exotic locale of Pio Pio in the King Country, as we take our monthly look at the state of the livestock market with the team from PGG Wrightson.

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The Country: Drench Wise, Farm Smart Ep. 5 with Jason Leslie and Colin McKay

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 01:41:28 +0000

This special bonus episode of Drench Wise Farm Smart, brought to you by Zolvix Plus from Elanco, dives into new research findings from a joint PGG Wrightson and PGGW Seeds trial, exploring how crops can significantly help manage worm burdens, support growth rates and reduce drench reliance.
The Country’s Rowena Duncum is joined by Elanco’s Colin McKay and one of the team behind this exciting research – Dr Jason Leslie BVSc from PGG Wrightson’s Technical team.
It’s a valuable listen for anyone wanting to farm smarter and stay on top of roundworm management.

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To get the full story on how more and more farmers are overcoming parasite resistance visit 'Stories from the front line’.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, June 9, 2025

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 01:21:09 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Nathan Guy, Mike Petersen, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 09/06/25: Nathan Guy talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 01:19:44 +0000

The Meat Industry Association chairman, and former Minister for Primary Industries, talks tariffs, record meat prices, and whether he supports Federated Farmers' SOS (Save Our Sheep) campaign.

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The Country 09/06/25: Mike Petersen talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 01:18:57 +0000

Don't blame the pine trees! So says the former President of Beef + Lamb NZ, when it comes to the loss of more than two million sheep (45% of the total flock) in the past 32 years. He also looks at how water will transform the farming landscape in his home patch of Central Hawkes Bay.

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The Country 09/06/25: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 01:18:52 +0000

One of our leading primary sector academics looks forward to the big Rural Support Trust debate at Fieldays and the networking opportunities Mystery Creek affords all and sundry.

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The Country 09/06/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 01:18:49 +0000

Monday's resident weatherman previews Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at Fieldays.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: June, 7, 2025

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Dame Alison Stewart, Dame Catriona Williams, Ben Picton, Christopher Luxon, and Jane Smith.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, June 6, 2025

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 01:48:17 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Chris Brandolino, Hamish McKay, and Heather du Plessis-Allan.

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The Country 06/06/25: Emma Poole talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 01:46:50 +0000

In the absence of Winston Peters, we yarn to the 2023 Young Farmer of the Year about Fieldays and the wind up of the 24/25 dairy season.

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The Country 06/06/25: Tim Dangen talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 01:45:59 +0000

The 2022 Young Farmer of the Year talks about his move to go dairy farming closer to the South Pole.

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The Country 06/06/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 01:45:18 +0000

Niwa's weather guy on winter’s arrival and the long-range winter forecast. Will it be warmer and wetter? Plus, we go shorter term with a Fieldays forecast for next week.

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The Country 06/06/25: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 01:43:55 +0000

Hamish McKay on a big weekend in sport, including the Super Rugby play-offs, the Warriors v Cronulla clash, tennis with the French Open, and the RBC Canadian Open for golf fans.

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The Country 06/06/25: Heather du Plessis-Allan talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 01:33:59 +0000

The Sir Paul Holmes Broadcaster of the Year award winner talks about the week in politics. And she didn’t even turn up for the awards!

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, June 5, 2025

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 02:06:42 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Wayne Langford, Riley Kennedy, Richard Lindroos, Chris Russell, and Murray Deaker.

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The Country 05/06/25: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 02:04:32 +0000

The president of Federated Farmers and poster boy for Toyota, Yamaha and One NZ. We discuss “Save Our Sheep” billboards in Wellington and the Feds’ banking survey. Plus, the Fish & Game announcement today - its advocacy function is under review. Also, Federated Farmers is at Fieldays next week – where can people find them and what will they focus on?

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The Country 05/06/25: Riley Kennedy talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 02:01:48 +0000

BusinessDesk rural journalist on the state of the dairy industry and his recent trip to China with Fonterra (with Henry Acland and Hunter McGregor).

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The Country 05/06/25: Richard Lindroos talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 02:00:43 +0000

Six sleeps to go, and we continue the countdown with the new chief executive of Fieldays.

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The Country 05/06/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 01:59:49 +0000

Our Australian correspondent reminisces on the Radio Awards of 2003. Plus, we talk about a sudden drop in mushroom sales, South Australia running out of hay, and Albo v Trump.

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The Country 05/06/25: Murray Deaker talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 01:58:34 +0000

When in Auckland, you’ve gotta talk to an Aucklander! Today, we go back to 1994, and a tribute to an All Blacks legend, and discuss where the best golf course in the world is!

