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CountryWide CONNECT

CountryWide Media
New Zealand
Federated Farmers
El Niño
Fonterra
Dairy Industry
Emissions Trading Scheme
Farmlands
Dairy Farming
Agrizeronz
Christchurch
New Zealand Agriculture
Global Dairy Trade
Labour Party
Horticulture New Zealand
Agriculture
Canterbury
Deer Industry New Zealand
Solar Energy
Ministry For Primary Industries
Biosecurity

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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Latest Episodes

Rob McConachy of Bayleys Canterbury on why the region's farm listings are light this spring, what buyers want, and why a farm sale takes time to prepare.

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A pigeon race from the main ring raises money for the Canterbury A&P Show on Friday. Tim Black on how the race works and his family's four generations at the show.

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Ben Turner of Bayleys Canterbury on why strong returns give farming families room to plan, why buyers like auctions, and the busy provincial towns of Canterbury.

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Ravensdown chief executive Garry Diack on how the co-operative kept urea flowing while parts of Australia ran out, planning for El Niño, and backing the Canterbury A&P Show.

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Libby Price
Australian rural commentator and agricultural broadcaster
Episode: Why Australian farmers lost faith in the weather bureau | Libby Price, Australian Rural Commentator
Geoff Beaumont
Registered valuer with Bayleys Valuation
Bayleys Valuation
Episode: What's driving rural property values in Canterbury | Geoff Beaumont, Bayleys Valuation
Bryce McKenzie
Co-founder of Groundswell NZ
Groundswell NZ
Episode: Why Groundswell wants Farmlands out of AgriZeroNZ | Bryce McKenzie, Groundswell NZ
Kirsty Chidgey
Senior research officer at Massey University and animal welfare science advisor to New Zealand Pork
Massey University
Episode: Supporting a strong New Zealand pork industry | Dr Kirsty Chidgey, Massey University
Cameron Bagrie
Economist and founder of Bagrie Economics
Bagrie Economics
Episode: Official cash rate hike and inflation outlook | Cameron Bagrie, Bagrie Economics
Erica van Reenen
Farmer and chair of AgFirst NZ
AgFirst NZ
Episode: Efficiency versus resilience on farm | Erica van Reenen, AgFirst NZ
Hilton Collier
Chief executive of Tairāwhiti Whenua Charitable Trust
Tairāwhiti Whenua Charitable Trust
Episode: Tairāwhiti Whenua builds resilience three winters on | Hilton Collier, Tairāwhiti Whenua
Toby Williams
Farmer and member of the North South Farmer Panel
Episode: Rural coverage and safety after the 3G shutdown | Toby Williams & Harriet Bremner, Farmer Panel
Harriet Bremner
Farmer and member of the North South Farmer Panel
Episode: Rural coverage and safety after the 3G shutdown | Toby Williams & Harriet Bremner, Farmer Panel

Hosts

Andy Thompson
Host of CountryWide CONNECT
Sarah Perriam-Lampp
Host of CountryWide CONNECT

Reviews

4.7 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 Zealand3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Polished hosts with strong industry connections.
Actionable tips that farmers can implement quickly.
Knowledge is power—insightful, practical farming discussions.
Covers a broad range of NZ rural issues with credible guests.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#138
Australia/News/Business News
Apple Podcasts
#4
New Zealand/News/Business News
Apple Podcasts
#85
Taiwan/News/Business News
Apple Podcasts
#162
New Zealand/News
Apple Podcasts
#212
Ireland/News/Business News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What's driving rural property values in Canterbury | Geoff Beaumont, Bayleys Valuation
Q: What needs to be in place for an arable farm to gain value as a possible dairy conversion?
The farm needs suitable effluent and farming consents, nutrient capacity, irrigation scheme approval and infrastructure such as a dairy shed, housing, lanes and races.
What's driving rural property values in Canterbury | Geoff Beaumont, Bayleys Valuation
Q: What is driving rural property values in Canterbury?
Beaumont points to strong demand, limited supply of dairy farms for sale and banks' willingness to lend to the agricultural sector.
Why Groundswell wants Farmlands out of AgriZeroNZ | Bryce McKenzie, Groundswell NZ
Q: What would you like to happen at the upcoming Farmlands AGM in Goa at the end of November with regards to Rob?
McKenzie says Groundswell wants Rob Hewitt to step down as chair and Farmlands to recover the money invested in AgriZero.
Why Groundswell wants Farmlands out of AgriZeroNZ | Bryce McKenzie, Groundswell NZ
Q: You have an issue with Farmlands investing in AgriZero. Can you explain why?
McKenzie says earlier research found that efforts to reduce methane from livestock can also reduce animal productivity, with no net gain. He questions why substantial funding continues to go toward the work.
Why Australian farmers lost faith in the weather bureau | Libby Price, Australian Rural Commentator
Q: How has this happened?
Price says an October system upgrade disrupted MetEye, removing same-day forecasts and making rainfall data difficult to access. The upgrade was reported to have cost $96 million, and farmers feel the Bureau ignored its advisory committee.

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Frequently Asked Questions About CountryWide CONNECT

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

A daily lunchtime show from New Zealand that blends practical farming advice with the latest rural news, policy discussions, and market analysis. Episodes feature farmers, researchers, and industry/regulator guests who unpack irrigation, fertiliser spreads, stock management, regulatory change, methane reduction incentives, and governance affecting agribusiness. The format combines hard data, live weather insights, and strategy tips aimed at improving farm profitability, making it a go-to for listeners who want timely, actionable farming intelligence and policy context. A standout is the show's consistent focus on real-world implications for farm bottom lines, backed by hosted discussions from two veteran rural broadcasters and a newsroom-st... more

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Recent guests on CountryWide CONNECT include:

1. Libby Price
2. Geoff Beaumont
3. Bryce McKenzie
4. Kirsty Chidgey
5. Cameron Bagrie
6. Erica van Reenen
7. Hilton Collier
8. Toby Williams

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