044 | Its a random assortment of topics this week. We traverse the globe discussing American and British politics, Kiwisaver updates for the rural community and Brazilian Beef - are they actually competitors to our NZ beef markets?

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043 | With December around the corner and Christmas on our doorstep we asked the question - what is the actual impact of our sneaky (sometimes guilty) Temu purchases on the small business landscape of NZ, particularly rural NZ?

We also covered off Fonterra's latest happenings - rising milk prices and what's happening with the consumer brands and back over to banking - the wild profits coming out of the big banks!!

Link to Cinta Insights survey - Calling all dairy farmers - https://surveys.cinta.co.nz/wix/p644891547783.aspx

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042 | Jumping on the bandwagon of all anyone everywhere is talking about we dive into the outcomes of the US Election - Donald Trump was annouced president for his second term. What does that mean for the world of ag both in the US and around the globe?

There are a few recommendations and links throughout the podcast this week

Meat the Need Auction - https://meattheneed.org/trademe-auction/

Discover Ag episode on glyphosate - https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/discover-ag/id1615443750?i=1000673428581

Em's recommendations

The Girl from London by Olivia Spooner - https://www.paperplus.co.nz/shop/books/fiction/contemporary/the-girl-from-london

Tour de France: Unchained - https://www.netflix.com/title/81153133

James Laughlin's podcast with Darren Shand (All Blacks Manager for 20 yrs) - https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/lead-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035?i=1000633353440

James Laughlin's podcast with Steve Hanson - https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/lead-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035?i=1000592905441

Myfi's recommendations

The Hidden Girl, Lucinda Riley - https://www.paperplus.co.nz/shop/books/fiction/historical/the-hidden-girl-1209438

Rivals on Disney+ - https://www.disneyplus.com/en-be/series/rivals/4MoVqX2aLYpm

Dom Harvey's podcast with Michaela Blyde - https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/the-dom-harvey-podcast/id1590931602?i=1000666539459

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041 | The rural banking inquiry, we have all heard about it but were we really aware of how necessary it was! We certainly weren't form Reserve bank policy settings to the actual banks themselves and even as farmers how we handle the situation. And overhaul is well called for. Thanks to the team at NZAB (not sponsored, just really liked their info) for putting together such thorough, informative information on this and providing a voice for the sector at the beehive!

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040 | This week we are joined by guest co-host Dr Ellen Joan Ford, a leadership expert. Dr Ellen was recently invovled as a co-researcher in the Rural Leadership report devloped in partnership by the Food and Fibre CoVE and Rural Leaders. The report is available here.

We also touched on Ellen's own research and her leadership framework - belogning, automony, purpose and how that applies to the food and fibre sector, and also her latest passion project #workschoolhours, which is really all about bringing your whole self to work and employers recongising that employees have a life outside of the office walls or farm gate. Ellen has penned a book on the subject which is available through her website - https://www.ellenjoanford.com/shop

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039 | A fully electric ute is about to hit the NZ market - with a petrol generator to provide range, its electric its a hybrid, listen along to find out more. We have also celebrated the winners at the Beef and Lamb NZ awards and the woos of the arable farmers coming into their season.

This week we explore the Canadian dairy market, it's not currently somewhere we export a great deal of products to and for good reason. But their industry is signficantly different to ours, listen along and find out more.

The Whole Story do an epic job of expanding our minds and providing education on sustainability. There blog is currently showing us how to apply the SDGs (sustainable development goals) on the ground - take a read here.

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038 | This week Emily dove into the differences in milk on our supermarket shelves, aside from price why do prices vary so greatly? Does it make a difference nutrtionally and importantly are the farmers earning more from some of your purchases than others?

In the news we touch on a new tech device out of the University of Canterbury - LuMoo that supports early detection of Johne's disease (their give-a-little page to support them on their trip to Paris is here) Zespri's push to secure year round shelf space in the northern hemisphere, the growing wild rabbit population and how pests should be managed.

Finally, we heard your asks for a conversation about Rural Women's Mental Health across the country, unfortunately we can't be there in person this year but we have put our heads together to make the next best thing happen - a webinar - with the most epic panel - Deanne Parkes, Charlotte Heald and Kathryn Wright. Grab your tickets now!

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037 | With all the extreme weather events both here in NZ and around the globe, it seemed obvious that we should dig into the wide reaching impacts of these types of events. We dig into the impacts of climate change on the insurability of our farms and assets. It's a scary thought but one that is forseeable in the not to distant future.

Make sure you take a look at our new website (we are very excited and proud) - aginconversation.com and whilst you're there nab a ticket to our upcoming webinar on Rural Women's Mental Health - here

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026 | We are back to normal programming, bringing you global ag conversations to your ears. This week we dig into the Amercian Farm Bill, just what is it and why can't they agree on it. Is it going to impact us in NZ?

In the news we cover the new free trade agreement with the UAE, the closing of Alliance's plant in Timaru - Smithfield and the new approach to planting natives - via drones.

Finally, get in behind the Ballance Environmental Awards! Entries are open now!

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035 | Week 4 of our Rural Women's Mental Health Series - we are joined by Kate Steadman, a registered Clinical Psychologist based in Fielding. She is the owner of Second Nature Psychology where she specialises in rural mental health, offering psychological assessment and therapy for individuals and couples.

To learn more about Kate and her life changing work, check her webiste out, or find her on Instagram or Facebook - Second Nature Psychology.

Our Rural Women's Mental Health Series shines a spotlight on an important and often overlooked topic - rural women’s mental health. We delve into the unique challenges rural women face and explore how mental wellness plays a crucial role in their everyday lives.

From the struggles of moving to the country and adjusting to life away from familiar surroundings, to balancing careers, raising children, and starting businesses in rural settings - these experiences are often accompanied by feelings of isolation, guilt, and the pressure of constantly serving others.

But alongside these challenges, we also celebrate the resilience of rural women, the strength of their communities, and the deep connections that form in these environments. Our podcast episodes this month featured stories of hope and practical strategies to help refind and maintain a strong sense of self amidst it all.

The content discussed in this podcast maybe triggering and relate to mental health challenges such as depression, anixety and suicide. Its intended for informational and educational purposes only. We are not mental health professionals, and the discussions shared here are based on personal experiences.

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, please reach out for help.

In New Zealand, you can contact Lifeline at 0800 543 354 or text 4357 for free, 24/7 support. You can also reach out to the Rural Support Trust at 0800 787 254 for confidential assistance. For those outside New Zealand, we encourage you to seek local resources or speak to a healthcare professional. Remember, you don't have to go through this alone—help is available.

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