Welcome to another episode of Sarah’s Country. Sarah is joined again by some great guests to talk about the matters that matter most.

Extending migrant workers’ visas, a reduction of the stand-down period for low-skilled workers, $1.6 billion in free-apprenticeships and a roadmap with 10,000 jobs in the sector in a decade. We find out if Matt Jones’ agricultural staffing business is feeling more positive about the skill shortage.

How do we be both consumer-led and science-based embracing the demand for regenerative agriculture with what we are already doing that is streets ahead of other countries? Silver Fern Farms co-chairman Rob Hewett joins Sarah in the studio for his opinion on the movement and how we could licence farms under the Te Taiao vision.

Increased competition from synthetic fibres has reduced demand for strong wool and led to a long-term contraction of the wool sector. We unpack the vision and action plan from the Wool Working Group with New Zealand Merino chief executive John Brackenridge.

Sarah's Country - The matters that matter most with open hearts and open minds LIVE Mon-Thurs 7pm - www.sarahperriam.com

Sarah Perriam, the host of Sarah's Country, is broadcasting live from the Lincoln University campus with her guest co-host, her Irish producer, Joel Rock.

Guests on this week’s show:

1. “Seasonal workers decision welcome” with Matt Jones, Owner, Agri Training

2. “Plan to revitalise wool sector” with John Brackenridge, Chief Executive, NZ Merino

3. “Don't be cynical, regen can sell” with Rob Hewett, Co-Chair, Silver Fern Farms

To watch to the full-length interviews and to contact the show visit www.sarahperriam.com