REX
This is the REX Podcast feed - your one-stop-shop for all things Rural.
REX is the best of rural radio hosted by Dominic George. Dedicated to the backbone of NZ, join us as we discuss rural challenges and issues, find stories that inspire and empower, and celebrate key players in the sector across Aotearoa.
For more rural news and updates, head to www.rexonline.co.nz.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 35 minutes
- Episodes
- 4088
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Ben Picton - US tariff implications for NZ & Australia
Dom talks with Ben Picton, Rabobank Senior Market Strategist, about a new special report from RaboResearch analysing the US tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, the likelihood of tariffs being applie…
REX February 7th - Ben Picton from Rabobank, Alex Gowen from Beef+LambNZ & the NZ Meat Board and Brent Walton from Waimakariri Irrigation Ltd
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Ben Picton, Rabobank Senior Market Strategist, about a new special report from RaboResearch analysing the US tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, the like…
Brychan Morgan - Say it with flowers
Dom talks with Brychan Morgan from Raincliff Station about its new flower and maize agritourism venture, its recent annual Elk/Wapiti terminal sire sale and his family's history at Raincliff.
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James Meager - South Island issues, pub quizzes and cricket
Dom talks with James Meager, the newly appointed Minister for the South Island, about what the portfolio entails, life as a politician and his pub quiz specialties.
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Stu Davison - Another ripper of a GDT auction
Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy in Chicago following the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+3.7%).
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REX February 5th - Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy, South Island Minister James Meager and Brychan Morgan from Raincliff Station
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy in Chicago following the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+3.7%)... He talks with James Meager, the newly appointed Mini…
Justin Ruygrok - Northern Young Farmer winner
Dom talks with Northern FMG Young Farmer of the Year regional winner Justin Ruygrok about the event over the weekend, who encouraged him to compete and his preparations for the Grand Final in July in…
Phil Duncan - Outlook for Feb & NIWA Metservice merger
Dom talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the outlook for February and the merger of NIWA and Metservice.
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Toby Williams - In the pines
Dom talks with Toby Williams, Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Chair, about the government’s recent announcement of a 2035 climate target of a 51-55% emissions reduction, why he thinks it's signing New …
REX February 4th - Toby Williams from Federated Farmers, Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch and Northern FMG Younf Farmer of the Year regional winner Justin Ruygrok
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Toby Williams, Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Chair, about the government’s recent announcement of a 2035 climate target of a 51-55% emissions reduction, w…
Patrick Davis - Beers, Peers & Good Ideas
Dom talks with Catalyst Performance Agronomy CEO Patrick Davis about the upcoming 'Beers, Peers and Good Ideas' event in Palmerston North (Feb 26), what's on offer and the idea behind it.
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Grant McNaughton - The rise of Pamu deer farms in Te Anau
Dom talks with Grant McNaughton, Lower South Island GM for Pāmu, about its recent Open Day showcasing three deer farms in Te Anau, what was discussed and the farms' performances.
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Nick Martin - Can sport psychology help farmers?
Dom talks with 2024 Kellogg scholar Nick Martin about his report, 'Performance Psychology of Elite Canterbury Sheep & Beef farmers: How Top operators could win in the sport of Farming', what prompted…
REX February 3rd - 2024 Kellogg Scholar Nick Martin, Grant McNaughton from Pamu and Patrick Davis from Catalyst Agronomy
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with 2024 Kellogg scholar Nick Martin about his report, 'Performance Psychology of Elite Canterbury Sheep & Beef farmers: How Top operators could win in the sp…
Kara Biggs - Breakthrough for wool sector?
Dom talks with Campaign for Wool NZ GM Kara Biggs about Kāinga Ora's decision to give wool carpet providers the chance to tender for supply of carpet and underlay in its homes.
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Mark Piper - Positives for ag in major changes to the science sector
Dom talks with Plant & Food Research CEO Mark Piper about the government's decision to merge the Crown Research Institutes as part of sweeping changes to the science sector and what it means for the …
Dr Liz Shackleton - "One chance to get this right"
Dom talks with Animal & Plant Health NZ Chief Executive Dr Liz Shackleton about co-signing a letter along with eleven other primary sector businesses and organisations, urging the government to take …
REX January 31st - Dr Liz Shackleton from Animal & Plant Health NZ, Mark Piper from Plant & Food Research and Kara Biggs from Campaign for Wool NZ
On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Animal & Plant Health NZ Chief Executive Dr Liz Shackleton about co-signing a letter along with eleven other primary sector businesses and organisations, …
Laura Koot - Hilux world record attempt
Dom talks with Real Country's Laura Koot about the upcoming Hilux World Record attempt at the Real Country farm in Kingston (March 2), the latest Fairlight Foundation interns and the Real Country NZ …
Lynda Gray - Impressions of Scotland
Dom talks with Deer Industry News Editor Lynda Gray about her recent trip to Scotland, her insights into Scottish farming and her newfound appreciation of Scotch and the St Andrews golf course.
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