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Federated Farmers Podcast
Federated Farmers of NZ
67 episodes
4 days ago
After several years focused on restoring farmer confidence, the conversation is shifting – from fighting roadblocks to driving the sector forward. In this conversation, Federated Farmers national president Wayne Langford reflects on a landmark year for rural New Zealand and what it will take for New Zealand farming to be genuinely world-leading again. We unpack the major policy wins delivered in 2025, including reduced red tape, real cost savings for farmers, and a Government that’s finally b...
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After several years focused on restoring farmer confidence, the conversation is shifting – from fighting roadblocks to driving the sector forward. In this conversation, Federated Farmers national president Wayne Langford reflects on a landmark year for rural New Zealand and what it will take for New Zealand farming to be genuinely world-leading again. We unpack the major policy wins delivered in 2025, including reduced red tape, real cost savings for farmers, and a Government that’s finally b...
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Federated Farmers Podcast
Back on the front foot – driving farming forward with Wayne Langford | EP 67
After several years focused on restoring farmer confidence, the conversation is shifting – from fighting roadblocks to driving the sector forward. In this conversation, Federated Farmers national president Wayne Langford reflects on a landmark year for rural New Zealand and what it will take for New Zealand farming to be genuinely world-leading again. We unpack the major policy wins delivered in 2025, including reduced red tape, real cost savings for farmers, and a Government that’s finally b...
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3 days ago
28 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
When farming isn’t the problem – a Farmstrong story | EP 66
Marc Gascoigne, a Cambridge dairy farmer and Farmstrong Champion, joins us to share his wellbeing journey, including what it was like to suffer in silence for years and what helped him turn things around, including an unexpected conversation with his brother. We’re also joined by Farmstrong CEO Gerard Vaughan, who helped establish Farmstrong in 2015 and has spent years turning research and psychology into practical tools that actually work for farmers. As well as Marc’s personal story, you’ll...
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3 weeks ago
43 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
Fix or float the farm loan? | EP 65
Interest rates have been shifting fast, and many farmers are wondering if now is the time to fix or float their loans. To help cut through the noise, we’re joined by NZAB founder and director Scott Wishart, who explains what’s happening in the current lending environment and how farmers can approach their lending decisions with confidence. We cover the pros and cons of fixing vs floating, common mistakes to avoid, how to think about term length, and the strategies farmers are usin...
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1 month ago
25 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
UK farmers under pressure – with Tom Bradshaw | EP 64
British farmers are facing many of the same pressures as Kiwi farmers – rising costs, land use change, tougher environmental rules, and greater public scrutiny. Tom Bradshaw, president of the UK’s National Farmers’ Union, joins us to share what’s happening on the ground, with the looming new inheritance tax of greatest concern. Tom also talks about what’s happening with farmer confidence, public perception, climate policy, Jeremy Clarkson, and more. Hear about the challenges, wins and day-to-...
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1 month ago
45 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
The dos and don'ts of farm equity partnerships | EP 63
Thinking about entering a farm equity partnership, or just curious about how they work? In this episode, rural accountant Joe Morgan breaks it all down. Joe, a director at GFA in Te Awamutu, explains what equity partnerships are, how they differ from arrangements like sharemilking and contract milking, and how they can fit into succession planning. He shares real-life stories, highlights common pitfalls, and outlines the key dos and don'ts to help ensure everyone benefits. Useful ...
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1 month ago
30 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
Jim Ward and Simon Cameron — bringing grazing back to crown land | EP 62
For decades, grazing kept New Zealand’s Crown land in check, supporting healthy landscapes and holding back pests and weeds. But when livestock were removed, those problems exploded. In this episode, Jim Ward and Simon Cameron explain why carefully managed, low-impact grazing could help reverse the decline. Jim is the former manager of Molesworth Station and current Federated Farmers high country co-chair, while Simon is Federated Farmers meat and wool vice chair. They share lesso...
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1 month ago
38 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
How do we win the war on pines and pests? | EP 61
Feral pests like deer pigs are exploding in number across New Zealand, while wilding pines are marching across some of our most iconic landscapes. Farmers are seeing the fallout every day: destroyed pasture, lost production, biosecurity risks, and farmland slowly buried beneath unwanted trees. In this episode we’re joined by Federated Farmers meat & wool chair Richard Dawkins and executive member Ruby Mulinder to unpack the scale of the problem and what it will take to turn the tide. We l...
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1 month ago
42 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
How farmers can lead well when the pressure is on | EP 60
Running a farm means leadership under pressure is part of the job. When the weather turns, the workload spikes or the unexpected hits, there’s no pause button. Southland leadership trainer and former military veteran Tony Groves helps farmers, team supervisors and rural professionals make better decisions when the heat is on. After a hugely popular first appearance, Tony is back to share new insights from the farm businesses he’s working with right now. We dive into practi...
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2 months ago
34 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
The KiwiSaver roadblock facing young farmers | EP 59
It’s been more than two years since the Government promised to let young farmers use their KiwiSaver to buy their first home or farm — but nothing has changed. In this episode, we talk with Kylee Smit, a Cambridge-based mortgage adviser who works with many young farmers and rural workers trying to get on the property ladder. Kylee explains why the current KiwiSaver rules don’t work for farmers, the frustration it’s causing across rural communities, and how fixing the system could ...
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2 months ago
19 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
Contract milking insights from Colin Glass | EP 58
Contract milking remains a key stepping stone in New Zealand dairying, but what does it take to succeed in this role today? In this episode, Dairy Holdings chief executive Colin Glass shares his experience running one of the country’s largest contract milking systems. He discusses the skills, mindset, and strategies that set top contract milkers apart, how the model is evolving, and practical advice for those starting or growing their careers in dairying.