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 01:23:48 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Jane Smith, Mike McIntyre, Ben Picton, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 04/06/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 01:20:50 +0000

The Prime Minister has told UK climate scientists to “send their letters to other countries”, after they accused the government of ignoring scientific evidence over methane emissions. Plus, we yarn about Winston and David, Landcorp and NZ Post, Jacinda’s book and Fieldays.

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The Country 04/06/25: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 01:19:59 +0000

North Otago farmer and award-winning environmentalist supports Luxon’s response to the climate scientists. She also comments on the Federated Farmers Banking Survey.

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The Country 04/06/25: Mike McIntyre talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 01:19:01 +0000

Jarden’s Head of Commodities comments on the first GDT auction of the new season - “The positive momentum that we saw coming into the season, right up until the penultimate event, now looks to be lost with the overall event falling 1.6% and several of the key individual products coming under pressure. WMP -3.7%, SMP -1.1%, AMF 1.4%, Butter 0%, BMP -6.1% and Cheese -4.2%.”

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The Country 04/06/25: Ben Picton talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 01:13:52 +0000

It’s Acronym Day, and Rabobank’s Senior Macro Strategist comments on falls in the OCR and GDT, and the OECD slashing its annual growth report for the world economy.

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The Country 04/06/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 01:12:59 +0000

Winter’s here this week, and it’s Fieldays next week. We look out a week for a Waikato forecast with WeatherWatch.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 01:32:40 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Richard McIntyre, Dame Alison Stewart, Dame Catriona Williams, and Dan Boulton.

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The Country 03/06/25: David Seymour talk to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 01:31:14 +0000

He’s now a heartbeat away from the top job, but will he be on his best behaviour now that he has succeeded Winston for the Deputy PM’s job? And does this give Winston free license to campaign with reckless abandon?

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The Country 03/06/25: Richard McIntyre talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 01:30:29 +0000

Federated Farmers’ banking spokesman comments on the results of the latest survey. Are the banks getting the message? And which banks are performing best (and worst)?

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The Country 03/06/25: Dame Alison Stewart talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 01:29:59 +0000

Stewart was made a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to plant science and the arable sector, flying the flag for agriculture in the King’s Birthday Honours.

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The Country 03/06/25: Dame Catriona Williams talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 01:28:35 +0000

Williams was made a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the 2025 King's Birthday Honours for services to spinal injury research and equestrian sport, and for inspiration to everyone in a chair who wants to get out of it.

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The Country 03/06/25: Dan Boulton talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 01:22:34 +0000

We find the chief executive of Silver Fern Farms in Toronto, Canada, where he’s meeting with the Lamb Company (an in-market venture owned by SFF, Alliance, ANZCO and an Australian partner). We look at the prospects for red meat in Asia and North America, plus the need for rationalisation in the industry when it comes to capacity.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: May, 31, 2025

Fri, 30 May 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Toby Williams, Damien O'Connor, Cameron Bagrie, Christopher Luxon, and Mile Hurrell.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, May 30, 2025

Fri, 30 May 2025 01:51:30 +0000

Hamish McKay talks to Stu Loe and Stu Duncan, Dr John Roche, Jen Corkran, Chris Brandolino, and Rowena Duncum.

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The Country 30/05/25: Stu Loe and Stu Duncan talk to Hamish McKay

Fri, 30 May 2025 01:49:48 +0000

Today’s Farmer Panel is the “Two Stus”, who talk a bit of farming, footy, and rural connectivity.

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The Country 30/05/25: Dr John Roche talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 30 May 2025 01:47:21 +0000

MPI’s chief science advisor, and the newly appointed chief science advisor to the Prime Minister, discusses agriculture and science. Plus, he discusses the Science for Farmers programme, which has been expanded.

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The Country 30/05/25: Jen Corkran talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 30 May 2025 01:45:33 +0000

Rabobank’s senior analyst for animal protein at RaboResearch previews Rabobank’s Beef Quarterly, which will be released next week.

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The Country 30/05/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 30 May 2025 01:44:15 +0000

Niwa’s principal scientist, our weather guy for Friday, gives a preview for the weather heading into “official” winter.

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The Country 30/05/25: Rowena Duncum talks to Hamish McKay

Fri, 30 May 2025 01:43:09 +0000

Ro discusses the upcoming Primary Industry Summit (PINZ), happening next month in Christchurch.

