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CountryWide CONNECT

CountryWide Media
New Zealand
Federated Farmers
Christchurch
Dairy Farming
Beef and Lamb New Zealand
El Niño
Lincoln University
Dairy NZ
Dairy Industry
Farmlands
Local Government Reform
Hawke's Bay
Fieldays
Agriculture
Rural Woman New Zealand
Conservation Amendment Bill
Insurance Claims
Green Party
Fonterra
Institute Of Rural Professionals

CountryWide CONNECT is the latest innovative daily livestreamed rural video/radio show broadcast at lunchtime 11am – 1pm Monday-Friday from Christchurch, New Zealand.

The show is hosted by respected award-winning agribusiness broadcasters, Sarah Perriam-Lampp (formerly Sarah’s Country & Rural Exchange) and Andy Thompson (formerly The Rural Round-Up).

Over two hours, Sarah & Andy cover the latest... more

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This episode features Cristina Alvarado, Head of Dairy Insights, NZX discussing why Fonterra lowered its farmgate milk price forecast and what it means for farmers and markets.

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This episode features Kim Robinson, Coordinator, Northland Dairy Development Trust discussing key findings from a long-term pasture trial and what they mean for dairy productivity and profitability.

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This episode features Hugh Devereux-Mack, Spokesperson, Council of Licensed Firearms Owners discussing the Firearms Safety Authority reinstating volunteer trainers. What prompted the decision and what does it mean for firearms licensing?

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This episode features Hannah Ritchie, Environment and Planning Manager, NZ Pork discussing what the first comprehensive emissions baseline tells us and how the industry plans to reduce its footprint.

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Laura Koot
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Episode: Laura Koot - The ag programme advancing young women’s careers
Nicola Grigg
Minister with multiple portfolios (Environment; Associate ACC; Women)
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Episode: Nicola Grigg - ‘Leading the way’: Insights into drop in farm acc claims
Tim Gorton
Farmer in Fielding area
Unknown/Local Farming
Episode: Harriet Bremner & Tim Gorton - Farmer panel: What it’s like to be on Country Calendar
Harriet Bremner
Jericho Station owner/operator
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Episode: Harriet Bremner & Tim Gorton - Farmer panel: What it’s like to be on Country Calendar
Rosalind Crickett
Dairy Analyst at the NZX
NZX
Episode: Rosalind Crickett - Supply outpacing demand sees GDT dive 4.9%
Dean Lester
Insurance claims preparer
Independent insurance claims professional
Episode: Dean Lester - How to make weather event recovery insurance claims work for you
Kate Truffit
Chief Executive of Potatoes New Zealand
Potatoes New Zealand
Episode: Kate Truffit - NZ’s top chip pick revealed
Pete Savage
Head of customer and industry insights for agriculture at BNZ
Bank of New Zealand (BNZ)
Episode: Peter Savage - BNZ backs farmers to cut gas use under new loan scheme
Dr. Holly Blue
Veterinary professional (NZVA)
New Zealand Veterinary Association
Episode: 7th June 2026 // Rural News

Hosts

Andy Thompson
Host of CountryWide CONNECT; seasoned agribusiness broadcaster with a focus on rural news, policy, and farming insights
Sarah Perriam-Lampp
Co-host and host of rural news and farming discussion segments; recognized for connecting with rural communities and industry stakeholders

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Knowledge is power

    A fantastic show that has and continues to generate action provoking conversations about how we farm both on and off the paddock. Thank you 👏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ana Tristram
    New Zealand2 years ago

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Actionable farming discussions that drive real results for farms and livelihoods.
Engaging hosts who bring candid, relatable conversations with industry guests.
Practical, data-driven insights that help improve farming bottom lines.

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Louisa Kraitzic - ‘You’ve got to front up’: Comms expert on Rural Women response to bill
Q: What are the implications of not fronting a response, and how should organizations handle government/NGO submissions?
Silence can amplify distrust; organizations should articulate their stance and the reasoning behind it, share how feedback was sought, and consider external validation or alignment with broader community interests to maintain legitimacy.
Louisa Kraitzic - ‘You’ve got to front up’: Comms expert on Rural Women response to bill
Q: Did Rural Women New Zealand follow a proper consultation path in their submission?
There appears to be a misstep in not engaging more broadly with members beforehand, which likely contributed to a perception of limited consultation and surprise within the membership.
Louisa Kraitzic - ‘You’ve got to front up’: Comms expert on Rural Women response to bill
Q: What would you advise the Rural Women New Zealand board to do in this situation?
Front up and acknowledge concerns publicly, explain how they plan to engage with members, and demonstrate a process of consultation rather than remaining silent, so members feel heard.
Will Burrett - Pāmu building relationships between dairy and beef
Q: What is concerning you right now?
Will Burrett responds that the team is focused on going back to basics to drive productivity uplift, emphasizing four clear focus areas (pasture, animals, wastage, internal optimization) and the need to ensure a sustained, value-driven integration of dairy and livestock operations.
Luke Fisher - Reinventing Farmlands to better support farmers
Q: How has Farmlands reinvented itself in recent years?
The company has pursued a consistent strategy that blends core cooperative values with targeted store investments, expanding into edge-of-urban locations, while strengthening the Farmlands Card ecosystem through partner discounts and online onboarding.

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What is CountryWide CONNECT about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A daily rural program from New Zealand covers a mix of policy, market updates, and practical farming insights aimed at helping farmers improve profitability. Episodes frequently feature weather and climate planning, government policy, dairy and broader agricultural markets, and hands-on guidance for resilience, financing, and farm management. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on real-world applicability, policy context, and industry voices that offer both technical and strategic perspectives for farm businesses and agribusiness stakeholders.

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Recent guests on CountryWide CONNECT include:

1. Laura Koot
2. Nicola Grigg
3. Tim Gorton
4. Harriet Bremner
5. Rosalind Crickett
6. Dean Lester
7. Kate Truffit
8. Pete Savage

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