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CountryWide CONNECT
by CountryWide Media
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 in New Zealand rural news, views, politics but most importantly in-depth technical farming advice to help improve farmers bottom lines!For more information & to subscribe to CountryWide, visit www.country-wide.co.nz
Episodes
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16th September 2026 // Rural News
Farmer profitability hits decade high, but confidence dips New QEII National Trust Chair appointed DairyNZ opens applications for Māori internship programme 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...
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Tom Andrews - Where rising input costs are pushing farmers to precision ag
This episode features Tom Andrews, Strategy & Direction, Connected Farms discussing bridging the digital divide with connected farms and the role of technology in improving connectivity and capability across rural New Zealand. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download...
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Farmer Panel - Who’d you trust to run your farm, and who wouldn’t you let near it?
This episode features Toby Williams & Dean Rabbidge discussing the issues and developments currently on the radar for farmers. 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...
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Pounamu Anaru - DairyNZ’s Māori internships growing talent for dairy sector
This episode features Pounamu Anaru, Kaiakiaki Māori (Maori Development Advisor), DairyNZ discussing empowering rangatahi in dairy and supporting the next generation into the dairy sector. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream...
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Cristina Alvarado - GDT eases 1.1% as cheddar and powders hold firm
This episode features Cristina Alvarado, Head of Dairy Insights, NZX discussing the latest Global Dairy Trade update and what the auction results mean for dairy markets. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show via Apple...
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Rainer Kravets - ‘Truly disappointing findings’: Is labelling the symptom of pork problem?
This episode features Rainer Kravets, Co-Executive Director, Animal Policy International discussing protecting local farmers from low-welfare imports and concerns around the impact of imported food products produced under different animal welfare standards. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE…
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Libby Price - Across the ditch: Record $420k AUD bull tops off surging stock prices
This episode features Libby Price, Australian Rural Correspondent discussing the latest issues across the Australian rural sector. 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...
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15th September 2026 // Rural News
Farmer profitability hits decade high, but confidence dips New QEII National Trust Chair appointed DairyNZ opens applications for Māori internship programme 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...
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Tony Trewinnard - Wet west dry east pattern set to grip New Zealand this summer
This episode features Tony Trewinnard, Blue Skies Weather discussing the latest weather outlook. 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...
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Lissie Johns - Grower gap opens door for calla lily production to return
This episode features Lissie Johns, Founder, Provenance Brokers discussing diversifying land use through high-value floral crops and the opportunities for alternative land uses. This podcast is solely for information purposes. It's not financial or other professional advice. No party, including...
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Rob McConachy - Canterbury dairy support block reaches $74,000 a hectare
This episode features Rob McConachy, Canterbury Country Manager, Bayleys discussing the record-breaking Canterbury dairy farm market and the current strength of demand for dairy properties. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to…
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Dr Liz Shackleton - Real test for agrichemical reform lies in future regulations
This episode features Dr Liz Shackleton, Chief Executive, Animal & Plant Health New Zealand discussing efforts to secure faster access to crucial farm tools. 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...
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Andy Millar - Mastatest technology saves New Zealand farmers $14 million
This episode features Andy Millar, Chief Veterinary Operations Officer, Mastaplex discussing how Mastatest is revolutionising mastitis management. 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...
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Tama Potaka - International Visitor Levy backs $4.2 million backcountry hut fund
This episode features Tama Potaka, Minister of Conservation discussing securing the future of New Zealand’s tracks and huts. 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...
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Colin Hurst - Federated Farmers survey finds record 72% of farmers profitable
This episode features Colin Hurst, President, Federated Farmers discussing the results from the July 2026 Farm Confidence Survey. 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...
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14th September 2026 // Rural News
Dairy market shift signals upside for milk price Avocado growers eye record season APHANZ says reform success hinges on regulations 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...
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Bailey Thompson - Hunters leaving ballot blocks early as tahr numbers thin out
This episode features Bailey Thompson, Snowline Hunting NZ discussing updates in the hunting sector. 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...
