FULL SHOW - 5th June 2026

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. Minister for Mental Health and Associate Minister of Health Matt Doocey in-studio discussing the state of rural healthcare in New Zealand and plans for the South Island's first Rural Training Hub. David Reesby, Taranaki-Manawatu Young Farmer of the Year and New Zealand Grand Finalist, joins us to discuss preparations for July's FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon discusses the importance of New Zealand's arable sector, the New Zealand Grown Grains trademark, Budget 2026 and whether he'll take up Andy's invitation to the rugby this weekend. Dairy Country Podcast discussing current cow prices and what's driving the market. OSPRI Chief Executive Sam McIvor joins us to discuss the Government's new bovine TB eradication plan and the operational changes OSPRI will make to support the programme. Sports Panel featuring Graeme "Sportsfreak" Beasley and Brian "Gash" Ashby discussing Super Rugby, whether the Warriors are getting a rough deal from officials and pundits, and the Black Caps' series against England.   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/countrywide-connect/id6761033881 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.co.countrywide&hl=en_NZSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.