Best Protein Engineering Podcasts (2025)

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Episode: 72 - Pamela Barney on HR Lessons to Meet the Needs of Biotech 35:23

15h ago35:23

35:23

In this episode of The Chain, host Tariq Ghayur, PhD, Tariq Ghayur Consulting, LLC, talks with Pamela Barney, former associate director of HR, AbbVie, about her career within biotech/pharma organizations and some key lessons learned, such as taking advantage of your contacts and network, managing diverse workforces, and HR’s role in creating an eng…

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Chris Anstis - Riding the kiwifruit wave 15:21

4h ago15:21

15:21

Dom talks with NZ Kiwifruit Growers Inc Ōpōtiki representative Chis Anstis about the 2025 harvest, his career in the kiwifruit industry and the key to a successful kiwifruit orchard. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Linked…

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Bruce Parkinson - Future looks bright for NZ dog trialling 13:00

4h ago13:00

13:00

Dom talks with North Island Dog Trials spokesperson Bruce Parkinson about the recent event in Taihape, the growing popularity of dog trialling across NZ and the upcoming national event, which this year will double with the South Island Dog Trials, in Hanmer Springs later in May. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your fa…

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Dr Victoria Hatton - Shaping the future of food & fibre 22:51

4h ago22:51

22:51

Dom talks with Food HQ CEO Dr Victoria Hatton about the upcoming NZ Future Food and Fibre Summit in Palmerston North (May 26-28), the major topics up for discussion and the theme of this year's event, 'Growing the Sector Together'. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.n…

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REX May 14th - Dr Victoria Hatton from Food HQ, NZKGI Ōpōtiki rep Chris Anstis and Bruce Parkinson from the North Island Dog Trialling Championships 55:07

7h ago55:07

55:07

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Food HQ CEO Dr Victoria Hatton about the upcoming NZ Future Food and Fibre Summit in Palmerston North (May 26-28), the major topics up for discussion and the theme of this year's event, 'Growing the Sector Together'... He talks with NZ Kiwifruit Growers Inc Ōpōtiki representative Chis Anstis about the 20…

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Lester White - Farming, family & rockets 21:17

13h ago21:17

21:17

Dom talks with Lester White, Chair of Proprietors of Tawapata South, about its farm, Onenui Station on Mahia Peninsula, being named as a finalist in the 2025 Ahuwhenua Trophy and its partnership with Rocket Lab. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on I…

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Duncan Humm - Farmers reject methane strategy; survey 13:50

14h ago13:50

13:50

Dom talks with Duncan Humm from NZ Farming about its role in a recent survey which reveals many farmers are rejecting NZ's current ruminant methane strategy, why this is the case and what they'd like to see happen as a result. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and…

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Colin Bond - Another record kiwifruit harvest on the cards 12:47

14h ago12:47

12:47

Dom talks with NZ Kiwifruit Growers Incorporated CEO Colin Bond about eclipsing last year's record crop in 2025, the recent EPA decision allowing growers to keep using the agrichemical Hi-Cane and the effect of US tariffs on the kiwifruit industry. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, vis…

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REX May 13th - Colin Bond from NZ Kiwifruit Growers Inc, Duncan Humm from NZ Farming and Lester White from Proprietors of Tawapata South 51:46

1d ago51:46

51:46

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with NZ Kiwifruit Growers Incorporated CEO Colin Bond about eclipsing last year's record crop in 2025, the recent EPA decision allowing growers to keep using the agrichemical Hi-Cane and the effect of US tariffs on the kiwifruit industry... He talks with Duncan Humm from NZ Farming about its role in a recent …

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Having Your Cake & Eating It Too: Food Science, Leadership, and Life Skills with Kenya Hairston (S8:E6) 19:31

1d ago19:31

19:31

Kenya Hairston is a Senior Project Manager, Adjunct Professor, and Doctoral student. Kenya holds a Master's degree from Franklin University as well as Bachelors Degrees from the University of Toledo and The Ohio State University (that's where Keith and Kenya crossed paths). She is currently a 2nd year doctoral student at Franklin University where s…

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Bryce McKenzie - Groundswell ramps up Quit Paris campaign 13:49

1d ago13:49

13:49

Dom talks with Groundswell NZ co-founder Bryce McKenzie about a new initiative in its campaign to see NZ exit the Paris Accord, the continuing conversion of farmland into forestry and a new survey which reveals farmers some farmers are rejecting NZ's current ruminant methane strategy. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on y…

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Matt Gibson - Ducks, deer & tailwinds 15:19

