Today on The Country radio show, host Rowena Duncum catches up with Nadia Lim and Carlos Bagrie, who were both made officers of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the New Year Honours list.

On with the show:

Carlos Bagrie and Nadia Lim:

New Zealand’s power celebrity farming couple were both recognised as Officers of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the New Year’s Honours list — Carlos for services to the food and rural industries, and Nadia for services to the food industry.

We find out what’s going on at Royalburn Station, how their McKibbons of Royalburn endeavour is going and how Carlos’ Nuffield Scholarship is progressing.

Dan Steele:

The Blue Duck Station owner pays tribute to his father Richard — who was awarded a King’s Service Medal in the New Year’s Honours list for services to the rural community.

He also updates the season at Blue Duck Station and The Chef’s Table, how their conservation efforts are going and what’s in store for 2025.

Mike Inglis:

Biosecurity New Zealand’s Commissioner North updates the discovery of a male fruit fly in suburban Auckland 10 days ago, and what’s being done in terms of ongoing surveillance.

Sir David Fagan:

The shearing legend and Te Kuiti farmer updates conditions in the King Country, plus the competitive shearing season – with two big national titles on the line this weekend.

Listen below: