Today The Country looks into yesterday's announcement that the Government is cutting funding for irrigation projects.
On with the show:
Sir David Fagan:
Jamie catches up with all the New Zealand Shearing Champs action with a legend of the sport and one of Te Kuiti's favourite sons.
Andrew Curtis:
The CEO of Irrigation New Zealand comments on yesterday's announcement that the Government will cut funding to three irrigation projects.
Peter Nation:
The CEO of Fieldays gives us a preview of the 50th Anniversary of the big event at Mystery Creek in June.
Dr Tim Mackle:
DairyNZ's Chief Executive talks to Rowena about the Nait review and changes to the employment and animal welfare acts.
Don Carson:
Today our rural commentator looks into irrigation, transport and the cost of making New Zealand's rivers swimmable.
Grant Nisbett:
It's the $100 TAB Sports Bet of the Week! Will Lashes' predictions finally come through?
Listen below:
'I can't stress enough that once your dog has signs, you're too late.'