Recruiting Candidates a Priority for South Dakota Democrats

The South Dakota Democratic Party announced the hiring of Stacey Burnette as their new Executive Director this week.

Ag Bankers to Meet in Pierre

The South Dakota Bankers Association will host their Ag Credit Conference next week in Pierre.

Iowa Soybean President Hoping Court Rules In Favor Of EPA’s Approval Of Lorsban

Several environmental groups aren’t happy the EPA has not banned the insecticide Chlorpyrifos, also known as Lorsban. They’ve filed petitions…

NCBA President Hoping For USMCA Ratification This Fall

The Chair of a House Agriculture Subcommittee says Congress won’t consider the U.S. Mexico-Canada trade agreement until November or December.…

Twins Drop Series Opener

Mike Clevinger allowed only three hits with nine strikeouts in seven innings, José Ramírez drove in three runs, and the Indians struck first in this four-game series between the division front-runners with a 7-5 victory on Thursday that cut the Twins’ division lead to one game.

Vikings Face Preseason Test

If they get on the field Friday night, a handful of former Vikings and current Saints will see some familiar faces on the other side.

Schools Making Preparations for Students Return

School districts across South Dakota are racing to finish their budgets and fill any remaining vacancies before students return to the classrooms later this month.

Senate Finance Chairman Remaining Hopeful On Possible Trade War Resolution

Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley of Iowa remains optimistic following recent trade talks with China despite the recent round…

Ag Secretary Talks Farm Economy And Trade At Farm Fest In Minnesota

House Ag Committee Chair Collin Peterson hosted a listening session at Farmfest on the farm economy with members of Congress…

Farm Leader Says Inspector General’s Report On USDA Office Moves Is Disturbing

The Agriculture Department’s Inspector General is reporting that USDA may have broken the law by not obtaining Congressional approval before…