Banks Working Overtime on Business Rescue Loans

Banks across the country are the conduits for federal dollars to help businesses stay afloat during the coronavirus disruption.

Pork President Says Administration Needs to Keep Plants Operating

One of the goals of the Trump administration is keeping the nation’s food system functioning through the pandemic. Minnesota Pork…

Bracing for Budget Cuts

While there are no solid revenue numbers yet, government officials are bracing for steep declines as the effects of the pandemic are felt.

Flooding Avoided…….For Now……

Much of the northern plains may have avoided another year of flooding…..so far.

Dumped Milk Covered Under DRP

USDA’s Risk Management Agency is ensuring that milk producers aren’t penalized if their milk must be dumped because of recent…

Winter Like Weather Sets Back Field Work

The winter like storm this spring over the weekend in the Northern Plains pushed back field work in Northwest, Iowa.…

Senators Want Investigation Into Cattle Market Volatility

Farm state lawmakers including South Dakota Senator John Thune are asking for action to strengthen the integrity of the cattle…

Major Decisions Ahead for the South Dakota Board of Regents

The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has forced South Dakota universities to produce online classes to end the spring semester and raises questions for the future.

Yankton Area Chamber of Commerce Cooperating on Gift Cards

The Yankton Area Chamber of Commerce is coordinating a one stop shop for people to buy gift cards to local businesses.

Sanford Health to Lead Study of Possible Covid-19 Drug Therapy

Sanford Health will lead a comprehensive clinical trial investigating the antimalarial drug hydroxychloroquine, to understand its role in treating and potentially preventing COVID-19.