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Country Life

RNZ
Cheviot
Dunny
Menzshed
Erosion Control
Persimmons
Wairoa
Salad Brothers
Sheep and Beef Farming
Lettuce
Rural New Zealand
Horticulture
Tātou Tātou O Te Wairoa
Social Isolation
Trade Skills
Project Development
Community Engagement
Brooklyn Creamery
Gisborne
Poplar and Willow Planting
Kiwifruit

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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Country Life is with blade shearers from around the world in a woolshed in Tinui and immersed in the many attractions of the tiny community of Duntroon. Sir Charles Godfray is the show's guest talking about how food systems will have to change in the... more

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For a town of only 100 people, Duntroon has more than its share of attractions, with a blacksmiths, a master saddler, the intriguing Vanished World Heritage Centre with its fossils, and a Heritage Trail.

You can find photos and read more about the ... more

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Blade shearers from around the world have been sharpening their tools and their eye before the Golden Shears in Masterton under the tutelage of Allan Oldfield, a world champion blade shearer, at a woolshed in Tinui.

You can find photos and read more... more

Sir Charles Godfray has told the Riddet Institute's Agrifood Summit our food systems will have to change in order to limit the impacts of global warming.

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

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Recent Guests

Lauren Upshduldale
A shearer from the US representing the US Shearing Team.
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 27 February 2026
Sir Charles Godfray
Population biologist and director of the Oxford Martin School, with a focus on food and sustainability.
Oxford University
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 27 February 2026
Alan Oldfield
Former world champion blade shearer and educator.
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 27 February 2026
Maureen Cadet
Shearer from Brittany, France, involved in traditional blade shearing.
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 27 February 2026
Karen Lawrence
Local historian involved in promoting Duntroon's heritage.
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 27 February 2026
Steve Smith
One of New Zealand's few master saddlers, involved in traditional craftsmanship.
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 27 February 2026
Fran Bailey
Founder of Underground Festival
Underground Festival
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 20 February 2026
Jim Geddes
Arts and Heritage Curator at Hokonui Moonshine Museum
Hokonui Moonshine Museum
Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 20 February 2026
Chris Robb
General manager at Clyde Orchards, involved in cherry and peach production
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Episode: FULL SHOW: Country Life for 13 February 2026

Host

Sally Round
Host with insights on rural lifestyle and community engagement.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Best podcast ever about farming

    Really good for any age interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ferg from Aotearoa/nz
    New Zealand7 months 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 Zealanda year 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 Zealand2 years ago
  • Country life

    A must every weekend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sue Penman
    New Zealand3 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 Zealand5 years ago

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The show is praised for its relatability and its ability to evoke fond memories of New Zealand's rural landscape.
Listeners find the podcast to be an essential source of information about rural life and agriculture.
Several users express satisfaction with the informative content and its relevance to their daily lives.
Many appreciate the engaging storytelling and variety of insights from different guests.

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FULL SHOW: Country Life for 27 February 2026
Q: What are some of the challenges in responding to global demands for protein?
Challenges include addressing protein deficits in low-income countries while balancing the needs of high-income countries where protein is abundant. Additionally, ethical considerations arise in food sourcing.
FULL SHOW: Country Life for 27 February 2026
Q: How are changing population demographics affecting nutrition?
Population demographics influence the types of food needed and the challenges related to nutrition, particularly as populations age and require different dietary demands.
BONUS: The Detail - The wine industry headache
Q: What about the impact of climate change and how to adapt to that?
We definitely do have concerns around extreme weather events like rainfall, tropical storms, and drought.
BONUS: The Detail - The wine industry headache
Q: How's that going in terms of the no and low alcohol? Are there good developments happening there?
It's become a significant category within the wine market. New Zealand actually led the way with lighter wines.
A festival for farmers
Q: What are your hopes for the next few Underground Festivals?
Fran hopes to see it grow organically, providing a space for discussions about food systems that benefits farmers and the land.

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

Featuring a myriad of captivating stories from rural New Zealand, this podcast explores the unique challenges and experiences of farming life in the countryside. It covers a wide range of topics including urban farming, animal training, agritourism, and the intricate relationship between agriculture and the environment. Noteworthy guests share innovative practices within the agricultural industry, from animal husbandry techniques to sustainable farming initiatives, making the podcast a valuable resource for those interested in both farming and community engagement. The storytelling approach captures the essence of New Zealand's rural identity while educating listeners about the evolving landscape of agriculture.

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These podcasts share a similar audience with Country Life:

1. Witness History
2. Ramblings
3. Gardeners' Question Time
4. The Documentary Podcast
5. Gardening with the RHS

How many episodes of Country Life are there?

Country Life launched 19 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. Lauren Upshduldale
2. Sir Charles Godfray
3. Alan Oldfield
4. Maureen Cadet
5. Karen Lawrence
6. Steve Smith
7. Fran Bailey
8. Jim Geddes

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