In this episode: Mainland sale boosts rural property prospects, Pāmu’s performance unpacked, and a preview of the high country field day.

News Wrap | Mainland deal has real estate sector primed
1:42 – In this episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast, senior reporter Neal Wallace joins the show to talk about the Mainland sale, and the impact the cash injection will have on rural communities. Real estate agents are expecting an increase in volume as cashed-up farmers look to secure succession plans, expand operations, or exit the industry.
 
Feature | What’s powering Pāmu’s performance?
6:56 – Pāmu chief executive Mark Leslie tells Bryan that the state farmer’s strong half-year result is down to a mix of high commodity prices and the organisation’s strategy of increasing efficiency, productivity and excellence. 

Feds Focus | High country on show in March
21:20 – Federated Farmers is hosting a high country field day on March 27, and Mark Simpson says they’re expecting more than 250 farmers and key politicians to attend. He says it will be an opportunity for decision makers to see some of the challenges high country farmers face, while also getting a lesson on the changing face of farming in the hills.

The Final Word | Eating our way to better health
26:55 – The recent Underground Festival hosted a political panel where MPs from across the spectrum were united in their support for healthy, unprocessed food. Can they work together to ensure that the food we produce so well not only nourishes global consumers, but the people of Aotearoa as well?