FULL SHOW - 1st July 2026

CountryWide Connect - Show Summary Jack Gibbs, a Banks Peninsula farmer, discussing the journey towards possum-free farming and the benefits it's delivering for agriculture and biodiversity. Fern Energy Chief Executive Chris Gourley joins us with the latest fuel market update and why motorists are seeing prices heading down. Dr Paul Edwards, Senior Scientist at DairyNZ, discussing the organisation's Extended Lactation study and what the findings could mean for dairy farmers from our Dairy Country Podcast. Australian rural commentator Libby Price discusses Australia's response to avian influenza and the latest developments surrounding paraquat approval. Current FMG Young Farmer of the Year Hugh Jackson joins us ahead of this weekend's Grand Final to reflect on his year as titleholder and what he expects as he prepares to pass the torch to the next champion. Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager joins us following the passing of the Hunting and Fishing (HOSI) legislation into law and what it means for New Zealand hunters and anglers. Meat Industry Association Chief Executive Nick Beeby joins us to discuss New Zealand's second consecutive month of record red meat exports and what's driving the strong international demand. Craig "Wiggy" Wiggins from Lean on a Gate, reflecting on this year's Fieldays and providing an update on the organisation's latest work supporting rural wellbeing. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Or try the voice command ‘Play CountryWide Connect’ on Amazon Alexa or Google Home. Apple: https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/country... Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...