Epi 77 | Coaching the next big thing in Ag?

Myfi and Emily discuss their recent experiences, including a community event and the weather's impact on farming. They delve into significant developments in agri-tech, highlighting a New Zealand startup achieving unicorn status. The discussion also covers the acquisition of Nexon Group by PGG Wrightson and the importance of local solutions for farmers. They explore the role of social media in dispelling dairy myths through expert voices and emphasize the shift from traditional expert advice to a coaching approach in agriculture, fostering empowerment and long-term thinking among farmers.

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076 | Bayer exits NZ on the R&D front, globally the weather is all over the show, having huge impacts on food security, NZ dairy farmers finish a record season with a record month.

Rabobank recently published their white paper for 2025, Changing of the Guard (available here) all about farm succession. It really presents the scale of the issue we, as an industry, will be facing in the coming years.

Unlocking the Power of Soil: International Soil Educator Leads 3-Day Waikato Workshop 19–21 August 2025

Internationally renowned soil systems educator, Nicole Masters, is returning to New Zealand this August for a 3 day soil health masterclass

https://integritysoils.com/products/regenerative-2025-new-zealand

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EP 75 | Think like a Forest

In this conversation, Myfi and Emily discuss various topics ranging from the unexpected snowfall in their region to insights gained from the Primary Industry Conference. They delve into the future of food security, the complexities of free trade agreements, and the importance of environmental standards. The discussion also covers the emerging trends in green hydrogen production and the intersection of agriculture and technology. Additionally, they address the challenges posed by pests in agriculture and the need for collaborative solutions to manage these issues sustainably.

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074 | Its a mixed bag this week, we discuss everything from the price of butter to US bombing in Iran. Dig in for an update on global current events and a taster of the KPMG agribusiness agenda.

We also discuss the RWNZ grants, which are closing on July 1. Have a look here - https://www.ruralwomennz.nz/our-funds-and-grants

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Myfi Returns from moving farms and the ladies catch up on all thats been happening since.

News items this week focus on the Wool carpets in social housing, Apples on a Canterbury Dairy farm and protecting rare breeds of cattle in the UK with a short dive into a past Farmers weekly readers poll on Export opportunities.

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072 | This week Emily sits down with Sandra Matthews, Rural Women New Zealand President to talk about their upcoming Centenary year, we cover the past, present and future of the organisation.

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071 | A fascinating conversation with Conan Moynihan from Force of Nature Consulting about his recent travels to the USA and completion of CREATE - a course by Integrity soils - https://integritysoils.com/

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070 | A bumper episode this week covering the 2025 Budget and what that means for ag in NZ and we have an epic interview with Amy Priest from Growing Future Farmers.

If you know anyone who is looking to start their career in the sheep, beef or deer industry please share this episode or their website with them https://www.growingfuturefarmers.co.nz/ or likewise, if you have the ability to be a training farm please reach out to the team.

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