(00:00:00) Full Show | 15 August
(00:01:25) Meeting Japan’s changing market
(00:10:20) Understanding the impact of US tariffs on exports
(00:16:51) Navigating New Zealand's ag visa system
(00:23:30) The Final Word

In this episode:

News Wrap | Meeting Japan’s changing market
1:26 – Senior reporter Richard Rennie discusses the gene technology legislation currently passing through parliament, and previews his upcoming trip to Japan, where he’ll report on the new trends emerging in one of our biggest export partners.

Market Insights | Understanding the impact of US tariffs on exports
10:21 – AgriHQ senior Mel Croad discusses the recent increase in tariffs on New Zealand's beef exports to the United States, the implications for the market, and the competitive landscape involving Australia and Brazil. NZ is now paying 15% to sell into the US market, but Mel says there doesn’t seem to be any rash moves being considered as exporters take a wait and see approach.

Feds Focus | Navigating New Zealand's ag visa system
16:52 – Federated Farmers dairy chair Karl Dean says farmers will be breathing a sigh of relief after two new visa categories were introduced, making it much easier for farmers and growers to access the skilled people they need at the right time of the year.
He discusses the introduction of two new seasonal work visas in New Zealand aimed at providing farmers with more certainty in securing skilled labour and the workforce challenges the sector faces.

The Final Word
23:21 – Dawn Meats of Ireland has been selected as the preferred partner for Alliance Group, and while the injection of capital will steady the ship, will NZ farmers still control the tiller?

Senior reporter Richard Rennie discusses the gene technology legislation currently passing through parliament, and previews his upcoming trip to Japan, where he’ll report on the new trends emerging in one of our biggest export partners.

AgriHQ senior Mel Croad discusses the recent increase in tariffs on New Zealand's beef exports to the United States, the implications for the market, and the competitive landscape involving Australia and Brazil. NZ is now paying 15% to sell into the US market, but Mel says there doesn’t seem to be any rash moves being considered as exporters take a wait and see approach.

Federated Farmers dairy chair Karl Dean says farmers will be breathing a sigh of relief after two new visa categories were introduced, making it much easier for farmers and growers to access the skilled people they need at the right time of the year.

They discuss the introduction of two new seasonal work visas in New Zealand aimed at providing farmers with more certainty in securing skilled labour and the workforce challenges the sector faces.

In this episode: 

News Wrap | A look into the funding future of Alliance Group
1:43 – Senior reporter Neal Wallace previews the big announcement from Alliance Group next week, where they’ll announce the result of their search for an investor. 

Market Insights | Young cattle bringing value to traders
6:18 – AgriHQ analyst Alex Coddington has been diving into the data and has some insight into the value young cattle are bringing to traders. Feeder calf prices were high earlier in the year but they’re being sold at a premium now so good margins are being enjoyed.

Feature | Breeding sheep of the future
10:40 – Focus Genetics general manager Matt Johnson chats with Bryan about the Sheep of the Future programme being run in partnership with AgResearch, Pāmu and the Ministry for Primary Industries. They’re working to breed sheep that are heat tolerant, disease resistant, and easy to handle while also possessing the characteristics traditionally sought after for meat quality. 

Feds Focus | The fight for rural safety in Canterbury
17:50 – Federated Farmers North Canterbury president Bex Green joins the show to chat about the proposed restructure of Canterbury’s Police force, which she says will leave some communities without full-time cover. Farmers aired their concerns at two meetings this week.

The Final Word
23:38 – Central Hawke’s Bay farmer Bayden Andersen is living the dream – managing a farm in a community he loves. But he worries his kids might not have that option, as more and more farms convert to forestry in the region.

Focus Genetics general manager Matt Johnson chats with Bryan about the Sheep of the Future programme being run in partnership with AgResearch, Pāmu and the Ministry for Primary Industries. They’re working to breed sheep that are heat tolerant, disease resistant, and easy to handle while also possessing the characteristics traditionally sought after for meat quality.

Senior reporter Neal Wallace previews the big announcement from Alliance Group next week, where they’ll announce the result of their search for an investor.

AgriHQ analyst Alex Coddington has been diving into the data and has some insight into the value young cattle are bringing to traders. Feeder calf prices were high earlier in the year but they’re being sold at a premium now so good margins are being enjoyed.

Federated Farmers North Canterbury president Bex Green joins the show to chat about the proposed restructure of Canterbury’s Police force, which she says will leave some communities without full-time cover. Farmers aired their concerns at two meetings this week.

In this episode:

Market Insights | Buyers return to feeder calf market
1:38 – AgriHQ analyst Fiona Quarrie has an update on the early feeder calf sales, with rearers returning to the rails to buy up young stock. Input costs are still stubbornly high but Fiona says there’s a good margin there for careful operators.

Feature | Genetic opportunities in dairy beef production
7:07 – Wyoming rancher Lee Leachman discusses the evolution of Leachman Cattle, a leading seed stock operation in the United States, focusing on profit-driven genetics and the growing market for beef on dairy. He shares insights on the genetic advancements in dairy beef production, the challenges and opportunities in New Zealand's livestock market, and the comparative advantages of grass-fed beef in both countries.