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The Country: May Wool Report with PGG Wrightson's Rachel Shearer

Fri, 30 May 2025 01:42:24 +0000

The Country's Rowena Duncum talks to PGG Wrightson's GM for Wool, Rachel Shearer, about the state of the market.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, May 29, 2025

Thu, 29 May 2025 01:38:20 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Miles Hurrell, Ian Proudfoot, Matt Black, Chris Russell, and Hamish McKay.

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The Country 29/05/25: Miles Hurrell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 29 May 2025 01:37:24 +0000

Fonterra’s chief executive fires the shot opening for the forecast milk price for the 25/26 season. And it’s a good one, with the genuine prospect of two $10 payments in a row! We also look at a potential final dividend and a return of capital from the consumer brands divestment.

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The Country 29/05/25: Ian Proudfoot talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 29 May 2025 01:35:29 +0000

KPMG’s Global Head of Agribusiness yesterday released his 2025 Agribusiness Agenda, sharing the results of its annual Agribusiness Leaders Priority Survey, a key resource for industry leaders and influencers.

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The Country 29/05/25: Matt Black talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 29 May 2025 01:28:49 +0000

It’s the final day of the NZ Dog Trial Championships at Hanmer Springs, and today we’re joined by the Canterbury Centre president, who’s in charge of a terrific team hosting the Nationals.

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The Country 29/05/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 29 May 2025 01:27:45 +0000

Our Aussie correspondent talks State of Origin and the state of the lamb, beef and dairy markets. Plus, we look at the silver lining from the terrible NSW flooding.

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The Country 29/05/25: Hamish McKay talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 29 May 2025 01:26:12 +0000

Tomorrow, the baton will be passed from a Mackay to a McKay, as one of NZ’s best-known broadcasters makes his debut hosting The Country.

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The Country: Optimising Lamb Survival Ep.1 with Dr David Stevens

Wed, 28 May 2025 02:33:11 +0000

Getting more lambs on the ground, and through to weaning, takes more than just good luck. Optimising Lamb Survival, a new podcast series from Beef + Lamb New Zealand, shares practical tips and proven strategies to lift lamb survival and productivity.

In part one, The Country’s Rowena Duncum chats with Dr David Stevens from AgResearch about feed planning, ewe nutrition, and the key factors that make or break your lambing success.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Wed, 28 May 2025 01:32:40 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Cameron Bagrie, Bruce Thorrold, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, and Blair McLean.

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The Country 28/05/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 28 May 2025 01:28:21 +0000

The Prime Minister fronts up on The Country, after standing Mike Hosking up on Monday. We discuss Jim Bolger’s comments about Winston and Seymour, the Investment Tax Boost, National Super and Pāmu’s carbon farming.

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The Country 28/05/25: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 28 May 2025 01:26:57 +0000

Independent economist comments on today’s OCR announcement, the Investment Tax Boost, and National Super.

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The Country 28/05/25: Bruce Thorrold talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 28 May 2025 01:23:40 +0000

DairyNZ’s Chief Science Adviser looks back on 40 years of change in the dairy industry.

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The Country 28/05/25: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 28 May 2025 01:22:07 +0000

One of our leading primary sector academics on the dairy industry and the Budget.

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The Country 28/05/25: Blair McLean talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 28 May 2025 01:21:14 +0000

Our viticulture correspondent says this season’s grape harvest is outstripping last year’s, which is good news for New Zealand’s seventh largest export, although the higher yield may bring some challenges.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Tue, 27 May 2025 01:48:20 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Damien O'Connor, Professor Alan Renwick, and Mark Leslie.

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The Country 27/05/25: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 27 May 2025 01:34:24 +0000

We find Labour’s trade spokesman at the E Tipu conference in Palmerston North, but is it a woke talk fest? We also preview tomorrow’s “Love in” with Federated Farmers in Masterton, but is it a waste of time? Plus, is he in favour of Fonterra selling its Consumer Brands? And what about more conversions in Canterbury?

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The Country 27/05/25: Professor Alan Renwick talk to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 27 May 2025 01:33:10 +0000

A new report from ASB and Lincoln University, launched at E Tipu today, shows that Kiwi farmers could unlock $10 billion in additional value for the economy by optimising land use by just 10% – and the transformation could happen within the next 5–7 years.

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The Country 27/05/25: Mark Leslie talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 27 May 2025 01:32:20 +0000

The chief executive of Pāmu defends the state-owned farmer’s move into carbon farming, as yet another “magnificent food producing station” at Reporoa goes to pine trees. But isn’t the government placing limits on how much Class 6 land can go into trees?

