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The Country Full Show: September 18, 2023
David Seymour, Wayne and Tyler Langford, Bryce McKenzie, Phil Duncan, Stu Loe, Stu Duncan.
Farmers phasing out potent pesticides
EPA says prothiofos, terbufos, fenamiphos and methamidophos affect health and environment.
Flights cancelled by high winds, temperatures could hit 30C
Some predictions have the mercury rising as El Nino weather moves in.
Focusing on family, friends, connections
“Farming - it’s us. It’s all around us. It’s our family, it’s our friends.”
Shellfish biotoxin alert issued for Waikato west coast
People are advised not to eat shellfish from an area of Waikato's west coast.
a2 Milk cancels exclusive deal with Synlait
Milk company says supplier has fallen below delivery standards.
First grain ships arrive at Ukraine port despite Russia threats
Two cargo ships arrived in one of Ukraine’s ports using a temporary Black Sea corridor.
Thousands without power after 240km/h winds recorded, flights delayed, roofs ripped off, trees down
More than 10,000 people lost power overnight, Wellington Electricity said.
'Excessively low': Questions raised over Waka Kotahi pothole damage payouts
Motorist who fought for a payout believes that agency makes it as “difficult as possible”.
Global cattle price split likely to sway beef exports: Rabobank
Global cattle price split between North America and Europe, and the rest of the world.
New CEO for Animal and Plant Health NZ
Dr Liz Shackleton's new role will be effective from the end of October.
Rabobank Best of The Country: September 16, 2023
Michael Every, Christopher Luxon, Chris Hipkins, Winston Peters, Gary Knight, Dr Rowarth.
Raw meat, medical waste, dead animals: Why some are losing recycling privileges
Repeat offenders now face a three-month suspension.
Opinion: Cyclone funding - will it get to those who need it?
Opinion: Sally Dryland says farmers have been reluctant to ask for financial help.
Warning over ‘controlled’ fires after 13 blazes in 30 days across HB
High winds will raise the fire risk across the country this weekend.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Insurance claims surpass $1 billion in Hawke’s Bay
About 84 per cent of contents claims have been paid.
Forging a career path in health for rangitahi in rural areas
Hauora Taiwhenua's Rural Health Careers Promotion Programme is inspiring youth.
How Kiwi ingenuity is reviving a $400/kg seafood delicacy
Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Japan being targeted as new markets.
'Bloodbath': The community likely to take a big swing against Labour
Plus, why has Nicola Willis said she'll resign over a policy?
Big game comes to Whangamatā
Unbeaten sides in the Bunnings Heartland Championship are set to lock horns in Whangamatā.
Former All Black Roy Roper dies weeks after his 100th birthday
Family say they will always "value" former All Black who made it to 100 as a great father
Comment: Politicians need to have farmers’ backs - and knees and hips
OPINION: Farming is tough on the body, so how about giving us a break?
The Country Full Show: September 15, 2023
Rowena Duncum, Kate Acland, Kevin "Smiley" Barrett, Chris Brandolino, Barry Soper.
Yearling steers the stars of the show at Stortford Lodge
There were almost 700 yearling steers offered of about 1650 cattle and they sold well.
Sealord says new deal will make it biggest seafood company
Fish n' chip shop became a major company. Now Sealord wants it.
Home by Christmas: The one wish of widow whose home was decimated in cyclone
Sylvia Bell one of an estimated 130 Wairoa residents unable to return home after cyclone.
Is stopbank planting problematic?
OPINION: Based on the evidence of the cyclone, the council's plantings must be questioned.
National to free up rules around rural water storage, growing crops
Farmers will no longer need resource consent to build water storage if National in power.
Mānuka oil start-up wins trademark dispute against Kardashian-endorsed company
The 'little guy' has taken on the established, celebrity-backed business. And won.
Kiwis ‘chip in’ to help autistic boy who claimed golf title after only playing three rounds - ever
He accomplished the staggering feat using borrowed clubs and wearing basketball shoes
Beer fears as Speight’s supply runs low
Lion NZ has apologised to customers and added staff to address the issue.
Seed crop expansion funding for CHB
Seed crops thrive on sunshine, requiring minimal water and producing few emissions.
Rugby: Whanganui women cruise into inaugural North Island Heartland series final
'Nothing but smiles all around for the whole weekend.'