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<p>Bringing' you the best of rural New Zealand for nearly 50 years via your mailboxes, now it’s time for our seasonal stories from the magazine to weekly updates straight to your ears.</p> <p>Proud to celebrate the grit and the smarts it takes to farm as well as good ol' fashioned country culture with The Country-Wide Podcast.</p> <p>Hosts: Sarah Perriam-Lampp - CEO & Editor-in-Chief at CountryWide Media</p> <p>For more information & to subscribe to Country-Wide, visit www.country-wide.co.nz</p>
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April 29, 2025
<p>In this episode, host Jo Scott speaks with Jono Reed, stud master and owner of <a href="https://www.grampiansangus.co.nz/">Grampians Angus</a>, to discuss the history and breeding philosophy behind their Angus operations. Grampians Angus is known for its focus on functional, fertile cattle bred to perform under tough environmental conditions and shifting market demands.</p> <p>Jono shares how Grampians Angus combines traditional stockmanship with modern genetic tools to guide their selection decisions. He highlights the importance of matching animals to the environment, and how observation and natural selection still play a critical role alongside data. </p> <p>Guest:</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">Jono Reed, Owner, Grampians Angus</li> </ul> <p>Host:</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">Jo Scott, Genetic Specialist, Targeted Breeding</li> </ul> <p>The Grampians herd has been shaped through decades of practical breeding experience, with careful attention to temperament, structure, and adaptability. Jono reflects on how the next generation of bull buyers are increasingly informed, valuing both performance data and phenotype when selecting sires. He also discusses the influence of international breeding systems, and the growing need to produce cattle that are efficient, low-input, and aligned with future industry regulations.</p> <p>With a long-term view of breeding progress, Jono’s focus remains on producing balanced, functional bulls that suit both commercial and stud breeders. He outlines the key challenges facing the beef industry—including succession, regulation, and maintaining breeder relationships—and why the future lies in cattle that deliver both profitability and resilience.</p> <p>Jono also emphasises the importance of selecting for optimum traits rather than simply chasing extremes in growth or performance. He explains how prioritising fertility, structural soundness, and maternal efficiency leads to more sustainable outcomes for commercial herds. By maintaining a disciplined approach to culling and sire selection, Grampians Angus aims to deliver genetics that support long-term herd improvement and meet the practical needs of progressive beef producers.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Grampians Angus Bull Sale:</strong></p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">Friday 13th June 2025</li> <li aria-level="1">420 Cascade Rd, North Canterbury</li> </ul> <p>For more information about their Bull Sale, visit their website here: <a href="https://www.grampiansangus.co.nz/">https://www.grampiansangus.co.nz/</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Subscribe to Country-Wide magazine for $79/year for four seasonal magazines including free postage annually:<a href="https://country-wide.co.nz/shop/"> https://country-wide.co.nz/shop/</a> </p> <p><a href="https://country-wide.co.nz/sign-up/">SUBSCRIBE TO THE COUNTRY-WIDE WEEKLY EMAIL</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
April 23, 2025
<p>In this episode, as part of the Country-Wide Beef Country series, host Jo Scott speaks to Tim Brittain from <a href="https://www.storthoaks.com/">Storth Oaks Angus</a> ahead of their annual bull sale. Storth Oaks has grown into a progressive Angus stud breeder with a strong focus on performance-driven cattle and forward-thinking genetic decisions.</p> <p>Tim shares how Storth Oaks integrates tools such as whole herd DNA testing and the latest estimated breeding values (EBVs), including mature cow traits, to deliver bulls that balance maternal functionality with carcase merit. </p> <p>Guest:</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">Tim Brittain, Storth Oaks</li> </ul> <p>Host:</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">Jo Scott, Genetic Specialist, Targeted Breeding</li> </ul> <p>The Storth Oaks herd has been developed through consistent performance recording, whole herd DNA testing, and the use of standout sires such as Storth Oaks S47 and Dunoon Recharge. Storth Oaks is focused on breeding cattle fit for both hill country and the evolving beef and dairy sectors. Tim explains how their breeding objectives are guided by the AngusPro and AngusPure indexes to ensure the bulls they sell add direct value to farmers bottom lines.</p> <p>With a strong background in both practical farming and data-driven breeding, Tim’s breeding philosophy is that performance and functionality are key drivers for commercial success. He discusses the importance of combining maternal efficiency with carcase quality, and how traits such as fertility, mature cow size, and intramuscular fat (IMF) are selected to meet the demands of both commercial beef and dairy finishers.