WaterForce LTD Manager Paul Fairbrother joins the show to discuss the start of the spring season, including irrigation setups and some important reminders.

DairyNZ CEO Campbell Parker joins the show to discuss DairyNZ's new strategy. How its going to work, and addressing criticism its faced so far.

Former Federated Farmers president Katie Milne joins the show to discuss the upcoming 125th anniversary for Federated Farmers NZ, and whats to come in the future

New producer Lashes gets the call up for todays Kubota weather report. He explains when this period of wild weather will subside and also gives us an all important Bledisloe forecast.

Andy chats to Andrew Malcom about the role the Apple growers play in the Horticulture industry and the headwinds they're currently facing when it comes to weather, biosecurity and how the upcoming season is shaping up.

All things Horticulture on Today's show as The Rural Roundup debuts it's 'Growing Matters' segment live from Fruitfed Supplies in Christchurch

Andy's Cousin and Fruitfed Supplies Canterbury Area Sales Manager Blair Murdoch joins the show to discuss the diversity of goods grown in Canterbury, the extension of the region, land usage and more. Live from the Fruitfed Supplies store in Christchurch.

Fruitfed Supplies National Manager Duncan Fletcher joins the show to talk about their supply chain, facing headwinds and more live from the Fruitfed Supplies store in Christchurch.

PGG Wrightson's CEO Stephen Guerin talks to Andy around the differences in the Agriculture and Horticulture industries and the challenges they face.

Andy was joined by our Rural Hero of the Week Chris Ford from Fern Energy. Congratulations Chris!, keep up the good work!

Equestrian Vulnerable Road User Spokesperson Julia Maclean joins Andy to talk about necessary important changes to introducing safer ways for horse riders to travel on NZ roads.

New Zealand Field Days CEO chats to Andy about the end of a 30 year tenure involved at Field Days. Including reasons behind his resignation and what's to come.

DairyNZ Chairman Jim Van Der Poel chats to Andy about last weeks "Common Ground" report from KPMG, the transition to DairyNZ's new chairperson and more.

The perfect way to wrap up your week, Federation Farmers Wayne Langford, Jimmy Gerritsen, Mike Eaton, Beef + Lambs Olivia Weatherburn and NIWA's Ben Noll.

NIWA’s Ben Noll joins the show for a lightning fast Kubota weather update about imminent South Island snow, and possibly snow for the city of sails?

Beef + Lamb National Extension Programme Manager Olivia Weatherburn joined the show today to discuss the launch of the Young Farmer Development Scholarship, a scholarship in order to uplift the future leadersin the beef and sheep sector.

Having just returned from a vineyard filled trans-tasman expedition to our Australian neighbours. Andy was eager to chat wine with Mike Eaton on today’s Rural Roundup. Potential frost risk in Marlborough Vineyards and the beginnings of bottling 2024 wines are just two of our delicious topics today. Thirsty for more? Listen to the full interview here:

Southland Farmer Jimmy Gerritsen joined the show today to chat to Andy about the significant benefits of Agrifert NS32, a Foliar fertiliser from Blue Pacific Minerals. A denser, faster pasture response and happier cows are just a couple of improvements seen on his farm so far. Sound like something you could get in amongst? Head to agrifert.co.nz to get 20L Agrifert NS32 for free ! #bluepacificminerals

Federation Farmers President Wayne Langford joined the show today for Rocket Freights The Big Issue, chatting with Andy about the current farming season, the KPMG AGMARDT “Common Ground” report, their beloved Tasman Makos and more on Today’s Rural Roundup.