Federated Farmers Podcast
The Federated Farmers Podcast is your weekly guide to the issues affecting rural New Zealand. Join us as we unpack the policies, challenges and big ideas shaping life on farm. With frank conversations from farmers, advocates and experts, we break down what matters and why, so you can stay informed, prepared and heard. Hosted by Ben Chapman-Smith.
Podcasting since 2024 • 78 episodes
Federated Farmers Podcast
Latest Episodes
Glenaray Station and the future of high-country farming | EP 78
Stretching across nearly 68,000 hectares in northern Southland, Glenaray is a sheep, beef and deer station that’s quietly challenging assumptions about high-country farming.In this episode, we’re joined by station manager Simon Lee and o...
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Why farm succession fails — even on profitable farms | EP 77
In this episode, Waikato lawyer Andrew Clements explains why farm succession can fail even when the balance sheet looks rock solid. He breaks down the five types of capital that really determine long-term success, and why focusing on just one c...
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Arable sector in crisis — and why it matters to all farmers | EP 76
New Zealand's arable farmers are facing some of their toughest conditions in years, with margins collapsing and growers exiting the industry.It's a "crisis" that will have flow-on effects for dairy, sheep and beef farmers, says David Bir...
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Meet the farmer: Carla de Wet | EP 75
In this episode, we’re joined by Waikato dairy farmer Carla de Wet, who shares an honest look at building a career in farming as a young woman today.Originally from South Africa, Carla talks about her journey to New Zealand just before C...
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What’s next for Federated Farmers — with Mike Siermans | EP 74
In this episode, we sit down with Mike Siermans, the new CEO of Federated Farmers, to talk about what’s next for the organisation and for farmers.Mike shares his journey from growing up around farming in rural South Auckland to a commerc...
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