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CountryWide CONNECT

CountryWide Media
New Zealand
Federated Farmers
Christchurch
Beef and Lamb New Zealand
Local Government Reform
Dairy Farming
El Niño
Hawke's Bay
Rural Woman New Zealand
Fonterra
Dairy NZ
New Zealand Grown Grains
Deer Industry NZ
RMA Reforms
Rumen Development
Institute Of Rural Professionals
Australia
Durum Wheat
Dairynz
Cyclone Vianu

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 Sam McIvor, CEO, OSPRI discussing the Government's new bovine TB eradication plan and the operational changes OSPRI will make to support the programme.

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This episode features David Reesby, Taranaki Manawatu NZ Young Farmer of the Year Grand Finalist discussing preparations for July's FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final.

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This episode features Mark Leslie, CEO, Pāmu discussing the use of palm kernel expeller across Pāmu farms and the role supplementary feed plays within the state-owned farming

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CountryWide Connect – Show Summary

Pāmu Chief Executive Mark Leslie will explain the use of palm kernel expeller across Pāmu farms and the role supplementary feed plays within the state-owned farming.

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Recent Guests

Libby Price
Australian correspondent for Country Wide CONNECT
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Episode: Libby Price - 15 years on from Australia’s live export ban
Miles Anderson
MP for Waitaki, Minister involved in electoral and regional issues
New Zealand Parliament
Episode: FULL SHOW - 27th May 2026
James Meager
Minister for the South Island and Hunting and Fishing
New Zealand Government
Episode: FULL SHOW - 27th May 2026
Keri Johnston
Co-chair, Agri Women's Development Trust
Agri Women's Development Trust
Episode: FULL SHOW - 27th May 2026
Craig Hattle
Incoming chair of NZ Farm Assurance Inc
NZ Farm Assurance / NZFAP
Episode: FULL SHOW - 27th May 2026
Dr. John Roche
Chief Science Advisor to the Prime Minister
Office of the Prime Minister
Episode: FULL SHOW - 27th May 2026
Tony Leggett
Agriculture journalist
CountryWide CONNECT (guest)
Episode: FULL SHOW - 27th May 2026
James Beatie
Farmer, contract milking manager
Kyle Park Farms / Dozer Limited
Episode: James Beatie - Moving Day highlights both opportunity and pressure inside modern dairy farming
Julia Sekula
Dietician for Beef and Lamb New Zealand Incorporated
Beef and Lamb New Zealand Incorporated; Meat & Livestock Australia
Episode: Julia Sekula - Red meat sector ramps up science-based push on nutrition and consumer trust

Hosts

Andy Thompson
Host and broadcaster with long-running experience in rural programming.
Sarah Perriam-Lampp
Co-host and host with extensive rural broadcasting background.

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
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    Ana Tristram
    New Zealand2 years ago

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

Strong guest lineup with diverse perspectives
Hosts bring relatable, practical farming experience
Covers weather, policy, and market insights with practical impact
Actionable farming conversations that translate to on-farm results

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Apple Podcasts
#15
New Zealand/News/Business News
Apple Podcasts
#143
Colombia/News/Business News
Apple Podcasts
#227
New Zealand/News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Wayne Scott - Could New Zealand run short of aggregate for roads, housing and water projects?
Q: What proportion of NZ's aggregate comes from the DOC estate and why does proximity matter?
The guest notes that roughly a third of gravel and sand comes from alluvial sources near rivers, with a subset on the DOC estate; proximity matters because transport distances dramatically increase costs and emissions, making near-market access critical.
Wayne Scott - Could New Zealand run short of aggregate for roads, housing and water projects?
Q: What exactly is the Greens' Private Members Bill asking for, and how would it affect existing and future extractions?
Wayne explains that the bill's scope is unclear at the moment and that clarifications are being sought; he emphasizes the need to understand whether it targets all extractions or only certain activities, and underscores the importance of case-by-case considerations over blanket prohibitions.
Andy Caughey - ASB backs wool’s future with Wool Impact
Q: Andy, how big a difference has government involvement made, particularly with figures like the Minister of Wool mentioned informally?
Government involvement has helped establish a long-term vision through Wool Impact, backed by funding and strategic partnerships, which supports market stability, infrastructure, and innovation in wool, ultimately facilitating better price discovery and supply security.
Will Foley - Can Hawke’s Bay save its vegetable industry?
Q: But my goodness, what a day you had yesterday. Can you explain to our listeners what you had in store for the ministers you met with?
We met with 13 ministers and MPs, updated them on the McCain's decision and its wider impact, and pressed for a clear plan to salvage and potentially expand local vegetable production through a business-case-backed approach and targeted funding.
Matt Blomfield - Kiwi agritech is using AI to transform global orchards
Q: For listeners who don't know your product well, how has Hectre evolved from a grower-focused software to a hardware-enabled SaaS platform?
We started with software to help growers track volumes and costs, and then integrated sensors, cameras, and imaging to measure fruit size, grade, and soon quality and maturity. The system unifies data into one platform so decisions about selling, storing, and packaging are data-driven rather than based on last year's sample. Hardware is essential to unlock accurate measurements, which is why we've preserved a hardware-first approach even as AI became more prominent.

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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 rural program from New Zealand combines timely weather, policy, market updates, and practical farming guidance with on-the-ground insights from farmers and industry leaders. Across episodes, listeners hear cyclone briefings, drought or flood considerations, irrigation and water-management discussions, and deep dives into dairy, sheep, and beef sectors, often framed by government, Federated Farmers, and industry groups. Notably, the show frequently features expert panels on ag tech, environmental practices, and farm finance, plus candid conversations with ministers and industry executives. The format blends live hosts with expert guests to help farmers improve profitability, resilience, and decision-making under changing c... more

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Recent guests on CountryWide CONNECT include:

1. Libby Price
2. Miles Anderson
3. James Meager
4. Keri Johnston
5. Craig Hattle
6. Dr. John Roche
7. Tony Leggett
8. James Beatie

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