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The Country: Drench Wise, Farm Smart Ep. 4 with Angus Gibb and Colin McKay

Mon, 26 May 2025 01:36:22 +0000

Tackling drench resistance requires both technical know-how and practical on-farm application. In episode four of Drench Wise, Farm Smart, brought to you by Zolvix Plus from Elanco, The Country’s Rowena Duncum is joined by Elanco’s Colin McKay and North Canterbury sheep and beef farmer - and vet - Angus Gibb. Angus shares how he’s combining veterinary insight with hands-on farming to manage roundworm challenges proactively, from strategic breeding and pasture planning to testing protocols and reducing risk from bought-in stock. It’s a valuable listen for anyone wanting to farm smarter and stay on top of roundworm management.

To get the full story on how more and more farmers are overcoming parasite resistance visit 'Stories from the front line’.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, May 26, 2025

Mon, 26 May 2025 01:27:23 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Toby Williams, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Tom Young, Phil Ropiha, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 26/05/25: Toby Williams talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 26 May 2025 01:25:08 +0000

Federated Farmers’ meat and wool chairman launches a new campaign, SOS: Save Our Sheep, calling for urgent action to halt the collapse of New Zealand’s sheep industry.

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The Country 26/05/25: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 26 May 2025 01:24:28 +0000

It’s the “Hoggy and McNational Farmer/Politician Panel”. On today’s menu, we have Grant’s underpants, the Regulatory Standards Bill, and whether the government is doing enough to halt the relentless onslaught from carbon farming, blanket-planting some of our productive pastoral land.

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The Country 26/05/25: Tom Young talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 26 May 2025 01:20:58 +0000

Affco’s national livestock manager comments on record red meat prices. But is it enough to save the industry from further decline?

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The Country 26/05/25: Phil Ropiha talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 26 May 2025 01:19:52 +0000

It’s Stihl Chainsaw Safety Awareness Week, and we have a Stihl MS 182 chainsaw (valued at $555) to give away, as well as some good advice.

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The Country 26/05/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 26 May 2025 01:15:06 +0000

Monday’s resident weather expert on flooding in Nelson, some rain coming, and a mild May.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: May 24, 2025

Fri, 23 May 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Matt Chisholm, Chris Hipkins, Anna Nelson, Lucas Fuess, and Shane Jones.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, May 23, 2025

Fri, 23 May 2025 01:27:28 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Jason Te Brake, Chris Brandolino, Kane Brisco, and Rowena Duncum.

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The Country 23/05/25: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 23 May 2025 01:23:08 +0000

The Prince of the Provinces, the self-titled Matua Shane, comments on yesterday’s Budget, where a highlight was his baiting of the Greens over his spend-up on fossil fuel energy. But should he who has sinned cast the first stone?

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The Country 23/05/25: Jason Te Brake talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 23 May 2025 01:22:13 +0000

The chief executive of Zespri comments on the strong demand and market returns from Zespri’s largest-ever crop, which has seen the kiwifruit marketer top $5 billion in global sales in the 2024/25 season, exceeding the goal set in 2015 of $4.5 billion by 2025.

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The Country 23/05/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 23 May 2025 01:18:26 +0000

NIWA’s weather guy on our Indian summer, which is heading into winter.

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The Country 23/05/25: Kane Brisco talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 23 May 2025 01:17:35 +0000

This month’s Farmstrong farmer and champion is a well-known Taranaki cow cocky and author of the best selling book Tools for the Top Paddock.

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The Country 23/05/25: Rowena Duncum talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 23 May 2025 01:16:45 +0000

The Country’s Rural Commercial Lead is just back from a 10-day trek of the Australian Outback, where her touring party ventured to some great Aussie Outback stations.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, May 22, 2025

Thu, 22 May 2025 01:24:16 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Wayne Langford, Chris Hipkins, and Chris Russell.

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The Country 22/05/25: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 22 May 2025 01:20:58 +0000

The president of Federated Farmers on the love-in with Labour and the battle with Groundswell, NZ Farming and the Methane Science Accord.

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The Country 22/05/25: Chris Hipkins talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 22 May 2025 01:20:07 +0000

It’s Budget Day! So, what would the Leader of the Opposition do if he were running the cutter? Why the love-in with Federated Farmers? And why are we not seeing any agricultural policy from Labour?

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The Country 22/05/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 22 May 2025 01:16:50 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks about a six month cattle drive to educate city-dwellers about food security, the social license around Roundup use, and why the Lucky Country is a land of droughts and flooding rains.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Wed, 21 May 2025 01:30:51 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Richard Allen, Anna Nelson, Lucas Fuess, and James Denholm.

