Catchment Convos
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Catchment Convos by Thriving Southland is your go-to podcast for all things Southland Catchment Groups. Dive into thriving projects being driven from the ground up by passionate farmers, communities and industry. Each episode, we explore how these initiatives are transforming our landscapes and fostering sustainability. Join us to hear inspiring stories and practical insights from those making a difference in Southland.
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S1E19 Wetlands working on Farm | Ep 19
Wet, boggy corners of the farm are often seen as a problem — but what if they could become one of your farm’s smartest investments? In this episode, we talk about why wetlands are becoming an…
S1E18 Smarter Wintering: Practical Strategies for Healthier Stock, Soil & Teams | Ep 18
Struggling to balance animal welfare, soil health, and practical wintering on your farm? This episode breaks down what’s actually working on the ground—and how small changes can make a big…
S1E17 Inspiring Women in Rural Leadership | Ep 17
Balancing farm, family, and community commitments can be challenging, especially when taking on leadership roles. This episode explores practical ways women can lead in rural Southland while staying…
S1E16 Starting the animal pest conversation | Ep 16
Animal pests can undo years of hard work if they’re not tackled properly — and once you think you’ve done enough, you’re probably only halfway there.In this episode, host Sarah Thorne kicks off the…
S1E15 Behind the scenes of Thriving Southland | Ep 15
When you hear people talk about Thriving Southland, do you ever wonder how it all actually works behind the scenes? In this episode, I’m breaking it down with Richard Kyte and Tessa Miller so you can…
S1E14 Grassroots action in Waikawa | Ep 14
Generational change doesn’t happen overnight — but in Waikawa, farmers and locals have been steadily putting in the hard yards for over a decade to restore their river and land.In this episode,…
S1E13 Mid Oreti Mini Forest Movement | Ep 13
Small ideas can spark powerful change. What started as a simple “what if” conversation has turned into a community-led project that’s growing thousands of native plants and reshaping the Mid Oreti…
S1E12 Opportunities in Agritourism | Ep 12
Ever wondered how your farm could earn more while sharing the Southland story? This episode unpacks how agritourism is already transforming farms into thriving, experience-rich destinations—and why…
S1E11 Future or Fantasy? Agri-ChatBots | Ep 11
Is AI the future of farming — or just another tech fantasy? In this episode, we’re breaking down what’s actually possible with agri chatbots and how they could make your life easier on the land.I’m…
S1E10 Makarewa Headwaters Revival Project - Feral animal management in our Catchment | Ep 10
Feral pests are eating more than just crops—they're eating away at the hard work, livelihoods, and native ecosystems across Southland. In this episode, we get real about the damage caused by…
S1E9 Aquavan | Ep 9
Ever wondered how what happens on the land affects the ocean? The Aquavan is bringing that connection to life! In this episode, we chat with Dr. Sally Carson, director of the New Zealand Marine…
S1E8 Orauea River Catchment Group - Hill country erosion | Ep 8
The Orauea River Catchment Group has been tackling a unique challenge—how their region’s natural mudstone landscape is impacting water quality. In this episode, I sit down with Jacqui Chamberlain, a…
S1E7 Neal Wallace - Trends, Trade and Farming's Future | Ep 7
New Zealand farmers are doing the hard yards—but how do we prove it to the world?Our global customers love our dairy and meat, but they want more than just great quality—they want proof of…
S1E6 Mid Oreti Marshalling the Best | Ep 6
Discover how the Mid Oreti Catchment Group is transforming farm planning with cutting-edge mapping tools and practical resources. In this episode, host Rachael Halder is joined by Ainsley Adams,…
S1E5 Kate Scott – Reflecting on Thriving Southland’s Journey | Ep 5
How do you take a grassroots idea and turn it into a force for positive change across a region? In this episode, I sit down with Kate Scott, our retiring Deputy Chair and one of the original…
S1E4 Understanding Precision Fermentation – Southland Food and Fibre Project | Ep 4
Precision fermentation is a potential game-changer for alternative proteins, but what does that mean for Southland’s farmers? Join me as I chat with Anna Crosbie, an expert in sector development and…
S1E3 AgriTech Uncovered - Highlights from Southland’s Groundbreaking Innovation Day | Ep 3
Get ready to listen into the latest in farming tech with this episode of Catchment Convos! Fresh off the first-ever Southern AgriTech and Innovation Day, we’re bringing you all the highlights—from…
S1E2 Challenges and Opportunities in Farming Regulations | Ep 2
We’re excited to release this next episode of “Catchment Convos” and you definitely don’t want to miss it!This episode is loaded with real talk about the challenges and opportunities in farming…
S1E1 The Edendale Aquifer Project – A Community Making Real Change | Ep 1
Hey Southland farmers! We’re excited to drop this very first episode of Thriving Southland’s new podcast, “Catchment Convos”, your go-to podcast for inspiring stories of grassroots efforts by local…
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Catchment groups, projects, events, research, science, field days, and more, Catchment Convos. I'm Rachael Halder, your host and Senior Catchment Coordinator with Thriving Southland. With so much to…
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Catchment Convos has published 20 episodes since August 2024, covering topics in Business, Nature.
Catchment Convos is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 21m.
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