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2 months ago
39 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
Unpacking the Alliance–Dawn Meats proposal with Professor Keith Woodford | EP 57
Alliance Group farmer-shareholders are facing one of the biggest decisions in New Zealand’s red meat sector in decades: whether to approve a proposed $250 million joint venture with Europe’s Dawn Meats Group. In this episode, we’re joined by Professor Keith Woodford, an experienced agribusiness commentator and former Lincoln University professor, to break down what’s on the table. Keith shares his insights on the deal, including its potential benefits, risks, and implications for farmer contr...
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2 months ago
23 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
Fonterra and the future | EP 56
Fonterra is at a crossroads, with its proposed sale of Mainland Group raising big questions for its farmer suppliers, the wider dairy sector, and everyday consumers. In this episode, we’re joined by Matt Montgomerie, a senior analyst at Forsyth Barr, to unpack what’s really going on. Matt explains Fonterra’s financial position, the rationale behind the Mainland sale, and what it could mean for farmers and the sector. He also shares insights into the co-op’s long-term strategy and global dairy...
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2 months ago
35 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
‘How are you really doing?’ — Bex Green’s mental health story | EP 55
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week, and North Canterbury dairy farmer Bex Green is opening up about one of the toughest periods of her life. Between a severe injury, raising three kids, and running a 1000-cow contract milking operation with her husband, Bex also stepped up to lead farmers in her region. But behind her public role, she was struggling deeply with her mental health. Bex openly shares the challenges she faced, what helped her recover – including the decision to compete...
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3 months ago
49 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
When farming meets red tape: David Clark and Colin Hurst on the consent crisis | EP 54
Farmers across New Zealand are voicing growing frustration with regional councils, resource consents, and the cost of compliance. Nothing has captured that frustration quite like Canterbury farmer David Clark’s recent Facebook post, which outlined his family’s ordeal in trying to renew a straightforward consent for their mixed arable, seed and livestock farm. The post struck a nerve, was shared widely across rural communities, and has drawn sharp attention from the Beehive. In this episode, D...
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3 months ago
47 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
Making the most of strong farmgate returns | EP 53
Dairy, beef and sheep farmers are all enjoying strong returns right now – but as every farmer knows, the good times don’t last forever. In this episode, Federated Farmers dairy chair Karl Dean shares practical advice on how to turn today’s profits into long-term security. Karl explains why reducing debt should be front of mind, what types of on-farm investments make sense, and how to balance reinvesting with putting money aside for future downturns. He also touches on succession plannin...
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3 months ago
24 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
How farmers can unlock better banking deals | EP 52
Scott Wishart from agricultural loan broker NZAB joins us to discuss how farmers can take more control of their banking outcomes. Scott shares practical advice on how to become “bank-ready,” what information to gather beyond budgets and financials, and how a well-prepared farmer can unlock a better deal. He also explains the value of engaging multiple lenders, the role of non-bank lenders, and common mistakes farmers make when approaching their bank. You’ll hear the steps fa...
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3 months ago
29 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
Can rural media survive? | EP 51
Farmers rely on rural media to stay informed – but shrinking print runs, social media, and changing news habits are putting pressure on traditional outlets. In this episode, we sit down with Dean Williamson, CEO of AgriHQ and publisher of Farmers Weekly, to discuss the challenges facing rural media. We explore the changing media landscape, how younger farmers are consuming news differently, and why Dean believes connecting rural New Zealand is more important than ever. We also as...
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4 months ago
38 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
Will farmers finally get a fair deal on banking? | EP 50
Farmers have long been saying they’re getting a raw deal from the banks – higher interest rates, tougher lending rules, fewer options, and growing pressure around environmental reporting. That’s why Federated Farmers pushed so hard for a rural banking inquiry. Now, after months of hearings and submissions, the Finance and Expenditure Committee has released its final report. It calls for changes to capital requirements, new transparency rules, and stronger political oversight of the big ...
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4 months ago
37 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
Carbon forestry crisis – the view from Southland | EP 49
Carbon forestry is spreading fast, and the impacts are becoming impossible to ignore for farmers in regions like Southland. In this episode, we’re joined by Dean Rabbidge, Southland Federated Farmers meat & wool chair, to talk about what he’s seeing on the ground. He describes the heartbreak of whole, highly productive farms being converted into pine plantations, and rural towns slowly hollowing out. He explains how the rise of carbon forestry is affecting local communities, ...
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4 months ago
30 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
Mental health on the land – what’s the plan? | EP 48
In this episode, we dig into the mental health challenges facing farmers and rural communities, and ask: is the support on offer actually working? Matt Doocey, New Zealand’s first dedicated Minister for Mental Health, joins us to discuss what’s changing, what still needs to, and whether rural voices are truly being heard. Federated Farmers president Wayne Langford shares what rural people are telling him they really need, the barriers that still exist, what support services need to look like ...
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4 months ago
49 minutes

Federated Farmers Podcast
After several years focused on restoring farmer confidence, the conversation is shifting – from fighting roadblocks to driving the sector forward. In this conversation, Federated Farmers national president Wayne Langford reflects on a landmark year for rural New Zealand and what it will take for New Zealand farming to be genuinely world-leading again. We unpack the major policy wins delivered in 2025, including reduced red tape, real cost savings for farmers, and a Government that’s finally b...