Feds Focus | Confidence returns to sector
17:15 – Federated Farmers president Wayne Langford joins the show to discuss the latest farm confidence survey that shows farmers are feeling good right now. Wayne says there are a number of factors, including  strong farmgate returns and a better regulatory environment.

The Final Word
22:02 – No one has emerged from the great butter debate looking all that good. But while fingers are pointed and responsibility shirked, the fact remains that many New Zealanders can’t afford to buy our staple spread.

Wyoming rancher Lee Leachman discusses the evolution of Leachman Cattle, a leading seed stock operation in the United States, focusing on profit-driven genetics and the growing market for beef on dairy.
He shares insights on the genetic advancements in dairy beef production, the challenges and opportunities in New Zealand's livestock market, and the comparative advantages of grass-fed beef in both countries.

AgriHQ analyst Fiona Quarrie has an update on the early feeder calf sales, with rearers returning to the rails to buy up young stock. Input costs are still stubbornly high but Fiona says there’s a good margin there for careful operators.

Feds president Wayne Langford joins the show to discuss the latest farm confidence survey that shows farmers are feeling good right now. Wayne says there are a number of factors, including  strong farmgate returns and a better regulatory environment.

(00:00:00) Full Show | July 25
(00:01:33) Record returns for red meat exports
(00:09:46) Red meat sector looks to increase value
(00:22:32) Advocating for the dairy sector
(00:31:22) The Final Word

In this episode:

Market Insights | Record returns for red meat exports
1:34 – AgriHQ senior analyst Mel Croad reports on record export returns for red meat. She tells Bryan whether those prices will hold up as we head into the new season.

Feature | Red meat sector looks to increase value
9:46 – Meat Industry Association independent chair Nathan Guy joins the show to wrap up the Red Meat Sector Conference. He chats about the plan to break down non-tariff barriers, the new strategy to extract more value from our red meat sector, and discusses our over-capacity issue.

Feds Focus | Advocating for the dairy sector
22:33 – Federated Farmers South Canterbury dairy chair and Feds Dairy Advocate of the Year Jimmy Emmett joins the show to talk about his unique journey to the dairy farm. Jimmy ran a bar in Christchurch for a number of years but took a punt on dairying about 16 years ago. He says there are some similarities between managing drinkers and managing dairy cows. 

The Final Word
31:23 – A recent viral post from Tim Deane asked why our national rugby team was selling synthetic beanies to fans. Perhaps it’s time for the All Blacks to get behind our fantastic wool fibre and help promote its qualities of strength and resilience.

Meat Industry Association independent chair Nathan Guy joins the show to wrap up the Red Meat Sector Conference. He chats about the plan to break down non-tariff barriers, the new strategy to extract more value from our red meat sector, and discusses our over-capacity issue.

AgriHQ senior analyst Mel Croad reports on record export returns for red meat. She tells Bryan whether those prices will hold up as we head into the new season.

Federated Farmers South Canterbury dairy chair and Feds Dairy Advocate of the Year Jimmy Emmett joins the show to talk about his unique journey to the dairy farm. Jimmy ran a bar in Christchurch for a number of years but took a punt on dairying about 16 years ago. He says there are some similarities between managing drinkers and managing dairy cows. 

In this episode:

News Wrap | Zespri takes on plant variety applicant
1:38 – Richard Rennie outlines how Zespri is opposing the registration of a type of fruit that it says is a version of its own SunGold variety. And, he reports that Rabobank and the government have given more funding to keep catchment groups going for a while longer.

Market Insights | Winter store markets still red hot
6:17 – AgriHQ senior analyst Suz Bremner checks in from Stortford Lodge to chat about the winter store markets. She says sky-high prices for lambs may be levelling off, but in the cattle pens vendors are still getting top money.

Feature | Sheep a source of high-value health products
12:15 – A Christchurch company has found a unique way of extracting collagen from sheep skins and now exports its ingredients and products around the world. Bryan talks to Tertiary Extracts Õtautahi co-founder Dr Rob Kelly about the value to be captured in the growing industry.

Feds Focus | Green taxonomy fails to identify farming
22:33 – Federated Farmers banking spokesperson Mark Hooper outlines his issues with the proposed Sustainable Finance Taxonomy, being developed by the Centre for Sustainable Finance and the Ministry for the Environment to provide a consistent framework for defining what is ‘green’ or ‘sustainable’ in financial markets.

The Final Word
30:52 – It seems odd that in the same week the government gave flood-hit farmers money to help recover from flooding, Ministers were telling local government leaders they were going to limit future rates rises. Is this the right way to tackle our massive infrastructure deficit?

A Christchurch company has found a unique way of extracting collagen from sheep skins and now exports its ingredients and products around the world. Bryan talks to Tertiary Extracts Õtautahi co-founder Dr Rob Kelly about the value to be captured in the growing industry.

Richard Rennie outlines how Zespri is opposing the registration of a type of fruit that it says is a version of its own SunGold variety. And, he reports that Rabobank and the government have given more funding to keep catchment groups going for a while longer.