</p> <p>He also shares how Storth Oaks places a strong focus on quiet temperament, structure, and ability on harder terrain, ensuring the bulls are as resilient as they are productive. Tim outlines the careful balance of using artificial insemination (AI), natural sires, and rigorous culling to maintain herd quality and long-term genetic gain.</p> <p>Their 2025 bull sale line-up includes the progeny of Storth Oaks S47 and Dunoon Recharge, in alignment with the AngusPro and AngusPure indexes/</p> <p>Find out more about Storth Oaks upcoming annual bull sale here: <a href="https://www.storthoaks.com/bull-sale/">https://www.storthoaks.com/bull-sale/</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Subscribe to Country-Wide magazine for $79/year for four seasonal magazines including free postage annually:<a href="https://country-wide.co.nz/shop/"> https://country-wide.co.nz/shop/</a> </p> <p><a href="https://country-wide.co.nz/sign-up/">SUBSCRIBE TO THE COUNTRY-WIDE WEEKLY EMAIL</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
April 17, 2025
<p>In this episode of the Country-Wide Autumn Special Report: Pathways to Farm Ownership, Sarah Perriam-Lampp speaks with Sarah Barr from Rural Coach and Brent Irving from PGG Wrightson. Sarah Barr discusses how aligning values, building trust, and planning for the unexpected can create strong, long-lasting farming partnerships. </p> <p>Brent, drawing on his rural banking and real estate background, shares insights on how equity partnerships and lease-to-buy models are helping young farmers onto the ownership ladder. He emphasises the importance of collaboration, long-term thinking, and management skills over upfront capital, encouraging aspiring farm owners to seek help early.</p> <p> </p> <p>Guests:</p> <ol> <li aria-level="1">Sarah Barr, Partner, Rural Coach</li> <li aria-level="1">Brent Irving, Rural & Lifestyle Sales Consultant, PGG Wrightson</li> </ol> <p>Host:</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">Sarah Perriam-Lampp, CEO and Editor-in-Chief, Country-Wide</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>With years of experience supporting rural families, Sarah Barr is a partner at Rural Coach, where she helps navigate the complexities of farming partnerships and succession planning. She highlights the importance of understanding what matters most to people — their values, motivations, and goals — in building strong, lasting relationships in farming.</p> <p>Sarah explains how Rural Coach helps clients clarify personal and business values, often revealing insights that align parties before formalising arrangements. She emphasises early communication, trust-building, and addressing the "three Ds" — death, divorce, and disablement — as well as planning exit strategies from the start.</p> <p>She also discusses the significance of reputation and visibility in a small country like New Zealand, stressing the need for proactive, honest, and consistent approaches to building partnerships or attracting investors. Lastly, Sarah touches on how equity partnerships can energise multi-generational farms and the vital role of advisory boards in supporting fair decision-making.</p> <p> </p> <p>With a background in rural banking and now a real estate agent for PGG Wrightson in the South Island, Brent Irving brings extensive expertise in equity partnerships and farm ownership transitions. His early exposure to equity partnerships within his family ignited a passion for helping young farmers achieve ownership.</p> <p>Brent explains that many older landowners are open to partnerships that reduce their workload while supporting the next generation. He believes success relies on a long-term, collaborative approach, often taking years to find the right people.</p> <p>He stresses the importance of starting each deal with a fresh perspective, highlighting that there’s more capital available than many realise—from retiring farmers, private investors, and overseas buyers. Management skill, innovation, and the ability to manage compliance often outweigh the need for upfront capital. Brent also notes a rise in lease-to-buy arrangements and encourages young farmers to be proactive, ask questions, and put themselves forward. With the right support, ownership is achievable.</p> <p> </p> <p>To read the full article on the Country-Wide website, visit: </p> <p><a href="https://country-wide.co.nz/a-foot-in-the-door-ask-the-experts/">https://country-wide.co.nz/a-foot-in-the-door-ask-the-experts/</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Subscribe to Country-Wide magazine for $79/year for four seasonal magazines including free postage annually:<a href="https://country-wide.co.nz/shop/"> https://country-wide.co.nz/shop/</a> </p> <p><a href="https://country-wide.co.nz/sign-up/">SUBSCRIBE TO THE COUNTRY-WIDE WEEKLY EMAIL</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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