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CountryWide CONNECT

CountryWide Media
New Zealand
Rural Woman New Zealand
Rumen Development
Durum Wheat
Dairynz
Cyclone Vianu
Dairy NZ
Fieldays
Silver Fern Farms
Dairy
Stoicism
Dairy Cattle Nutrition
RMA Reforms
Diesel Price
Federated Farmers
Calf Rearing
Genetic Engineering In Agriculture
Animal Welfare Standards
Tukituki Water Security Project
Wetland Stock Exclusion Regulations

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

This episode features Dave Worsley, Sports Commentator discussing the key sporting action ahead.

CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.nz on how to watc... more

This episode features Jo Finer, CEO, Institute of Rural Professionals discussing attracting the next generation.

CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.co.n... more

This episode features Sam MacDonald, Christchurch City Council discussing Christchurch’s major new stadium project.

CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit country-wide.c... more

This episode features Jason Herrick, Southland NZ First Candidate discussing the Southland race and advocacy neutrality questions.

CountryWide CONNECT with Andy Thompson & Sarah Perriam-Lampp is our daily rural show livestreamed from 11am-1pm. Visit... more

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Dave Worsley
Sports commentator/panelist
Episode: Big weekend ahead: Warriors test, Super Rugby clashes and Supercars in CHCH // Dave Worsley & Brian (Gash) Ashby - Sports Commentators
Brian Ashby
Sports commentator/panelist
Episode: Big weekend ahead: Warriors test, Super Rugby clashes and Supercars in CHCH // Dave Worsley & Brian (Gash) Ashby - Sports Commentators
Sarah Harris
Guest from the New Zealand Farm Environment Trust, GGM
New Zealand Farm Environment Trust
Episode: Farm Environment Awards finals set after strong regional season // Sarah Harris - General Manager, NZ Farm Environment Trust
Tracy Brown
Chair of DairyNZ
DairyNZ
Episode: DairyNZ sets priorities after strong turnout at SIDE // Tracy Brown - Chair, DairyNZ
Richard Harman
Political Editor, Politik
Politik
Episode: Luxon under pressure as FTA politics and polls tighten // Richard Harman - Political Commentator
Duncan Humm
Deer farmer, co-founder of NZ Farming Facebook page
For Your Sins / NZ Farming Facebook
Episode: FULL SHOW - 17th April 2026
Dan Boulton
CEO of Silver Fern Farms
Silver Fern Farms
Episode: FULL SHOW - 17th April 2026
Ivan Lawrie
General Manager of Business Operations, FAR
Foundation for Arable Research
Episode: FULL SHOW - 17th April 2026
Rebecca Furzeland
Calf rearer, Furzeland family
Furzeland Calf Rearing, Methven
Episode: Rearing at scale // Rebecca Furzeland - Calf Rearer, Canterbury

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

4.7 out of 5 stars from 11 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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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
#187
Australia/News/Business News
Apple Podcasts
#6
New Zealand/News/Business News
Apple Podcasts
#101
Colombia/News/Business News
Apple Podcasts
#189
Ireland/News/Business News
Apple Podcasts
#208
New Zealand/News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Abel pushes inquiry as Greens challenge ag direction // Steve Abel - Agriculture Spokesperson, Green Party
Q: How do Greens view government intervention in critical food processing and potential public investment?
Steve argues that while the market is important, there is a role for government to ensure national food security and resilience, potentially including public investment to maintain essential processing capabilities, while maintaining focus on environmental protections.
Abel pushes inquiry as Greens challenge ag direction // Steve Abel - Agriculture Spokesperson, Green Party
Q: What kind of policy directions is the Green Party proposing for agriculture and food production?
Steve outlines Greens' view that food production should be environmentally sustainable, with regulatory frameworks protecting water, biodiversity, and land, while supporting innovation and farmer resilience, including removing forestry from the emissions trading scheme and funding biodiversity and wilding pine management.
Abel pushes inquiry as Greens challenge ag direction // Steve Abel - Agriculture Spokesperson, Green Party
Q: Steve, what has been the appetite from fellow Primary Production Select Committee members on this inquiry?
Steve describes ongoing cross-party discussions, with Labour support but some National members hesitant due to caucus considerations; he plans to push for a cross-party inquiry and seek caucus backing.
Machinery sales reveal true farm spending confidence // Jaiden Drought - Owner, Farm Trader & President, Tractor & Machinery Association (TAMA)
Q: Do field days like Waimumu trigger immediate sales, or is there a delayed effect?
Sales boosts around field days are not immediate; volumes tend to appear in the following spring, with some delayed indent orders but notable crossover interest and excitement at events.
Machinery sales reveal true farm spending confidence // Jaiden Drought - Owner, Farm Trader & President, Tractor & Machinery Association (TAMA)
Q: Jaiden, what's happening on the ground with machinery sales, any surprises?
There are strong regional variations with some dairy areas buoyant while arable regions have softer demand; buyers are increasingly upgrading to bigger, higher horsepower tractors and adopting more technology to improve efficiency.

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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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1. Farmers Weekly Podcast
2. REX
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4. RaboTalk – Growing our future
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Recent guests on CountryWide CONNECT include:

1. Dave Worsley
2. Brian Ashby
3. Sarah Harris
4. Tracy Brown
5. Richard Harman
6. Duncan Humm
7. Dan Boulton
8. Ivan Lawrie

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