R CALF Backs Emergency CRP Haying And Grazing Legislation

Senators John Thune of South Dakota and Tina Smith of Minnesota have introduced legislation to allow emergency haying and grazing…

Primary Surprise

One of the biggest upsets in last weeks legislative primary races was the win by Erin Tobin of Winner in the District 21 republican Senate race.

Farmers Union Calling For More Regulations Following Price Fixing Indictments

Four current and former executives at Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation and Claxton Poultry farms, both which produce chicken have been indicted…

Farm Bureau President Says Pandemic Relief Programs Needed For Agriculture

The Federal government has been working hard to get pandemic relief funding out to the nation’s farmers and ranchers. The…

Dietary Advisory Committee Urged To Follow Sound Science

The integrity of the Department of Agriculture’s Dietary Guideline Advisory Committee is being questioned by a Nutrition Group. That group…

Pandemic Moving More Toward Virtual Medical Visits

The coronavirus pandemic has forced many changes in society and that includes medical providers.

Communities Cancel Fireworks, Big State Show Continues

While many Fourth of July fireworks celebrations are being postponed or cancelled this summer, the State of South Dakota is going ahead with a big show planned for Mt Rushmore on July third.

One Dead in Lincoln County Crash

One person died and two other people were injured Saturday night in a one-vehicle rollover south of Tea.

Bailouts & Deficits

While Congress has already authorized trillions of dollars of economic bailout funds in the wake of the pandemic, South Dakota Senator John Thune continues to warn of the debt and deficit dangers.

Yankton City Sales Tax Drops in May

The reports for May city sales taxes are coming out and they aren’t good