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Jamie Mackay talks to Sir Don McKinnon, Michael Every, and David Seymour. Jamie also pays tribute to the late Jim Hopkins.
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20 of 7,110 episodesThe Country Full Show: Friday August 21, 2026
Rowena Duncum talks to Colin Hurst, Kelvin Wickham, Shane Gillooly, Ian Jones, and Chris Brandolino.
The Country 21/08/26: Colin Hurst talks to Rowena Duncum
Federated Farmers National President celebrates last night's Arable Awards, congratulating Arable Farmer of the Year winners John and Mel Mc...
The Country 21/08/26: Kelvin Wickham talks to Rowena Duncum
Ballance Agri-Nutrients chief executive on the co-operative's return to profit and the reinstatement of its shareholder rebate. Plus, fertil...
The Country 21/08/26: Shane Gillooly talks to Rowena Duncum
New Zealand Young Farmers CEO on the organisation's 100th anniversary and the search for stories, photos and memorabilia.
The Country 21/08/26: Ian Jones talks to Rowena Duncum
Northland rugby legend and former All Black on the Taniwha's historic Ranfurly Shield win and what made the victory so special.
The Country 21/08/26: Chris Brandolino talks to Rowena Duncum
Earth Sciences New Zealand's principal scientist on El Niño's return and what it means for New Zealand's spring weather.
The Country Full Show: Thursday August 20, 2026
Rowena Duncum talks to Andrew Hoggard, Mark Leslie, Chris Russell, Luke Doyle, and Peter Newbold.
The Country 20/08/26: Andrew Hoggard talks to Rowena Duncum
Associate Environment and Biosecurity Minister explains changes to freshwater farm plans, including reduced compliance for low-risk farms an...
The Country 20/08/26: Mark Leslie talks to Rowena Duncum
Pāmu chief executive discusses the state-owned farming company's record $113 million operating profit, driven by strong productivity gains a...
The Country 20/08/26: Chris Russell talks to Rowena Duncum
Our Aussie correspondent discusses the growing bird flu outbreak, concerns for wildlife and poultry, and the toll the crisis is taking on ve...
The Country 20/08/26: Luke Doyle talks to Rowena Duncum
A dynamic Canterbury dairy farmer and Kellogg Graduate discusses his research on industry pathways in dairy.
The Country 20/08/26: Peter Newbold talks to Rowena Duncum
The General Manager Livestock & Real Estate for PGG Wrightson on a traditionally quiet August and why election uncertainty may affect cities...
DairyNZ Update: Mitch Cooper, DairyNZ Senior Technical Policy Advisor
Michelle Watt talks to Mitch Cooper, DairyNZ Senior Technical Policy Advisor (Veterinary), about the importance of Biosecurity, and how farm...
The Country Full Show: Wednesday August 19, 2026
Rowena Duncum talks to Christopher Luxon, Graeme Sumner, Stu Davison, Gavin Tankersley, and Riley Kennedy.
The Country 19/08/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Rowena Duncum
The Prime Minister discusses the fallout from the Chris Penk saga, coalition lines, and criticism from Labour. Plus, trade opportunities in...
The Country 19/08/26: Graeme Sumner talks to Rowena Duncum
Lyttelton Port chief executive outlines an $821m port expansion to boost capacity and improve access to global markets. We also talk about f...
The Country 19/08/26: Stu Davison talks to Rowena Duncum
We break down a stronger Global Dairy Trade auction with HighGround Dairy's quantitative analyst, with gains led by whole and skim milk powd...
The Country 19/08/26: Gavin Tankersley talks to Rowena Duncum
Golden Shears life member reflects on the life and legacy of Laurie Keats, the driving force behind the Golden Shears and competitive sheari...
The Country 19/08/26: Riley Kennedy talks to Rowena Duncum
BusinessDesk senior journalist discusses fresh speculation around A2 Milk and Fonterra's interest in Synlait, and the hurdles any deal would...