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The Country 21/05/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 21 May 2025 01:27:20 +0000

We ask the PM about tomorrow’s Budget, but more importantly, where’s the money’s coming from to balance the books? We talk Mystery Creek and whether dairy conversions will be the hot topic du jour? And why has carbon capture and storage (CCS) at Kapuni fallen over as an option to meet our 2030 emissions target?

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The Country 21/05/25: Richard Allen talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 21 May 2025 01:25:54 +0000

We look at the results of the final GDT Auction for the 24/25 season with Fonterra’s president of global markets ingredients. Plus what is the Fonterra team doing in Shanghai?

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The Country 21/05/25: Anna Nelson talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 21 May 2025 01:21:44 +0000

Yesterday, Silver Fern Farms Co-operative held its AGM in Dunedin. It was Nelson's first as the co-operative's chairwoman, and Rob Hewett’s last with the company after serving 17 years as a Director. Nelson has officially taken over Hewett’s former role as co-chair of Silver Fern Farms Limited. But has SFF gone woke over emissions reductions?

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The Country 21/05/25: Lucas Fuess talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 21 May 2025 01:20:27 +0000

A US-based senior dairy analyst for Rabobank is visiting NZ and presenting alongside Emma Higgins at several of the bank's events across the country, covering the latest developments in global dairy markets and what they mean for New Zealand’s dairy sector.

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The Country 21/05/25: James Denholm talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 21 May 2025 01:18:48 +0000

Toyota’s Palmerston North-based New Vehicle Operations Manager gives us a Fieldays preview, including some hot deals on the new Hilux.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Tue, 20 May 2025 01:33:10 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Richard McIntyre, Mark de Lautour, Farmer Tom Martin, Kate Acland, and Corina Jordan.

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The Country 20/05/25: Richard McIntyre talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 20 May 2025 01:31:23 +0000

Federated Farmers dairy chair says Feds is calling on the Government to deliver on National’s pre-election promise to change KiwiSaver rules to help young farmers get their foot on the farming ladder.

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The Country 20/05/25: Mark de Lautour talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 20 May 2025 01:30:14 +0000

We catch up with the chief executive of Open Country Dairy ahead of the last GDT auction of the season tonight. Plus, we look at the prospects for the 25/26 season.

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The Country 20/05/25: Farmer Tom Martin talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 20 May 2025 01:26:42 +0000

Our UK farming correspondent talks about the driest spring in nearly a century and the Labour government not backing down on the controversial inheritance tax.

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The Country 20/05/25: Kate Acland talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 20 May 2025 01:25:54 +0000

The chairwoman of Beef + Lamb NZ comments on her recent trip to Europe and the US, and on a good season, but a much-needed one, for sheep and beef farmers.

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The Country 20/05/25: Corina Jordan talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 20 May 2025 01:24:26 +0000

The outgoing chief executive of Fish & Game NZ responds to Dr Jacqueline Rowarth’s column on ducks.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, May 19, 2025

Mon, 19 May 2025 01:21:56 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Sandra Faulkner, Sandra Matthews, Matt Chisholm, and Phil Duncan.

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The Country 19/05/25: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 19 May 2025 01:20:13 +0000

We ask the age-old question of the Act leader (soon to be Deputy Prime Minister). What’s in the Budget for farmers?

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The Country 19/05/25: Sandra Faulkner and Sandra Matthews talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 19 May 2025 01:19:34 +0000

Today’s farmer panel features "the two Sandys from Gizzy" - the Federated Farmers adverse events spokeswoman and the Rural Women NZ president.

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The Country 19/05/25: Matt Chisholm talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 19 May 2025 01:18:50 +0000

We lighten things up a little with a well-known rural mental health advocate, raconteur and hobby farmer.

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The Country 19/05/25: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 19 May 2025 01:16:46 +0000

Monday’s resident weatherman has been missing in action for the past two weeks, and even his mother is wondering what’s happened to him.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: May 17, 2025

Fri, 16 May 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie talks to Jane Smith, Michael Every, Christopher Luxon, and Katie Milne.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, May 16, 2025

Fri, 16 May 2025 01:31:45 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Todd McClay, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Chris Russell, Jeremy Rookes, and Chris Brandolino.

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The Country 16/05/25: Todd McClay talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 16 May 2025 01:29:28 +0000

We find the Minister of Agriculture and Trade in Korea, where he’s been meeting with APEC trade ministers, and US trade representative Jamieson Greer.

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The Country 16/05/25: Emma Poole and Tim Dangen talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 16 May 2025 01:27:04 +0000

Today’s brother and sister farmer panel features two of the sharpest young minds in agriculture. But can they agree on methane and the Paris Accord?

