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Country Life

RNZ
New Zealand
Dairy Farming
Agriculture
Dairy Industry
New Zealand Wine Industry
Christchurch
Farming
Education
Clutha River
Tuapeka River Mouth Ferry
Hawke's Bay
Underground Festival
Northland
East Coast
Pamu
Fonterra
Lincoln University
Blade Shearing
Otago
Aotearoa

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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This week Country Life digs into land uses on the East Coast, visits an old rural school turned communal village and checks out the action at the Methven Rodeo.

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

Anisha experiences the Methven Rodeo, and meets the people behind it.

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

With thanks to:

* Bert Elstob

* Rosa Dekkar

* Felicity Montgomery

* Angus Smith more

On the site of an old school south of Ōtaki, Makahuri is becoming a village of homes, gardens, chickens, cows and neighbours who look out for one another. Sally Round visits a co-housing community discovering village life takes plenty of work, compro... more

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Māori agribusiness consultant Hilton Collier on Te Tairāwhiti's changing land uses.

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

With thanks to:

* Hilton Collier, Tairāwhiti Whenua Charitable Trust

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Rosstan Mazey
Chief executive of WoolWorks
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Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 23 October 2026
Tony Cunningham
Assurance manager at WoolWorks
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Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 23 October 2026
Chrystal O'Connor
Senior lecturer at Lincoln University
Lincoln University
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 23 October 2026
Michaela Pullen
Assistant lecturer at Lincoln University
Lincoln University
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 23 October 2026
Jorie Knook
Lincoln University lecturer in agroforestry
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Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 23 October 2026
Hiraina Tangiora
Lecturer in Lincoln University's Faculty of Agribusiness and Commerce
Lincoln University
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 23 October 2026
John Robson
Long-serving livestock truck driver at Stephenson Transport
Stephenson Transport
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 23 October 2026
Bruce Stephenson
Stephenson Transport family member and former business operator
Stephenson Transport
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 23 October 2026
Todd Stephenson
Third-generation operator of Stephenson Transport
Stephenson Transport
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 23 October 2026

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Sally Round
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Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 98 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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Episodes feel accessible and timely, often tying local issues to broader agricultural trends.
Listeners appreciate the relatable, down-to-earth take on rural NZ life.
The show offers practical farming and wildlife insights that are useful for real-world decisions.
Guests are varied and credible, spanning farmers, researchers, and conservationists.

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FULL SHOW: Country Life for 23 October 2026
Q: What does the business do today?
Todd Stephenson says it provides rural transport services including livestock, ground spreading and bulk fertiliser, with about 80% of its work involving livestock.
FULL SHOW: Country Life for 23 October 2026
Q: What is a food forest?
Chrystal O'Connor explains that it imitates a natural forest while producing food, fibre and medicinal plants in layers, and describes its potential for biodiversity, learning and community food production.
Future-focussed food forests
Q: What sort of community involvement is there at the stage?
The team has consulted with tangata whenua, involved students and a local preschool, and hopes to bring more of the wider community to plant and harvest.
Future-focussed food forests
Q: What on earth is a food forest?
Chrystal O'Connor explains that it mimics a natural forest while producing food, fibre and medicine. Its multiple plant layers create a growing climate that supports the system.
Fleeces fly again at Napier's WoolWorks
Q: Are we talking about coarse wool, or are we talking, do you also get the merino as well?
Tony Cunningham says the plant washes any fibre that needs scouring, including Merino, coloured wool and alpaca, though most wool in its catchment is coarse, strong wool.

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A wide-ranging look at rural New Zealand life, with episodes covering farming, food production, conservation, and rural safety. Topics frequently span practical farming challenges, innovative agriculture like bio-controlled pests and hydroponics, iconic rural landscapes, and wildlife rescue efforts. Notable strengths include hands-on guest perspectives from farmers, scientists, and conservationists, plus clear discussions of policy, market dynamics, and community initiatives that shape country life. The show tends to blend technical know-how with human-interest stories, making it helpful for listeners who want real-world insights into primary industries, regional economics, and sustainable practices in a distinctly Kiwi context.

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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. Rosstan Mazey
2. Tony Cunningham
3. Chrystal O'Connor
4. Michaela Pullen
5. Jorie Knook
6. Hiraina Tangiora
7. John Robson
8. Bruce Stephenson

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