1d ago15:19

15:19

Dom talks with with Matt Gibson, GM of venison at First Light Farms, about the venison market, tariffs and the GE debate. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.…

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Fiona & Thomas Langford - Share Farmers of the Year 9:16

1d ago9:16

9:16

Dom talks with Fiona and Thomas Langford about winning the Share Farmers of the Year Award at the NZ Dairy Industry Awards over the weekend, their corporate backgrounds and their initiatives to drive positive staff culture. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and fo…

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REX May 12th - Share Farmers of the Year Fiona & Thomas Langford, Matt Gibson from First Light Foods and Bryce McKenzie from Groundswell NZ 41:42

2d ago41:42

41:42

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Fiona and Thomas Langford about winning the Share Farmers of the Year Award at the NZ Dairy Industry Awards over the weekend, their corporate backgrounds and their initiatives to drive positive staff culture... He talks with Matt Gibson, GM of venison at First Light Farms, about the venison market, tarif…

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Duncan Garner: Should Politician's Mistakes be Punished? 5:47

1d ago5:47

5:47

Slam Dunc from S4 Episode 60: Cuts, Cuts, Cuts! Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/3MZATcwUSbE PLUS… New episodes 7pm weekdays! Website: https://www.rova.nz/home/podcasts/duncan-garner---editor-in-chief Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcastBy rova | REX

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Simon Berry - REX Recommends 14:27

3d ago14:27

14:27

In case you missed it, one of Dom's picks of the week is this chat with Whitestone Cheese Managing Director Simon Berry about winning five trophies at the NZ Champions of Cheese Awards, including the Champion of Champions for its Monte Cristo sheep milk cheddar and Champion Cheesemaker for Whitestone cheesemaker Jonathan Emerson. Tune in daily for …

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Daniel Carson - REX Recommends 11:36

4d ago11:36

11:36

In case you missed it, one of Dom's picks of the week is this chat with Mīti founder Daniel Carson about the removal of the specialised equipment used to make the meat snacks, following Off-Piste Provisions pausing manufacturing at the New Zealand Food Innovation Network, what it means for the company and why he thinks it's a blight on the entire N…

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Angus Gidley-Baird - A pivotal moment for animal protein 16:15

5d ago16:15

16:15

Dom talks with Angus Gidley-Baird, Senior Animal Protein Analyst with Rabobank Australia, about why he's calling 2025 a pivotal moment for animal protein production, the impact of US tariffs and NZ lamb prices. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on In…

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Anna Fisher - Charolais Magazine 2025 hits shelves 16:45

5d ago16:45

16:45

Dom talks with Charolais breeder and Charolais Magazine Editor Anna Fisher about the 2025 edition, the effects of the recent heavy rain at their farm at Silverstream near Christchurch and Silverstream Charolais' upcoming bull sale (June 11th). Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit re…

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Wade Bell & Matt Dalley - Road trips, podcasts & maize tips 17:43

5d ago17:43

17:43

Dom talks with Wade Bell and Matt Dalley, farm system specialists with Pioneer Brand Products, about their recent Rural Roadie, their 'Feed for Thought' podcast and tips for getting the most out of maize post-harvest. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow u…

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REX May 9th - Wade Bell & Mat Dalley from Pioneer Brand Products, Anna Fisher from Charolais Magazine and Angus Gidley-Baird from Rabobank 54:22

5d ago54:22

54:22

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Wade Bell and Matt Dalley, farm system specialists with Pioneer Brand Products, about their recent Rural Roadie, their 'Feed for Thought' podcast and tips for getting the most out of maize post-harvest... He talks with Charolais breeder and Charolais Magazine Editor Anna Fisher about the 2025 edition, th…

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Simon & Lou White - East Coast farming innovation 14:01

6d ago14:01

14:01

Dom talks with Simon & Lou White from Ludlow Farms about being named the Regional Supreme Winners at the East Coast Ballance Farm Environment Awards, their extensive farming operation and investment in innovative technology, including the development of a cutting-edge seed drying facility. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content…

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Leah Baldwin - Hayes family's NZ farming legacy 19:12

6d ago19:12

19:12

Dom talks with Hayes Engineering Works Property Lead Leah Baldwin about the historic site, the impact of the Hayes family on the history of NZ farming and what's on offer to visitors to the site. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebo…

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Marcus Pickens - Wine Marlborough fights water chlorination 15:41

6d ago15:41

15:41

Dom talks with Wine Marlborough GM Marcus Pickens about the possibility of chlorine being added to water supplies, the effect it could have on wine production in the region and how it could affect the wider industry. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us…

