Midday Report for Monday 6 August 2018

12:35 PM.New Zealand's largest farmer says it is cutting down on the number of cows it stocks on each of six Canterbury farms it runs. Audio

12:26 PM.The All Blacks have named their squad for the upcoming Rugby Championship, with captain Kieran Read and lock Brodie Retallick making their long awaited returns, while some recent players have been… Read more Audio

12:25 PM.Financial Markets Authority asks court for clarification on on disclosure rules. Moa Brewing says took too long to release new brews. Audio

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

12:21 PM.Tap and shower ware maker Methven has reached an agreement with a Chinese company to use its products in building projects there. Audio

12:20 PM.Falling business and consumer confidence may dent company profit outlooks, as the earnings season gets underway. Audio

12:17 PM.A high-priced offer from Denmark has convinced rural services firm PGG Wrightson to sell its seeds business. Audio

12:00 PM.At least eighty-two people killed after another earthquake hits the Indonesian island of Lombok. A humpback whale calf stranded in Northland has died but rescuers still hope to save its mother. Audio