Midday Report for Friday 3 March 2017

12:34 PM.News from the rural and farming sectors. Audio

12:26 PM.Offspinner Jeetan Patel has been recalled to the New Zealand test squad for the three test series against South Africa starting in Dunedin next week. Audio

12:25 PM.The fast food operator, Restaurant Brands, says it's deal to buy the Honolulu-based Pacific Restaurants, has been approved by the parent company of Taco Bell and Pizza Hut. Audio

12:23 PM.Job ads have risen but there are signs the growth may have found its peak. Audio

12:23 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Don Lewthwaite at FNZC. Audio

12:22 PM.The small property investment firm, NPT, says it's taking longer-than-expected to tie up an ownership and property deal with Kiwi Property Group. Audio

12:20 PM.T&G Global -- formerly Turners and Growers -- plans to strengthen its marketing and distribution business in the United States, through a joint venture with another international supplier. Audio

12:19 PM.A2 Milk has bought an 8 percent stake in Synlait Milk, the dairy company which makes its specialty infant formula. Audio

12:17 PM.As you may heard in the news the government's unveiled a set of proposals to stop multinationals from dodging taxes. Audio

12:00 PM.The head of Corrections is under fire for defending staff over tying down prisoner. The Government unveils a suite of tax proposals aimed at global giants. Audio