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The Country 16/05/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 16 May 2025 01:24:50 +0000

Our Australian correspondent talks about weight loss drugs, slumping tractor sales and the madness of an “unrealised capital gains tax”.

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The Country 16/05/25: Jeremy Rookes talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 16 May 2025 01:24:14 +0000

Our resident lifestyle/hobby farming correspondent bemoans the state of the nation.

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The Country 16/05/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 16 May 2025 01:23:44 +0000

NIWA’s principal scientist with a weather update for the week and beyond.

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, May 15, 2025

Thu, 15 May 2025 01:20:59 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Jo Luxton, Peter Newbold, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Sean Laidlaw and Sebastian Chapman.

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The Country 15/05/25: Jo Luxton talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 15 May 2025 01:20:43 +0000

Labour’s agriculture spokeswoman on Paris, methane, carbon farming, and Fieldays.

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The Country 15/05/25: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 15 May 2025 01:20:42 +0000

One of our leading farming academics chips in on methane and the Paris Accord. Plus, she tells us why ducks are such a pest.

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The Country 15/05/25: Peter Newbold talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 15 May 2025 01:20:42 +0000

How much is your farm worth? We take our monthly look at the rural market with the GM of PGG Wrightson Real Estate.

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The Country 15/05/25: Sean Laidlaw and Sebastian Chapman talk to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 15 May 2025 01:20:41 +0000

We’re joined by two young entrepreneurs who have started up a new company called “Seedling”, which aims to help both those who want to retire from the farm and younger players who want to get in, with a focus on succession planning and investment.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Wed, 14 May 2025 01:26:41 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Michael Every, Katie Milne, and Craig Wiggins.

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The Country 14/05/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 14 May 2025 01:23:27 +0000

The Prime Minister responds to criticism that he has yet to visit China, and ponders Trump’s latest tariff move. We also discuss why we should stay in the Paris Agreement and whether we’re flogging the family silverware to pay for NZ Superannuation.

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The Country 14/05/25: Michael Every talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 14 May 2025 01:21:54 +0000

A two-part interview with Rabobank’s Singapore-based global strategist. Part one: Is there no end to Trump's tariffs, despite his recent backflip with China and what happened to "Thrive in '25" for the world economy? Part two: What’s the best business to be in, in a troubled world - food or munitions? Who are the political and economic leaders on the world stage today? Will an American Pope get Trump to “calm the farm”?

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The Country 14/05/25: Katie Milne talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 14 May 2025 01:16:25 +0000

This West Coast dairy farmer, and former president of Federated Farmers, says we need to change how we measure methane in the atmosphere, and she questions our commitment to the Paris Agreement.

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The Country 14/05/25: Craig Wiggins talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 14 May 2025 01:16:21 +0000

Today, we find our resident rural health advocate at the Speight’s Ale House in Palmerston North.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Tue, 13 May 2025 01:30:21 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Tom and Fiona Langford, Jane Smith, Hunter McGregor, Greig Taylor, and Todd Clark.

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The Country 13/05/25: Tom and Fiona Langford talk to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 13 May 2025 01:28:10 +0000

We’re joined by the winners of the 2025 NZ Share Farmers of the Year at last weekend’s Dairy Industry Awards: two dynamic young agribusiness leaders who shunned the corporate world for the cowshed.

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The Country 13/05/25: Jane Smith talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 13 May 2025 01:26:51 +0000

North Otago farmer and a "Poster Girl" for the Methane Science Accord. Today, she comments on the Ruminant Methane Survey Summary Report released yesterday. And she doesn’t pull any punches over AgriZeroNZ and the Government’s emissions reduction targets.

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The Country 13/05/25: Hunter McGregor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 13 May 2025 01:25:11 +0000

Shanghai-based Kiwi selling red meat to the Chinese. He’s cautious about Trump’s tariff reduction and the still-fragile state of the Chinese economy.

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The Country 13/05/25: Greig Taylor talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 13 May 2025 01:24:19 +0000

We catch up with a Hawke's Bay orchardist to learn more about an intense fight between the Hawke’s Bay Regional Council and farmers/growers, over a water allocation document called Tank.

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The Country 13/05/25: Todd Clark talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 13 May 2025 01:19:26 +0000

Our Kentucky-based US farming correspondent talks about Trump, tariffs, a wet spring, and a whipping at the Kentucky Derby.

