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Country Life

RNZ
New Zealand
Agriculture
Dairy Farming
Fonterra
Agritourism
Hawke's Bay
Farming
Dairy Industry
Animal Welfare
Kiwifruit
Climate Change
Northland
Avocados
Waikato
China
Bay Of Plenty
Horticulture
Wool Industry
Zespri
Methane Emissions

The Country Life team take you all over the motu to hear the extraordinary stories of every day rural New Zealand.

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Latest Episodes

Sally Round chats to Otago farmer Becks Smith about her ventures, and Braden Crosby of the Bragato Institute. Anisha Satya eats deep-friend locusts, and Mark Leishman checks out the drones fighting wilding pines in South Canterbury.

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Mark Leishman heads to a South Canterbury farm to join a drone pilot extinguishing weeds and finds out about the potential of the technology on farm.

You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.

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French grape growers are being paid to pull out vines in order to rebalance supply and demand, while those in Australia have taken out millions and turned to other crops. In New Zealand, with our Sauvignon Blanc still in demand, growers are being off... more

Anisha eats locusts at a food-grade insect farm in Dunedin.

Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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Recent Guests

Marie Elodie Proust
Partner of Rob Schluter at Ikarus Coffee
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Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 26 June 2026
Haobo Tong
Co-guest at Ikarus Coffee (Hubs)
Ikarus Coffee
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 26 June 2026
Gloria Harris
Narrator voice for Bush Haven Al Rescue segment
Bush Haven Al Rescue
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 26 June 2026
Bill Deans
Producer on Canterbury mudfish story, family farm interviewee
Canterbury farming community
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 26 June 2026
Rob Schluter
Founder of Ikarus Coffee
Ikarus Coffee
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 26 June 2026
Marie-Elodie Proust
Co-operator at Icarus Coffee
Icarus Coffee
Episode: Brewing up a taste for New Zealand grown coffee
Neville Clark
Auctioneer at PGG Wrightson
PGG Wrightson
Episode: A bullish market at the East Coast bull sales
Lisa Portas
Nuffield scholar researching strong wool value chain
Nuffield Scholarship
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 19 June 2026
Janina Schwannacher
Producer mentioned in interview
RNZ
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 19 June 2026

Hosts

Sally Round
Host of Country Life; Producer/Presenter for the segment
Duncan Smith
Host of Country Life; Host of the episode

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 96 ratings
  • Best podcast ever about farming

    Really good for any age interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ferg from Aotearoa/nz
    New Zealanda year ago
  • So relatable keeping things real

    Such a relaxing down to earth listen. One of the only podcast on rotation that really feeds into my life. Thankyou.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gbnjdx
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Country life

    It’s so inspiring to hear about what rural New Zealanders are doing, I love this podcast. A great way to start the weekend 👍

    Keep up the good work

    Nga mihi 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anna M. makora
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Country life

    A must every weekend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sue Penman
    New Zealand4 years ago
  • Glad there’s a podcast

    For many years I listened to Country Life on the radio but it doesn’t fit into my schedule any more. Now with a podcast I don’t have to mis an episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CBS4413
    New Zealand6 years ago

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A must for rural NZ listeners; heartfelt and informative.
Accessible entry point to farming and regional issues; engaging guests.
Relaxed, down-to-earth storytelling that fits into a busy life.
Invites travel via sound and story; makes NZ rural life feel close.
Continues to feel like a trusted weekly walk through the countryside

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A country music pilgrimage
Q: What is the Tussook Country Music Festival?
It's New Zealand's Country Music Festival, established five years ago to accompany and broaden the Gold Guitar Awards and to celebrate country life across a wide spectrum of activities.
Hoofin' it in Central Otago: Walking a mile in a farrier's shoes
Q: How does the farrier approach differ from horse to horse?
Each hoof is unique, so the farrier tailors the approach to the individual horse, starting with one foot and adjusting based on temperament, conformation, and the work the horse is expected to do.
Hoofin' it in Central Otago: Walking a mile in a farrier's shoes
Q: What is the importance of looking after horses' feet?
Foot care is essential for domestic horses to prevent lameness, support proper conformation, and ensure athletic performance, as wild horses survive through natural selection while domesticated ones rely on humans to maintain feet.
Milking it: Which milk is best?
Q: Can you explain why some people seem to tolerate A2 milk better than regular cow's milk?
The difference may relate more to beta-casein proteins than lactose; A2 milk contains different beta-casein (A2) which may cause fewer gastric discomfort symptoms for some individuals, whereas lactose intolerance is about the inability to digest lactose due to lactase enzyme deficiency. This means some people who think they are lactose intolerant might actually react to certain dairy proteins, and a trial of A2 milk can help determine tolerance.
Country music talks with Molly Harrison
Q: What's in store for you for the rest of 2026?
She discusses writing, upcoming gigs, opening for Caitlin on May 15 in Timaru, participating in awards like the Gold Guitar Awards, and performing at the Bay of Islands Country Rock Festival, with plans to network in Australia.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Country Life

What is Country Life about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, the show blends rural profiles with expert insights on farming, food, and regional culture. Listeners hear vivid, human-centered stories from farmers, artisans, and researchers, paired with practical explainers on nutrition, dairy and plant-based milks, and agricultural economics. Notable throughlines include resilience in farming communities, the intersection of traditional knowledge with modern science, and the social fabric surrounding regional industries like oysters, pest control, and horse training. The format often features on-site field reports, personal interviews, and demonstrations that translate technical topics into accessible takeaways for people deeply connected to New Zealand's rural life. A standout ... more

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Country Life launched 20 years ago and published 306 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Country Life include:

1. Marie Elodie Proust
2. Haobo Tong
3. Gloria Harris
4. Bill Deans
5. Rob Schluter
6. Marie-Elodie Proust
7. Neville Clark
8. Lisa Portas

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