Midday Report for Monday 27 March 2017

12:35 PM.News from the rural and farming sectors. Audio

12:26 PM.Warriors coach Stephen Kearney says Kieran Foran's late withdrawal threw them but he concedes it was no excuse for their error-ridden performance, and Phoenix international players may have a fight on… Read more Audio

12:25 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Brad Gordon at Hobson Wealth Partners. Audio

12:22 PM.A global equities manager says the sharemarket will still offer good returns in a stronger inflation environment, but investors will need to take care with what they pick and choose. Audio

12:21 PM.A dairy trading platform is not deterred by being the new kid on the block and is aiming to sign on major customers in Asia. Audio

12:19 PM.A softening New Zealand dollar is prompting importers to take more steps to protect themselves. Audio

12:17 PM.The software company GeoOp is testing the waters for a possible share float on the Australian stockmarket in the second half of the year. Audio

12:00 PM.Bill English meets China's Premier Li Keqiang, the Chief of Defence Force gets ready to answer media questions on "Hit and Run". Audio