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Ag in Conversation

Ag in Conversation

Written by: Emily Walker and Myfanwy Alexander
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Emily and Myfanwy, two friends and agri-optimists from Otago, NZ, sit down weekly to digest the hottest topics in the world of ag. Aiming to bring a deeper level of discussion and understanding to the issues and opportunities faced by agriculture and rural communities both in NZ and around the globe.

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Emily Walker and Myfanwy Alexander
Art Cooking Economics Food & Wine Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Shepherdess Muster with Kristy
    Jan 23 2026

    EP | 104 Shepherdess Muster with Kristy


    In this episode, Myfanwy speaks with Kristy about the Shepherdess Muster, an initiative aimed at connecting rural women in New Zealand and Australia. Kristy shares her journey from Australia to New Zealand, the challenges of dairy farming, and the importance of building a supportive community for women in agriculture. The conversation highlights the impact of the Shepherdess Muster event, which fosters connections, provides resources, and creates a space for women to share their experiences and challenges. Kristy also discusses the accessibility of the event through scholarships, ensuring that all women can participate and benefit from the experience.


    Get your tickets here: https://shepherdess.co.nz/event/the-shepherdess-muster-2026/


    Big thanks to our partners Cinta Insights and Ag Assist for supporting our podcast.


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    HOSTS | @‌emilywalker @‌myfanwyalexander


    Intro/outro copyright info

    Track: "Sunrise Instr"

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    41 mins
  • 2026...We are back!!
    Jan 15 2026

    EP | 103 2026...We are back!!!


    In this conversation, Myfi and Emily reflect on their holiday experiences and discuss various current events, including global issues like bushfires in Australia, political turmoil in Venezuela, and the implications of beef production trends. They delve into the complexities of New Zealand's freshwater policy and the political landscape as the country approaches an election year, emphasising the need for bipartisan agreement on critical issues affecting agriculture and the environment.


    Big thanks to our partners Cinta Insights and Ag Assist for supporting our podcast.


    Sign up to our newsletter HERE


    HOSTS | @‌emilywalker @‌myfanwyalexander


    Intro/outro copyright info

    Track: "Sunrise Instr"

    Music provided by Slipstream - Tell Your Story with Music | 650,000+ Songs & Sound Effects

    Free Download / Stream: Sunrise Instr by The Rhinestone Cowgirls | Slipstream

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    38 mins
  • Sit down with Repost
    Jan 8 2026

    102 | Summer Series: Emily sat down and had a conversation with Greg and Dansy, founders of Repost - a true kiwi ingenuity story of a company that quite literally no. 8 wired together a solution to one of the wine industry's waste streams - fence posts.


    The best place to learn more - https://www.repost.co.nz/



    Big thanks to our partners Cinta Insights and Ag Assist for supporting our podcast.


    Sign up to our newsletter HERE


    HOSTS | @‌emilywalker @‌myfanwyalexander





    Intro/outro copyright info

    Track: "Sunrise Instr"

    Music provided by Slipstream - Tell Your Story with Music | 650,000+ Songs & Sound Effects

    Free Download / Stream: Sunrise Instr by The Rhinestone Cowgirls | Slipstream

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    32 mins
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