More Lights & Reflectors Would Help Keep Farmers Safe

New research suggests there would be a dramatic reduction in crashes involving farm vehicles if states adopted policies

Nebraska Businesses Expect Moderate Growth

Nebraska is expected to experience moderate economic growth in the first quarter of next year.

Nebraska Catholic Bishops Asking Voters to Uphold Repeal of the Death Penalty

The state’s three Catholic bishops are asking Nebraskans to vote to “retain” the repeal of the death penalty.

Iowa Needs More College Educated People

A task force will meet later this week in Des Moines to discuss how to encourage more Iowans to go to college or get additional training.

Iowa Governor Terry Branstad May Consider Raising the Minimum Wage

Iowa Governor Terry Branstad says he doesn’t like the “hodgepodge” of city and county minimum wage hikes that are going into effect in Iowa.

Study Finds U.S. Ethanol Will Meet Japanese Sustainability Rules

A recent U.S. Grains Council study found a significant portion of U.S. produced corn ethanol will likely meet Japan’s 50…

Wheat Acreage Down in U.S. and South Dakota With Low Prices

Wheat acreage in the United States is projected to be at a 46-year low for the 2017 season as a…

Animal Agriculture Alliance Cautions Producers About Activist Group

The Animal Agriculture Alliance is advising farmers and ranchers to increase security on their operations. That’s in light of recent…

Open House for Swine Facility in Bon Homme County

An open house is scheduled for a new swine finishing operation near Scotland, South Dakota on Thursday. Bon Homme County…

Nebraska to Hold Wind and Solar Conference

Officials are gearing up for the Nebraska Wind and Solar Conference which will be held November 7 and 8 in…