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REX

This is the REX Podcast feed - your one-stop-shop for all things Rural. REX is the best of rural radio hosted by Dominic George. Dedicated to the backbone of NZ, join us as we discuss rural challenges and issues, find stories that inspire and empower, and celebrate key players in the sector across Aotearoa.

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22:30

European insight; heatwaves, subsidies & populism -...

REX ·

2026/07/08

Dom talks with Richard Newson, a New Zealander working in the German dairy industry, about the recent European heatwave, the convoluted subsidy system for farmers in Germany and the rise of populism in Europe. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

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20:18

Is electrification the answer to high power bills?...

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2026/07/08

Dom talks with Genesis Energy CEO Malcolm Johns about the high cost of power, where and how its electricity is generated and distributed and hot button issues such as solar subsidies and the increasing electrification of NZ farms. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

en-nz

46:24

REX July 9 - Malcolm Johns and Richard Newson

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2026/07/08

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Genesis Energy CEO Malcolm Johns about the high cost of power, where and how its electricity is generated and distributed and hot button issues such as solar subsidies and the increasing electrification of NZ farms... And he talks with Richard Newson, a New Zealander working in the German dairy industry, about the recent European heatwave, the convoluted subsidy system for farmers in Germany and the rise of populism in Europe. Tune in daily for the latest

en-nz

36:01

REX July 8 - Stu Davison and Sam Harmer

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2026/07/08

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (-4.9%), why it's the largest decline in two years and the weather conditions which could impact production around the world... And Jo Grigg talks with Sam Harmer, Monaro scholar and PGGW wool representative, about her Otago Merino Association-funded trip to Australia, prepping for the Merino shearing season and the family business at Castle Ridge Station. Tune in daily for the

en-nz

20:29

Aussie insights & should grassfed wool become...

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2026/07/07

Jo Grigg talks with Sam Harmer, Monaro scholar and PGGW wool representative, about her Otago Merino Association-funded trip to Australia, prepping for the Merino shearing season and the family business at Castle Ridge Station. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

en-nz

12:28

GDT auction records largest drop in two years - Stu...

REX ·

2026/07/07

Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (-4.9%), why it's the largest decline in two years and the weather conditions which could impact production around the world. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

en-nz

14:35

The complexities of farm succession - Lawrence Field

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2026/07/06

Dom talks with Lawrence Field from Rural Field Consultants about his current series of succession planning workshops with Rabobank, coping with change and the issues discussed in Rabobank's latest whitepaper, 'Succession 20250; gearing up for NZ's food and agri future'. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

en-nz

25:54

The slippery slope of stress, mental health & farm...

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2026/07/06

Dom talks with Marc Gascoigne, Cambridge dairy farmer and Farmstrong ambassador, about how stress can potentially lead to poor mental health and on-farm injuries, his own experience with stress and some methods to help combat it. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

en-nz

43:18

REX July 7 - Marc Gascoigne and Lawrence Field

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2026/07/06

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Marc Gascoigne, Cambridge dairy farmer and Farmstrong ambassador, about how stress can potentially lead to poor mental health and on-farm injuries, his own experience with stress and some methods to help combat it... And he talks with Lawrence Field from Rural Field Consultants about his current series of succession planning workshops with Rabobank, coping with change and the issues discussed in Rabobank's latest whitepaper, 'Succession 20250; gearing up

en-nz

17:54

Why health & safety gets the eye-roll - and how to...

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2026/07/06

Dom talks with Safer Farms Ambassador Lindy Nelson about its current focus on women dairy farmers injuring themselves in and around calving season, the wider Farm Without Harm strategy and winning the Leadership award at the recent 2026 NZ Workplace Health and Safety Awards. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

en-nz

11:23

The history & trajectory of NZ Simmentals - Jon Knauf

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2026/07/05

Dom talks with Jon Knauf, NZ Simmental President and Kerrah Simmentals stud master, about the history of the breed in NZ, how it's progressed over the decades and the 2026 sale season. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

en-nz

44:57

REX July 6 - Tom Slee, Lindy Nelson and Jon Knauf

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2026/07/05

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Tom Slee, 2026 FMG Young Farmer of the Year, about winning the title at the Grand Final in Taranaki over the weekend, becoming part of the first father and son duo to take out the title after father Richard's victory in 1999 and coming from third place ahead of the buzzer round to take the title... He talks with Safer Farms Ambassador Lindy Nelson about its current focus on women dairy farmers injuring themselves in and around calving season, the wider

en-nz

11:43

2026 FMG Young Farmer of the Year - Tom Slee

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2026/07/05

Dom talks with Tom Slee, 2026 FMG Young Farmer of the Year, about winning the title at the Grand Final in Taranaki over the weekend, becoming part of the first father and son duo to take out the title after father Richard's victory in 1999 and coming from third place ahead of the buzzer round to take the title. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

en-nz

26:31

REX Recommends - Jim Ward & Matt Simpson

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2026/07/04

In case you missed it... Dom talks with Federated Farmers High Country Committee co-chairs Jim Ward and Matt Simpson about the Government’s Conservation Act Amendment Bill, the conflicting interpretations of Bill being disseminated online and what they'd like to see happen. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

en-nz

17:15

REX Recommends - Lucy McKnight

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2026/07/03

In case you missed it... Dom talks with Lucy McKnight, Marlborough farmer and florist, about her business Picks and Petals, the process of converting parts of Te Rapa farm for flower production and whether it's proving to be a successful venture. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

en-nz

12:59

Could the Panama Canal and El Niño affect NZ ag...

REX ·

2026/07/03

Dom talks with Melissa Clark-Reynolds, futurist and founder of FutureCentre.nz, about how the Panama Canal, El Niño and changing demographics are influencing NZ agriculture. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

en-nz

26:24

"We can't just lock the gate and walk away" - Jim...

REX ·

2026/07/03

Dom talks with Federated Farmers High Country Committee co-chairs Jim Ward and Matt Simpson about the Government’s Conservation Act Amendment Bill, the conflicting interpretations of Bill being disseminated online and what they'd like to see happen. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

en-nz

43:10

REX July 3 - Jim Ward & Matt Simpson and Melissa...

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2026/07/02

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Federated Farmers High Country Committee co-chairs Jim Ward and Matt Simpson about the Government’s Conservation Act Amendment Bill, the conflicting interpretations of Bill being disseminated online and what they'd like to see happen... And he talks with Melissa Clark-Reynolds, futurist and founder of FutureCentre.nz, about how the Panama Canal, El Niño and changing demographics are influencing NZ agriculture. Tune in daily for the latest and

en-nz

17:48

Beef system overhaul wins accolades - Carey...

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2026/07/02

Dom talks with Carey Pawson-Edwards, Stock Manager at Caberfeidh Station, part of the Lone Star Farms portfolio, about winning the 2026 Rabobank Management Project Award, how the project is bein implemented at Caberfeidh and being selected to represent NZ at the 2026 Global Sheep Forum in Adelaide (July 5-10). Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

en-nz

19:49

From farm to summit; Kathmandu partners with Zentera...

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2026/07/02

Dom talks with Kathmandu CEO Megan Welch about signing on with Zentera Wool Company as its latest brand partner, increasing the volume of merino wool for its apparel and the latest trends in outdoor fashion and manufacturing. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

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