One of our most interesting podcasts yet! Cameron Bagrie, former Chief Economist at ANZ and now Managing Director of Bagrie Economics, joins Matt and Wade in this episode to discuss some of the most important strategic factors that New Zealand agriculture will face in the short- to medium-term. Cameron unpacks the global and local forces reshaping New Zealand's economy, from geopolitics and trade through to energy security, productivity, and inflation. 

The conversation explores why the rules that have guided growth in recent decades are changing and what that means for farmers, agribusinesses, and rural communities. The team discuss why Cameron believes the rural sector is leading New Zealand's economic recovery and what needs to happen to maintain that momentum. They explore the importance of reducing energy costs, continuing to invest in infrastructure, and ultimately increasing productivity, while also creating an environment that encourages the next generation to take and manage risk.