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Anna Gillespie - Otago farmers question consent to spread Wanaka’s waste on farmland
This episode features Anna Gillespie, President, Federated Farmers Otago discussing the Lauder sludge dumping controversy and the concerns surrounding the issue. 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…
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Mark Dillon - NZ ploughing team rebound at worlds despite loaned gear
This episode features Mark Dillon, NZ Ploughing team discussing Kiwi resilience at the World Ploughing Championships in Croatia. 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…
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Luke Doyle - Financial skills the next hurdle on the dairy progression path
This episode features Luke Doyle, Kellogg Rural Leadership Programme Alumni discussing the financial hurdles facing the next generation of dairy farmers. 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...
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John Stevenson - Fonterra farmer confidence holds as earnings near top of range
This episode features John Stevenson, Chair, Fonterra Co-operative Council discussing Fonterra’s payout and the mood in the sheds. 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...
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Dr Andrew Tait - Climate models show El Niño and La Niña cycles amplifying
This episode features Dr Andrew Tait, General Manager, Weather and Climate Hazards, Earth Sciences NZ discussing the surprising future of El Niño and what it could mean for the rural sector. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to…
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Peter Dunne - Labour's small-target run leaves it defending its tax stance
This episode features Peter Dunne, Political Commentator discussing the election-year squeeze facing rural voters, including kingmakers and taxes. 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...
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Dr Scott Champion - Arable forum sets out five priorities to shape sector's future
This episode features Dr Scott Champion, CEO, Foundation for Arable Research discussing building resilience and profitability in arable farming. 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…
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Andrew Smith - Strong rural property prices making for busy spring in Wairarapa
This episode features Andrew Smith, Country, Lifestyle and Farm Sales, Bayleys Wairarapa discussing the Wairarapa rural market and the current conditions facing rural property. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show…
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Kass Rauber - Slink skin factory ‘wasn't a practice farmers wanted to be part of'
This episode features Kass Rauber, Vice-President, Southland Federated Farmers discussing the slink skin factory shutdown and the resulting dead stock crisis facing Southland farmers. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the...
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Jaiden Drought - North Island tractor sales down 30% last month as South up 40%
This episode features Jaiden Drought, Owner, Farm Trader & President, Tractor & Machinery Association (TAMA) discussing the trans-Tasman tractor divide, the move towards smart technology and what the future holds for farm machinery. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO?...
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Corina Jordan - ‘Have another crack at it’: Tahr control plan not fit for purpose
This episode features Corina Jordan, CEO, Game Animal Council discussing the sharp decline in tahr harvest numbers and what it means for the future of hunting on the West Coast. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream the show…
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Dave Burridge - 'Lifts across the board': Restricted volumes underpin wool auction
This episode features Dave Burridge, National Wool Auction Manager, PGG Wrightson discussing the results from the latest Christchurch wool auction, where demand is currently outstripping supply. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to...
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Mike Butterick - Government wants to listen to arable sector and front-foot challenges
This episode features Mike Butterick, Associate Minister of Agriculture discussing efforts to cut red tape and rebuild confidence in the arable sector. 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…
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Brad Siebert - ‘Heartbreaking’: Frost-hit avocado growers face abrupt season end
This episode features Brad Siebert, CEO, NZ Avocado discussing a bumper avocado crop, export demand and the outlook for growers. 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…
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David Seymour - ‘Unelected parallel political body’: ACT’s plan to scrap Waitangi Tribunal
This episode features David Seymour, Leader, ACT Party discusses slashing rural red tape and ACT’s election pitch to farmers. 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...
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David Norton - Is carbon farming handing feral deer a new safe haven?
This episode features David Norton, Te Kura Ngahere, University of Canterbury Strategic Science Advisor Pure Advantage discussing the feral deer crisis and the growing threat to farms and native forests. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect…
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Brett Beagley - Fieldays first-timer wins brand new ute and $10k of kit
This episode features Brett Beagley, General Manager Commercial and Marketing, New Zealand National Fieldays Society discussing innovations, highlights and exhibitor success from Fieldays. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide Connect mobile app to stream...