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REX May 8th - Marcus Pickens from Wine Marlborough, Leah Baldwin from Hayes Engineering and Simon & Lou White from Ludlow Farms 52:15

6d ago52:15

52:15

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Wine Marlborough GM Marcus Pickens about the possibility of chlorine being added to water supplies, the effect it could have on wine production in the region and how it could affect the wider industry... He talks with Hayes Engineering Works Property Lead Leah Baldwin about the historic site, the impact …

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REX May 7th - Daniel Carson from Mīti, Stu Davison from HighGroundDairy and Marijke Dunselman from Agritourism NZ 47:11

7d ago47:11

47:11

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Mīti founder Daniel Carson about the removal of the specialised equipment used to make the product, following Off-Piste Provisions pausing manufacturing at the New Zealand Food Innovation Network, what it means for the company and why he thinks it's a blight on the entire NZ meat industry, as there's now…

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Marijke Dunselman - Agritourism opportunities in NZ 10:29

7d ago10:29

10:29

Dom talks with Agritourism NZ founder Marijke Dunselman about two upcoming free webinars about how to diversify your fam into agritourism (May 8th & 13th), World Agritourism Day and the Agritourism Academy. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instag…

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Stu Davison - GDT bonanza, Fonterra & networking 21:29

7d ago21:29

21:29

Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGroundDairy about the latest Global Diary Trade Event (+4.6%), the race between Lactalis and Bega Cheese for Fonterra's consumer assets and the recent American Dairy Products Institute Conference in Chicago. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit re…

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Daniel Carson - Mīti vows to continue in the face of massive roadblock 11:29

7d ago11:29

11:29

Dom talks with Mīti founder Daniel Carson about the removal of the specialised equipment used to make the product, following Off-Piste Provisions pausing manufacturing at the New Zealand Food Innovation Network, what it means for the company and why he thinks it's a blight on the entire NZ meat industry, as there's now not a single facility in New …

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Marg Forde - NZ Wool Classers unite 14:52

8d ago14:52

14:52

Dom talks with with Marg Forde, registrar for the NZ Wool Classers Association, about its Industry Professional Development day at Lincoln University on Friday (May 9th), the purpose of the day and the topics to be covered. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and fo…

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Jono Mountfort - Wool innovation 19:40

8d ago19:40

19:40

Dom talks with with Autex Creative Director Jono Mountfort about the launch of the Autex Future Lab, the scientific evidence and closed-loop systems that go into the production of sustainable wool and its application for the Autex acoustic wall panels. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform,…

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Toby Williams - Carbon forestry loopholes remain 11:03

8d ago11:03

11:03

Dom talks with Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Chair Toby Williams about the loopholes remaining in the government’s commitment to halt the locking up of high-quality farmland in carbon forest, how those loopholes can be closed and the risks of carbon farming to farmers and rural communities. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural conten…

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REX May 6th - Toby Williams from Federated Farmers, Jono Mountfort from Autex and Marg Forde from the NZ Wool Classer Association 49:38

8d ago49:38

49:38

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Chair Toby Williams about the loopholes remaining in the government’s commitment to halt the locking up of high-quality farmland in carbon forest, how those loopholes can be closed and the risks of carbon farming to farmers and rural communities... He talks with Autex Creati…

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Paul Kenyon - New research and insights into hogget lambing 13:25

9d ago13:25

13:25

Dom talks with Paul Kenyon, Professor of Sheep Husbandry and Head of the School of Agriculture and Environment at Massey University, about his role in editing a revised and updated version of the publication, 'Hogget Performance - Unlocking the Potential of Hogget Lambing', the new insights in contains and the biggest pitfalls to avoid. Tune in dai…

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Jason Smith - Rain, kumara and dwindling ewe flocks 16:26

9d ago16:26

16:26

Dom talks with former Kaipara Mayor Jason Smith about going from drought to excessive rain, the effect on the kumara harvest and the recent success of the Kauri Museum. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.…

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Simon Berry - Good things take time 14:20

9d ago14:20

14:20

Dom talks with Whitestone Cheese Managing Director Simon Berry about winning five trophies at the NZ Champions of Cheese Awards, including the Champion of Champions for its Monte Cristo sheep milk cheddar and Champion Cheesemaker for Whitestone cheesemaker Jonathan Emerson. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favouri…

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REX May 5th - Simon Berry from Whitestone Cheese, Jason Smith form the Kauri Museum and Paul Kenyon from Massey Unviersity 48:25

