The Country is the voice of rural New Zealand, broadcasting nationwide Monday to Friday from 12-1pm on three of NZME’s major radio networks – Newstalk ZB, GOLD SPORT, Hokonui – as well as an online stream via iHeartRadio and on-demand via thecountry.co.nz​

Hosted by the legendary Jamie Mackay, New Zealand's leading rural broadcaster and commentator, Jamie brings you the best in farming, agribusiness, news, politics, sport, lifestyle and social commentary.  ​

Check out our special “online-only” podcasts hosted by Jamie Mackay and Rowena Duncum.

The Country special edition podcast: Transforming the Food and Fibre sector

Rowena Duncum talks to BOMA CEO Kaila Colbin for a special edition podcast to discuss how E Tipu's IFAMA World Conference 2023 will transform the food and fibre sector. 

The Country Podcast Special Edition: Conrad Wilkshire talks to Rowena Duncum

It's an interesting time to be on either side of the rural property market. With the next OCR announcement due out on Wednesday, GM Rural at Property Brokers, Conrad Wilkshire caught up with The Country's Rowena Duncum to look at the latest trends currently influencing the sector.

Farmstrong's Live Well, Farm Well: Hamish Murray

The Country's Rowena Duncum talks to Clarence River Valley farmer Hamish Murray about how he overcame burnout following a period of prolonged drought, and what tools he now uses to avoid that trap again.

Farmstrong's Live Well, Farm Well: Jack Cocks

The Country's Rowena Duncum talks to Mt Nicholas Station farmer Jack Cocks about his courageous recovery following a near-fatal brain aneurysm and subsequent surgeries and setbacks. 

Farmstrong's Live Well, Farm Well: Kane Brisco

The Country's Rowena Duncum talks to Taranaki farmer Kane Brisco - founder of FarmFit and author of 'Tools for the Top Paddock' on how to make farming easier for the mind and the body. 

Farmstrong's Live Well, Farm Well: Paul Walker

The Country's Rowena Duncum talks to Bay of Plenty farmer Paul Walker who's once again calling on everything he's learned about wellbeing to cope with the challenges currently being thrown at farmers. 

Farmstrong's Live Well, Farm Well: Amber Carpenter

The Country's Rowena Duncum talks to Paparimu farmer Amber Carpenter about her transition from the fashion industry to running multiple farming operations while juggling a young family and a global pandemic.

Farmstrong's Live Well, Farm Well: Marc Gascoigne

The Country's Rowena Duncum talks to Waikato farmer Marc Gascoigne about the stress and anxiety he hid for eight years, before finding the courage to speak up.

The Country Podcast Special Edition: Ruralco Chair Jessie Chan talks to Rowena Duncum

Farmers have New Zealand's back by providing jobs, feeding the nation, adding to the export value of the economy and farming sustainably for generations. With many Kiwis wanting to show support for the nation's farmers, Ruralco has developed the “Farmers. We’ve Got Your Back” campaign. In this podcast, Ruralco chair Jessie Chan explains the ins and outs to The Country's Rowena Duncum