Legislative Log Jam

South Dakota lawmakers pushed through the budget last Thursday night as the final bill before recessing the main run of the 2020 session.

SD Legislators Set 2021 Session Calendar

While the 2020 session of the South Dakota legislature has one more day to finish up, lawmakers have agreed on the outlines of the 2021 session.

USCA Wants Help for Cattle Market Hit From COVID-19

The United States Cattlemen’s Association is asking the U.S. Department of Agriculture for assistance to help cattle producers facing a…

2020 Legislative Session Successful for SD Corn Growers Association

The 2020 South Dakota legislative session was a busy one for the South Dakota Corn Growers Association. Legislative Director Teddi…

Iowa Spring Planting Outlook Improved Compared to 2019

The outlook for spring planting in Iowa is improved over 2019 with less rain and snow over the winter. Iowa…

Canada Ratifies USMCA

Canada’s Parliament has ratified the USMCA trade agreement approved earlier by both the United States and Mexican governments. Joe Schuele…

Iowa Legislation Will Address Rural Vet Shortage

Iowa is facing a shortage of veterinarians serving rural areas of the state. That’s a major concern for the Iowa…

Yankton City Commission Declares Emergency

The Yankton City Commission held a special meeting Monday and voted to declare a state of emergency.

SD COVID-19 Numbers Fairly Stable

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem says so far, COVID-19 infection numbers are staying fairly stable…

South Dakota Universities Moving All Classes Online

University students in South Dakota will return to online classes from the extended spring break.