9d ago48:25

48:25

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Whitestone Cheese Managing Director Simon Berry about winning five trophies at the NZ Champions of Cheese Awards, including the Champion of Champions for its Monte Cristo sheep milk cheddar and Champion Cheesemaker for Whitestone cheesemaker Jonathan Emerson... He talks with former Kaipara Mayor Jason Sm…

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Tim Curr - REX Recommends 20:22

10d ago20:22

20:22

In case you missed it, one of Dom's picks of the week is this chat with Tim Curr, TRS Wholesale Ltd's Business Development & Product Support Manager, about creating the world's first electric-driven sprayer, its current applications and what the future holds for electric technology on farms. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural conte…

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Greg Smith - REX Recommends 18:31

11d ago18:31

18:31

In case you missed it, one of Dom's picks of the week is this chat with outgoing Bremworth CEO Greg Smith about the recent board coup, his legacy at the helm of the listed carpet manufacturer and what he plans to do next. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and foll…

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Mark Chrystall - Funding for rural community hubs 12:30

12d ago12:30

12:30

Dom talks with Mark Chrystall, Rabobank Client Council Lower North Island Chair, about the function of the council, the recent community hub competition and the types of projects the council funds. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Face…

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Aimee Wilson - DWN Regional Leader of the Year 8:23

12d ago8:23

8:23

Dom talks with the Dairy Women's Network Regional Leader of the Year Aimee Wilson about her involvement with DWN and how she juggles that with farming and raiding a family. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for mor…

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Jo Sheridan - Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year 13:27

12d ago13:27

13:27

Dom talks with newly crowned Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year Jo Sheridan about winning the award, her work at Owl Farm in Cambridge and her plans for the future. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.…

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Richie Cosgrove - Ducks, Ministers & Cookbooks 10:21

12d ago10:21

10:21

Dom talks with Fish & Game NZ Deputy CEO Richie Cosgrove about the opening weekend of the duck hunting season, taking Hunting & Fishing Minister James Meager into the mai mai and the success of the Fish & Game Cookbook. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow…

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REX May 2nd - Richie Cosgrove from Fish & Game NZ, Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year Jo Sheridan, DWN Regional Leader of the Year Aimee Wilson and Mark Chrystall from the Rabobank Client Council 47:47

12d ago47:47

47:47

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Fish & Game NZ Deputy CEO Richie Cosgrove about the opening weekend of the duck hunting season, taking Hunting & Fishing Minister James Meager into the mai mai and the success of the Fish & Game Cookbook... He talks with newly crowned Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year Jo Sheridan about winning the award, …

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Amelia Ridgen - Behind the scenes of the Lincoln Young Farmers Club 14:43

13d ago14:43

14:43

Dom talks with Lincoln Young Farmers Club Chair Amelia Ridgen about being the largest club in the country, its upcoming trips and events and her pending study in the Netherlands. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn f…

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Mark Leslie - Unveiling the legacy of Dr Warren Parker 8:47

13d ago8:47

8:47

Dom talks with Pamu CEO Mark Leslie about today's tree planting and plaque unveiling for the late Dr Warren Parker, former Pāmu Farms of New Zealand chairman, the inaugural Dr Warren Parker and Pāmu Agricultural Scholarship at Massey University and Dr Parker's legacy and contribution to NZ agriculture. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX …

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Richard Lindroos - A conversation with the new Fieldays CEO 16:56

13d ago16:56

16:56

Dom talks with new NZ National Fieldays Society CEO Richard Lindroos about what attracted him to he job, his extensive career in sports event management and what he's hoping to achieve in his new role. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, …

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REX May 1st - Richard Lindroos from the NZ National Fieldays Society, Pamu CEO Mark Leslie and Amelia Ridgen from the Lincoln Young Farmers Club 44:10

13d ago44:10

44:10

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with new NZ National Fieldays Society CEO Richard Lindroos about what attracted him to he job, his extensive career in sports event management and what he's hoping to achieve in his new role... He talks with Pamu CEO Mark Leslie about today's tree planting and plaque unveiling for the late Dr Warren Parker, f…

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Tom O'Sullivan - FLOC case study 12:27

14d ago12:27

12:27

Dom talks with FLOC Business Development Manager Tom O'Sullivan about the recent installation of its acoustic wall panels in Lincoln University’s Ivey West Memorial Hall, its presence at the upcoming Australian Design Show and its quest to achieve an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for the product. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest …

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Mark Cameron - South Island roadshow 12:46

14d ago12:46

12:46

Dom talks with ACT MP and Northland dairy farmer Mark Cameron about his upcoming South Island roadshow, what he hopes to achieve and his new member's bill aimed at repealing legislation which requires banks and other financial institutions to submit climate disclosures. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite s…

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