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Wangapeka Artisan Cheese and Milk

Sat 16 Jul 2016
6:58

A family has become involved in artisan cheese production from the ground up
Jul 2016
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Texus Fibre

Mon 11 Jul 2016
7:05

Creating high value industrial textiles from wool
Jul 2016
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Philip Gregan, Chief Executive Officer, New Zealand Winegrowers

Sat 09 Jul 2016
10:07

Roger Bourne speaks with chief executive officer of New Zealand Winegrowers, Philip Gregan, about wine matters.
Jul 2016
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Classic Sheepskins

Fri 01 Jul 2016
6:17

A sheepskin tannery that has diversified under pressure from offshore competition
Jul 2016
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Healthy Rivers and Coastlines in Waikato

Fri 01 Jul 2016
7:28

James Bailey is working to improve water quality in Waikato Rivers and coastlines
Jul 2016
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Taylor Corporation

Fri 01 Jul 2016
6:49

A family owned apple growing and marketing company with an eye on the Asian market
Jul 2016
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Omega-3 Extraction at SeaDragon

Fri 01 Jul 2016
6:58

A fish oil refinery capturing Omega-3 oils from by-products of the fishing industry
Jul 2016
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Improving Hop Cultivars

Fri 01 Jul 2016
6:22

Scientist Ron Beatson has been developing superior hop cultivars in New Zealand since 1984
Jul 2016
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Steve Carden, CEO, Landcorp

Sat 25 Jun 2016
11:48

Roger Bourne speaks with Landcorp chief executive Steve Carden about Landcorps evolving role for promoting best practice and production in dairy, sheep, beef and deer farming, as well as diversification plans for the state owned enterprise.
Jun 2016
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Roosters Brew House and Beach House Wines

Wed 01 Jun 2016
6:56

Chris Harrison began a craft beer business to fund a dream of owning his own vineyard
Jun 2016
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Kumeu A & H Show

Wed 01 Jun 2016
6:58

The changing face of a long-standing agricultural and horticultural show near Auckland city
Jun 2016
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SnapIT for the Fishing Industry

Wed 01 Jun 2016
6:46

A tool has been developed to help ensure sustainable fisheries
Jun 2016
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Riverina Almonds

Wed 01 Jun 2016
6:52

A commercial almond orchard in Marlborough
Jun 2016
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Harwood Family Farms

Wed 01 Jun 2016
6:13

Diversity in a Golden Bay family farming operation
Jun 2016
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Root Zone Reality

Wed 01 Jun 2016
7:29

A Sustainable Farming Fund initiative measures actual nutrient losses under different systems
Jun 2016
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Future Orchard Systems

Wed 01 Jun 2016
7:45

A pan-industry re-think of orchard production systems with Plant and Food Research
Jun 2016
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Doug Avery on Resilient Farming

Wed 01 Jun 2016
12:29

Spreading a message of hope, and high profit-low damage farming systems
Jun 2016
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Kiwigarden

Wed 01 Jun 2016
7:33

Working with AGMARDT to develop a healthy snack brand for kids
Jun 2016
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Production Standards for Kumanu Lamb

Wed 01 Jun 2016
7:29

Paul Newton supplies to an animal welfare, environment and quality-focused lamb brand
Jun 2016
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Designing for Viticulture at FMR Group

Wed 01 Jun 2016
5:29

FMR Group engineers have developed technology that reduces spray consumption and drift
Jun 2016
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Shortlands Station - Biological Farming

Wed 01 Jun 2016
6:28

David Crutchley has adopted a biological approach to farming his Central Otago property
Jun 2016
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Mike Petersen, New Zealand Special Agricultural Trade Envoy

Sat 28 May 2016
12:23

The Trans Pacific Partnership Agreement caused fierce debate between many groups around the country. One of the key people at the centre of this Agreement, and ongoing trade talks around the world, is Mike Petersen, who speaks with Roger Bourne about his experiences in trade deals for New Zealand.
May 2016
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Tim Hunt, General Manager, Food and Agribusiness Research and Advisory, Rabobank Australia & New Zealand

Sat 21 May 2016
11.18

Tim Hunt was a keynote speaker at the biennial DairyNZ Farmers’ Forum, held at Mystery Creek this year.
May 2016
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Windsong Orchard

Sun 01 May 2016
7:29

An organic orchard grows plums to sell at farmers markets in Marlborough and Nelson
May 2016
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Controlling Wilding Pines in Otago

Sun 01 May 2016
7:07

Soho Properties owner Mutt Lange has invested heavily in wilding pine control in Otago
May 2016
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Cable Bay Farm Walkway

Sun 01 May 2016
6:01

Barbara Stuart and her family have long been champions of public walking access on farms
May 2016
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Cloudy Bay Clams

Sun 01 May 2016
6:57

Wild harvesting clams in the Marlborough Sounds
May 2016
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ArborGen Seed Orchard

Sun 01 May 2016
7:37

ArborGen's seed orchard is part of the process of producing superior pine tree varieties
May 2016
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Spy Valley Wines Sustainability

Sun 01 May 2016
6:51

Efforts by this winery's operators in energy and water consumption are paying off
May 2016
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Innovation at Aerospread

Sun 01 May 2016
6:48

A topdressing company's innovations for efficiency and cost control
May 2016
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NZ Lavender

Sun 01 May 2016
6:31

NZLavender
May 2016
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Broadlands Station

Sun 01 May 2016
7:09

Handing over to the next generation at Broadlands Station
May 2016
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Giant Willow Aphid

Sun 01 May 2016
6:45

Concern from farmers and beekeepers about the threat of this tree parasite
May 2016
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Cross Hills Garden and Nursery

Sun 01 May 2016
6:29

The Wilson Family have created a tourist attraction and a plant nursery at Cross Hills
May 2016
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2015 NZ Ewe Hogget Competition

Sun 01 May 2016
6:28

Bevan and Wendy Hopcroft on the benefits of entering the NZ Ewe Hogget Competition
May 2016
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Hon Nathan Guy, Minister for Primary Industries, Minister for Racing, MP for Otaki

Sat 02 Apr 2016
17:15

Roger Bourne speaks with the Minister for Primary Industries, Hon Nathan Guy, about the weather and its impact on the farming sector, the price of milk, the recently announced premium seafood label, Tiaki, Primary Growth Partnerships and ongoing biosecurity initiatives for New Zealand's borders.
Apr 2016
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A Big Barn Approach to Dairying

Sat 02 Apr 2016
7:19

A look at one of the world’s largest robotic dairy barns owned and operated by a farming family that are pioneering indoor dairy farming in New Zealand.
Apr 2016
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Dr Alison Dewes, Veterinarian, Agribusiness Consultant, Tipu Whenua

Fri 01 Apr 2016
12:44

Dr Alison Dewes is a 4th generation dairy farmer, 2nd generation veterinarian, and agribusiness consultant. Alison speaks with Roger Bourne about protecting the ecological health of the land and water that supports our food production systems, while ensuring the businesses that run them remain both profitable and resilient.
Apr 2016
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Barkers and Blackcurrants

Fri 01 Apr 2016
6:50

The Geraldine based fruit processing company and its suppliers
Apr 2016
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A New Test for Wool

Fri 01 Apr 2016
6:18

The NZ Wool Testing Authority has added new test for wool staple length and strength
Apr 2016