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Richard Dawkins - Federated Farmers welcomes Labour's surprise forestry rethink
This episode features Richard Dawkins, National Board Member, Meat & Wool Industry Group Chairperson, Federated Farmers discussing Labour’s forestry rethink, the ETS and what it could mean for rural New Zealand. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide…
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Kate Acland - B+LNZ: Farm profits still healthy but easing off record highs
This episode features Kate Acland, Chair, Beef + Lamb New Zealand discusses tightening farm margins and how farmers can build resilience. 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…
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Bryce McKenzie - ‘Silly thing to do’: Reflections from founder of Groundswell NZ
This episode features Bryce McKenzie, Founder, Groundswell discussing Groundswell’s election priorities and what it wants from the next Government. 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...
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Brent Kleiss - ‘Bewildering’: Pork sector reacts to Government’s labelling rejection
This episode features Brent Kleiss, Chief Executive, NZ Pork discussing why NZ Pork says the Government needs to fix the country’s pork-labelling rules. 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...
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Farmer Panel - Farming is the solution, not the problem
This episode features Chris Lewis & Craig "Dairyman" Hickman discussing their perspectives from both ends of the country. 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...
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Emma Joyce - Unlocking the new Fonterra Farm Insights Report
This episode features Emma Joyce, Programme Lead, On Farm Excellence, Farm Source discussing her Institute of Rural Professionals Webinar on Farm Insights Report and what it can tell farmers about their businesses. WANT TO LISTEN TO THE SHOW LIVE (11am-1pm NZST) ON THE GO? Download CountryWide...
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Mark Patterson - Waiho River keeps rising: Will flood defences buy Franz Josef time?
This episode features Mark Patterson, Minister for Rural Communities and Associate Minister of Agriculture discussing flood defences and regional connectivity. 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…
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10th September 2026 // Rural News
Government rules out law change on pork labelling Nationwide farm plastic recycling scheme set for 2027 ACT calls for carbon price floor to be scrapped 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…
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Dom Kalaish - Levies, drug testing and diesel: Transporting NZ’s election requests
This episode features Dom Kalaish, Chief Executive Officer, Transporting New Zealand discussing the organisation’s 2026 Election Platform. 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…
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Dr Deborah Russell - Labour to review whether forestry belongs in the ETS
This episode features Dr Deborah Russell, Climate spokesperson, Labour Party discussing Labour’s plans for restoring climate leadership. 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...
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Nicola Grigg - Mandatory rural recycling scheme to expand site numbers
This episode features Nicola Grigg, Minister for the Environment discussing the Government’s new mandatory rural recycling scheme. 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...
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Darryl Stretton - Velvet returns percentage increase likely ‘well into the double digits‘
This episode features Darryl Stretton, CEO, Provelco discussing the future of New Zealand deer velvet. This podcast is solely for information purposes. It's not financial or other professional advice. No party, including BNZ, is liable for direct or indirect loss or damage resulting from the...
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David Fairhall - What 24 seasons have taught this calf rearer about feed transitions
24 seasons in, calf rearer David Fairhall is still putting his money where his mouth is when it comes to transitioning calves off milk onto meal. The SealesWinslow Nutrition Specialist’s ‘side-hustle’ gets them to industry liveweight targets every time. Whether it’s a custom blend or dairy…
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8th September 2026 // Rural News
Labour Promises Urgent ETS Fix and Forestry Conversion Pause Strong red meat returns forecast, but margins tighten Crop protection reforms welcomed by HortNZ 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...
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Tony Trewinnard - Westerly pattern swings between weak and wild this spring
This episode features Tony Trewinnard, Blue Skies Weather discussing a situation update and the latest weather outlook. 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…
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Dairy Panel: AI cuts sire selection from weeks to hours
This episode features Matthew Zonderop, Perfect Cow Breeding Systems discussing using AI in bull selection and breeding decisions. 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...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
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 in New Zealand rural news, views, politics but most importantly in-depth technical farming advice to help improve farmers bottom lines!For more information & to subscribe to CountryWide, visit www.country-wide.co.nz
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CountryWide Media
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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...
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