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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.

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In case you missed it... Dom talks with Will Jennings, Rodeo NZ Animal Welfare Spokesperson, about the proposed changes to the Code of Welfare for Rodeos and the implications for the NZ rodeo circuit, as well as other equine sports and animal husband... more

Dom talks with Chanelle O'Sullivan from Groundshift and Rich Planet about a new video-podcast series called Breaking Ground. They discuss what the future of NZ farming could look like under various scenarios, the problem with nutrition and the volati... more

Dom talks with Rachel Shearer, GM of wool for PGG Wrightson, about continuing wool industry funding for Animal Welfare & Calm Sheep Handling training to improve animal and worker welfare. They discuss the growing uptake of the training programme, why... more

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Rachel Shearer, GM of wool for PGG Wrightson, about continuing wool industry funding for Animal Welfare & Calm Sheep Handling training to improve animal and worker welfare. They discuss the growing uptake ... more

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Recent Guests

Ed Harrison
Baker Ag consultant and co-author of its sheep and beef remuneration survey
Baker Ag
Episode: Sheep & beef salary packages - Ed Harrison
Reuben Danen
Young Deer Farmer of the Year winner
Lincoln Hills / Peel Forest Estate
Episode: Meet NZ's best young deer farmer - Reuben Danen
Christopher Luxon
Prime Minister (as guest on the program)
Office of the Prime Minister
Episode: Fert, water & food security - Christopher Luxon
Suzy Downey
Marketing Manager, Blue Pacific Minerals
Blue Pacific Minerals
Episode: Calf club spirit; supporting NZ's future farmers - Suzy Downey
Nicole Mozeliak
US Chief Executive of Herd-i
Herd-i
Episode: From NZ to the USA; Herd-i goes global - Nicole Mozeliak
Matt Holden
Event organizer and sponsor liaison for Mates of Mates at the Hawke's Bay A&P Show
Mates of Mates, Hawke's Bay A&P Show
Episode: A&P show season about to kick into gear - Matt Holden
Angus Simms
CEO and co-founder of Wonky Box
Wonky Box
Episode: Solving summer supply chain waste; cherries arrive at Wonky Box - Angus Simms
Kelly Walsh
Territory Manager for Canterbury and North Otago in Headwaters Lumina finishing program
Headwaters / Lumina finishing program
Episode: From chicory to cash; S. Island farmers needed for Lumina finishing- Kelly Walsh
Jeff Grant
Chair of Thriving Southland and independent chair of Manuherikia River Limited.
Thriving Southland
Episode: Soaking Southland, Falls Dam & Alliance performance - Jeff Grant

Host

Dominic George
Host of Rural Exchange and other REX programs; guide and interviewer with a focus on rural NZ topics

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Good broad rural news

    I look forward to listening to this news show on the weekend, it covers more rural sectors than TheCountry in the weekdays. Good on you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ed Whiting
    New Zealand6 years ago
  • A great rural voice!

    Well done to the producer and team in this show, it's great to have a well balanced show that tells the true rural story. Great listening !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shaferfra
    New Zealand9 years ago

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The show is praised for balanced storytelling and credible guests that illuminate rural issues.
Listeners appreciate broad rural coverage that spans multiple sectors beyond traditional agriculture.
Guests are generally perceived as industry experts who provide practical, actionable insights.

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REX Oct 6 - Melissa Clark-Reynolds and Suze Redmayne
Q: What discussions are you guys having around that?
Asked about strategic voting and electoral overhang, Redmayne says National supporters should cast their party vote for National, which determines the party's share of seats under MMP.
REX Oct 6 - Melissa Clark-Reynolds and Suze Redmayne
Q: Tell me, what are the big issues in the electorates at the moment?
Redmayne says cost of living and access to rural healthcare are major concerns, particularly the challenge of attracting healthcare workers to rural communities.
What is the Halter effect? - Melissa Clark-Reynolds
Q: So what you're saying is there's a slight paradigm shift here and it's down to the events that you're talking about and the way that it's affected the schedule. And so we're going to see that shift a bit more just because of the fact that, yeah, all those factors that you've just spoken about are coming into play here.
Clark-Reynolds agrees, adding that drought could prompt farmers to cull lambs early and retain cattle, while fertilizer supplies and the New Zealand dollar may also affect costs and prices.
What is the Halter effect? - Melissa Clark-Reynolds
Q: What are you noticing?
Clark-Reynolds says farmers are focused on high schedule prices and describes converging pressures including fertilizer costs, drought risk, changing demand and easier beef farming through Halter. She expects more beef production and continued declines in sheep numbers.
From paddock to parliament - Suze Redmayne
Q: What discussions are you guys having around that?
Asked about strategic voting and the MMP system, Redmayne says there is no time or space for strategic voting and urges supporters of a National-led government to party-vote National.

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This show centers on rural New Zealand life, policy, farming, and industry stories, featuring guests from farming operations, agribusiness, technology, and rural advocacy. Episodes frequently cover practical farm management, market dynamics, biosecurity, political policy affecting agriculture, and personal journeys within the rural sector. A notable strength is its ability to blend hands-on farming insights with broader national issues, from beekeeping and plant health to governance and cultural conversations, helping listeners understand real-world implications for farmers, suppliers, and rural communities. The host guides conversations with a steady, practical lens, creating a credible, approachable platform for both industry insiders and... more

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1. The Country
2. The Dom Harvey Podcast
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4. The Mike Hosking Breakfast
5. Federated Farmers Podcast

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Recent guests on REX include:

1. Ed Harrison
2. Reuben Danen
3. Christopher Luxon
4. Suzy Downey
5. Nicole Mozeliak
6. Matt Holden
7. Angus Simms
8. Kelly Walsh

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