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The Country

NZME
New Zealand
Interest Rates
New Zealand Agriculture
New Zealand Banking
Gene Technology
Reserve Bank
Inflation
Canterbury
Agriculture
Rural Competition
Official Cash Rate
Economy
Rowing
Wairarapa
Tokyo 2024 Olympics
The Christchurch Show
Dairy Sector
Federated Farmers
Trade Relationship
India

Jamie Mackay delivers your daily fix of everything going on in NZ's biggest industry, along with a generous side-serve of news, sports and politics. The Country from Newstalk ZB, Hokonui and Gold Sport.

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Jamie Mackay talks to Ben Picton, Chris Webb, Rob Penney, and Susan Harris.

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Rabobank's Macro Strategist (Senior Economist) comments on last week's dismal GDP number (-0.9% for the June quarter) and what it means for interest rates for NZ farmers. Plus, could we see our OCR drop to as low as 2% by February 2026?

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We mix high-performance sport with high-performance agribusiness on today's panel with a former Wallabies manager and the current Crusaders Coach.

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Principal Scientist at GreenXperts Limited, a New Zealand-based sustainability consultancy involved in numerous carbon and land management projects. Today, she says huge pieces of Antarctica are not falling off due to livestock emissions. Rather, she... more

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Recent Guests

Sandra Faulkner
Federated Farmers National Board member
Federated Farmers
Episode: The Country Full Show: Friday, September 19, 2025
Simon Beamish
A well-known Hawke's Bay farmer and father of world champion Geordie Beamish
Episode: The Country Full Show: Thursday, September 18, 2025
Peter Newbold
GM of PGG Rights and Livestock and Real Estate
Episode: The Country Full Show: Thursday, September 18, 2025
Jim Inglis
Senior Strategic Advisor from the Farming Excellence Team at Beef and Lamb
Beef and Lamb
Episode: The Country with Beef + Lamb New Zealand Episode One: Systems Wastage.
Reuben Moore
Tasman Farmer and Beef and Lamb Farm Counsellor
Beef and Lamb
Episode: The Country with Beef + Lamb New Zealand Episode One: Systems Wastage.
Nicola Grigg
Acting Minister of Agriculture and Minister of Horticulture
Episode: The Country Full Show: Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Ingrid Smith
World champion sharer and founder of The Made Up Farmer.
Episode: The Country 08/09/25: Ingrid Smith talks to Jamie Mackay
Emma Higgins
Senior ag analyst at Rabobank
Rabobank
Episode: Rabobank Best of The Country: September 6, 2025
Amber Carpenter
South Auckland dairy and beef farmer, finalist in the 2024 Dairy Woman of the Year
FarmStrong
Episode: Rabobank Best of The Country: September 6, 2025

Host

Jamie Mackay
Host with extensive experience in agricultural discussions, often featuring a mix of humor and serious inquiry into the issues faced by farming communities.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • The Best

    This show stays true to those it represents. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whaine_reader
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Recommend

    A great show with top notch guests for knowledgeable parts of the Agriculture sector and across the world. Lots of banter between Jamie, Row and guests. A voice for the farming community and there frustration. Highly recommended, keep up the good stuff team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rich Waikato
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Jamie’s gets stuck in

    Finally listening to Jamie get into an MP about there double speak and nonsense(14/10/22). There pushing tax hikes while claiming to be on the side of farmers. Good on you and do it some more! ‘30% reduction in co2/kg red meat since 1990’ MP ‘don’t care we want $$$$!’

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Chriswal10
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Lashes

    Lashes is absolute gold, rowena ok and Jamie tending to be more of a yesterday’s man?

    Worth a listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    p moff
    New Zealand5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the informative and varied discussions on topics impacting the agricultural industry.
There is a recurring theme of valuing the expert insights provided by guests, making it a trusted source for farming issues.
The hosts are praised for their engaging style, which combines serious subject matter with approachable conversation, resonating well with the audience.

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#45
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Rabobank Best of The Country: September 20, 2025
Q: What is the current state of farmer confidence in New Zealand?
Farmer confidence is soaring, with the highest readings since 2017 based on current commodity prices.
The Country 15/09/25: Todd Charteris talks to Jamie Mackay
Q: Where are interest rates going? What does Rabobank say about the OCR bottoming out?
Rabobank anticipates further cuts to interest rates, suggesting the current rate of 3 percent may go down to around 2.5 percent.
The Country 15/09/25: Todd Charteris talks to Jamie Mackay
Q: How does this relate to investment intentions? Are farmers going to reinvest in their farm?
There is positivity among farmers, particularly dairy farmers, with around half indicating they plan to increase their investment intentions over the next year.
The Country 15/09/25: David Clark talks to Jamie Mackay
Q: What does declined look like?
David expresses concerns about the implications if his consent is declined, questioning what that means for his farming operations.
The Country with Beef + Lamb New Zealand Episode One: Systems Wastage.
Q: What are some tips for making sweeping changes to farming systems?
Take opportunities to implement changes gradually and focus on communication with team members to ensure everyone is aligned on goals and practices.

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Content centers around the agricultural sector in New Zealand, touching on issues such as carbon farming, climate change impacts, and political discussions relevant to the farming community. Various episodes feature knowledgeable guests, including industry leaders and influential figures in politics, providing insights into the challenges faced by farmers today. The show often combines elements of current events, providing listeners with a comprehensive view of not just agricultural practices, but related social and political narratives, making it an informative resource for those interested in the intersections of farming and broader societal issues.

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1. Sandra Faulkner
2. Simon Beamish
3. Peter Newbold
4. Jim Inglis
5. Reuben Moore
6. Nicola Grigg
7. Ingrid Smith
8. Emma Higgins

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