In this episode:

News Wrap | Meeting Japan’s changing market
1:26 – Senior reporter Richard Rennie discusses the gene technology legislation currently passing through parliament, and previews his upcoming trip to Japan, where he’ll report on the new trends emerging in one of our biggest export partners.

Market Insights | Understanding the impact of US tariffs on exports
10:21 – AgriHQ senior Mel Croad discusses the recent increase in tariffs on New Zealand's beef exports to the United States, the implications for the market, and the competitive landscape involving Australia and Brazil. NZ is now paying 15% to sell into the US market, but Mel says there doesn’t seem to be any rash moves being considered as exporters take a wait and see approach.

Feds Focus | Navigating New Zealand's ag visa system
16:52 – Federated Farmers dairy chair Karl Dean says farmers will be breathing a sigh of relief after two new visa categories were introduced, making it much easier for farmers and growers to access the skilled people they need at the right time of the year.
He discusses the introduction of two new seasonal work visas in New Zealand aimed at providing farmers with more certainty in securing skilled labour and the workforce challenges the sector faces.

The Final Word
23:21 – Dawn Meats of Ireland has been selected as the preferred partner for Alliance Group, and while the injection of capital will steady the ship, will NZ farmers still control the tiller?