
Federated Farmers Podcast
A podcast for Kiwi farmers to stay up to date with the latest news and views shaping the future of farming in New Zealand. Tune in every fortnight as we take a deep dive into the big issues. Hosted by Ben Chapman-Smith.
Podcasting since 2024 • 52 episodes
Federated Farmers Podcast
Latest Episodes
How farmers can unlock better banking deals | EP 52
Scott Wishart from agricultural loan broker NZAB joins us to discuss how farmers can take more control of their banking outcomes. Scott shares practical advice on how to become “bank-ready,” what information to gather beyond budgets...
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29:33

Can rural media survive? | EP 51
Farmers rely on rural media to stay informed – but shrinking print runs, social media, and changing news habits are putting pressure on traditional outlets. In this episode, we sit down with Dean Williamson, CEO of AgriHQ and publi...
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38:33

Will farmers finally get a fair deal on banking? | EP 50
Farmers have long been saying they’re getting a raw deal from the banks – higher interest rates, tougher lending rules, fewer options, and growing pressure around environmental reporting. That’s why Federated Farmers pushed so hard for a rural ...
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Carbon forestry crisis – the view from Southland | EP 49
Carbon forestry is spreading fast, and the impacts are becoming impossible to ignore for farmers in regions like Southland. In this episode, we’re joined by Dean Rabbidge, Southland Federated Farmers meat & wool chair, to talk about what he...
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30:26

Mental health on the land – what’s the plan? | EP 48
In this episode, we dig into the mental health challenges facing farmers and rural communities, and ask: is the support on offer actually working?Matt Doocey, New Zealand’s first dedicated Minister for Mental Health, joins us to discuss ...
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