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The Country: Drench Wise, Farm Smart Ep. 3 with Michael Cammock and Colin McKay

Mon, 12 May 2025 03:10:40 +0000

Protecting your farm from parasite resistance takes proactive planning and smart management. In episode three of Drench Wise, Farm Smart, brought to you by Zolvix Plus from Elanco, The Country’s Rowena Duncum is joined by Elanco's Colin McKay and Gladstone sheep and beef farmer Michael Cammock.

Michael shares his practical approach to slowing drench resistance on his 800-hectare farm - from targeted drenching and quarantine protocols to grazing strategies and honest discussions with his peers. The episode’s packed with valuable, real-world insights on protecting the health of your stock and the productivity of your land.

To get the full story on how more and more farmers are overcoming parasite resistance visit 'Stories from the front line’.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, May 12, 2025

Mon, 12 May 2025 01:27:50 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, Grant McMaster, Jenni Vernon, and John McOviney.

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The Country 12/05/25: Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum talk to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 12 May 2025 01:25:36 +0000

Today’s farmer/politician panel ponders the methane survey conducted by Groundswell, NZ Farming and the Methane Science Accord. And has the government got it wrong or right when it comes to pay equity?

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The Country 12/05/25: Grant “Disaster” McMaster talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 12 May 2025 01:24:36 +0000

Queenstown farmer and anti-wilding pines campaigner - but should we leave them there to sequester carbon? He’s also a leading dog trial commentator and judge who previews the NZ Champs coming up at Hanmer Springs later in the month.

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The Country 12/05/25: Jenni Vernon talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 12 May 2025 01:23:16 +0000

The President of Fieldays was the first woman to receive a Nuffield Scholarship and to chair the Waikato Regional Council and NZ National Fieldays Trust.

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The Country 12/05/25: John McOviney talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 12 May 2025 01:21:05 +0000

Waitomo sheep and beef farmer, and Steelfort’s chief executive, reflects on some great prices for lambs and calves and the results of the methane survey.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: May, 10, 2025

Fri, 09 May 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Steve Maharey, Kate Acland, Matt Bolger, Jen Corkran, and Winston Peters.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, May 9, 2025

Fri, 09 May 2025 01:46:59 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Winston Peters, Kendall Langston, Chris Brandolino, Duncan Humm, and Jason Walls.

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The Country 09/05/25: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 09 May 2025 01:45:21 +0000

The Deputy PM (but not for much longer) and the NZ First Leader (probably forever) talks about his relationship with the media, pay equity, trade deals and the glory days of his rugby career.

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The Country 09/05/25: Kendall Langston talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 09 May 2025 01:43:29 +0000

We catch up with the vice president of Angus NZ at the World Angus Forum, which has just wound up in Brisbane.

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The Country 09/05/25: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 09 May 2025 01:39:43 +0000

NIWA's principal scientist on lots of rain and a mild May.

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The Country 09/05/25: Duncan Humm talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 09 May 2025 01:38:48 +0000

Deer farmer and NZ Farming Facebook page founder on "new opportunities" for venison, the GE Bill, and whether we should pull out of the Paris Agreement.

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The Country 09/05/25: Jason Walls talks to Jamie Mackay

Fri, 09 May 2025 01:37:57 +0000

We ask Newstalk ZB's political editor, what's the difference between pay equity and equal pay?

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, May 8, 2025

Thu, 08 May 2025 01:37:17 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Wayne Langford, Hayden Dillon, Karen Morrish, Chris Russell, and Pete Barnes.

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The Country 08/05/25: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 08 May 2025 01:32:40 +0000

Has the president of Federated Farmers sold his soul for a new Hilux? What are the main concerns from the provincial AGMs? What are the Feds working on at the moment? Is he looking forward to drying off? Will he fix his milk price?

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The Country 08/05/25: Hayden Dillon talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 08 May 2025 01:28:59 +0000

With milk price volatility presenting a persistent challenge for New Zealand dairy farmers, the Findex head of agribusiness urges farmers to embrace hedging strategies to protect their income. With a range of hedging tools now available and accessible, he says farmers today have no excuse not to consider managing milk price risk.

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The Country 08/05/25: Karen Morrish talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 08 May 2025 01:28:15 +0000

The chief executive of NZ Apples and Pears gives us an end-of-season overview. Plus, we look at the impact of Trump’s tariffs.

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The Country 08/05/25: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 08 May 2025 01:27:33 +0000

Our Australian correspondent comments on last Saturday’s election results, record prices for farmland, locust plagues, and why the Aussies aren’t having a say in electing the new Pope.

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The Country 08/05/25: Pete Barnes talks to Jamie Mackay

Thu, 08 May 2025 01:27:03 +0000

We have our monthly catch-up with the team from PGG Wrightson Livestock. Today we’re off to Marlborough.

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Wed, 07 May 2025 01:21:20 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Christopher Luxon, Matt Bolger, Kate Acland, Wayne McNee, and Jen Corkran.

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The Country 07/05/25: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 07 May 2025 01:18:59 +0000

The Prime Minister ponders the GDT Auction, falling livestock numbers, carbon farming loopholes, the windfall from FTAs, and whether Trump won the Canadian and Australian elections for the left.

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The Country 07/05/25: Matt Bolger talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 07 May 2025 01:18:57 +0000

Fonterra's new Managing Director of Co-operative Affairs reviews another outstanding GDT Auction overnight (up 4.6%, WMP + 6.2%) as the 24/25 season draws to a close.

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The Country 07/05/25: Kate Acland talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 07 May 2025 01:16:39 +0000

We catch up with the chairwoman of Beef + Lamb NZ in Brussels to talk about a warm reception for her in Europe, declining livestock numbers and no decline in pastoral farms going to carbon forestry.

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The Country 07/05/25: Wayne McNee talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 07 May 2025 01:15:44 +0000

The chief executive of AgriZeroNZ defends the investment in methane emissions reductions being made on behalf of New Zealand farmers.

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The Country 07/05/25: Jen Corkran talks to Jamie Mackay

Wed, 07 May 2025 01:15:07 +0000

Rabobank's Senior Animal Proteins Analyst reviews the sheep and beef sections from the bank's May Agribusiness Monthly Report. And it makes for good reading.

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Tue, 06 May 2025 01:27:58 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Mark Cameron, Richard Lindroos, Dr Frank Mitloehner, and Rick Ladd.

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The Country 06/05/25: Richard Lindroos talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 06 May 2025 01:26:13 +0000

The new chief executive of Fieldays has embraced the ultimate “mullet strategy” – business in the front, party in the back – to bring together innovation, education and globalisation to this year’s event.

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The Country 06/05/25: Mark Cameron talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 06 May 2025 01:26:12 +0000

The Act Party has joined NZ First’s war on “woke” banks with a member’s bill to repeal legislation that requires banks and other financial institutions to submit climate disclosures. Plus, how worried is he about falling livestock numbers - especially sheep - down 6.2 million (21%) to just 23.6 million from a decade ago?

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The Country 06/05/25: Dr Frank Mitloehner talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 06 May 2025 01:26:08 +0000

A world-renowned expert on livestock methane and climate is in high demand globally for his clear, science-based communication. With methane such a hot topic in NZ agriculture, he’s got great insights to share, especially on why it should be measured differently from long-lived gases.

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The Country 06/05/25: Rick Ladd talks to Jamie Mackay

Tue, 06 May 2025 01:25:42 +0000

Brandt’s Director of Sales talks about Trump, tariffs, and tractors.

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The Country Full Show: Monday, May 5, 2025

Mon, 05 May 2025 01:26:31 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Toby Williams, Steve Maharey, Mike McIntyre, and Pita Alexander.

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The Country 05/05/25: Toby Williams talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 05 May 2025 01:25:03 +0000

Federated Farmers' meat and wool chairman welcomes the Government’s commitment to halt the locking up of high-quality farmland in carbon forest, but says loopholes remain.

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The Country 05/05/25: Steve Maharey talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 05 May 2025 01:23:53 +0000

A former Labour cabinet minister comments on the state of world politics after Trump's victories for the left in Canada and Australia. Is Winston our Trump? Is Labour electable with the Greens and TPM as its coalition partner? Is a CGT/wealth tax electorally palatable? And how is NZ placed as a food producer in a geo-politically-troubled world?

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The Country 05/05/25: Pita Alexander talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 05 May 2025 01:21:48 +0000

A Christchurch-based farm accountant comments on the varying primary sectors' profitability and why he still works seven days a week.

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The Country 05/05/25: Mike McIntyre talks to Jamie Mackay

Mon, 05 May 2025 01:20:11 +0000

We ask Jarden's head of commodities whether $10 is the new norm for the milk price.

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Rabobank Best of The Country: May 3, 2025

Fri, 02 May 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Shane Jones, Stephen Jacobi, Farmer Tom Martin, Scott Barrett, and Christopher Luxon.

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The Country Full Show: Friday, May 2, 2025

Fri, 02 May 2025 01:36:07 +0000

Jamie Mackay talks to Chris Brandolino, Jo Sheridan, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Shane McManaway, Stu Duncan and Stu Loe.

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