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South Dakota Reports First Zika Infection

South Dakota is reporting its first Zika virus infection.

Minnesota Senator Klobuchar Calls for Mandatory Drug Monitoring

Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar is calling for mandatory prescription drug monitoring

Travel Related Zika Cases Hit Nebraska

Two men from northeast Nebraska are the latest cases of travel-related Zika virus.

SD Violent Crime Increasingly Tied to Meth

The recent officer involved shooting in Aberdeen has been tied to illegal drug use, and shows the increasing dangers.

SD Governor Dennis Daugaard Begins Early Budget Planning

While his December budget speech is a long way off, South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard says planning is underway.

NAWG Leader Says Farm Bill May Need Revamping But Not Reopening

One of Presidential Candidate Donald Trump’s ag advisors suggested recently that the farm bill needs revamping because it was negotiated…

TPP Before Congress Soon?

When Congress returns to Washington after Labor Day, there may be some debate on the Trans Pacific Partnership, or TPP.

Renewable Fuel Official Says OIG Report More Negative For RFS Opponents

An Office of Inspector General’s report is taking the EPA to task for failing to provide legally required reports to…

ASA Director Says GMO Activists Misguided Threatening Boycotts

A group of label advocates have sent a letter to food manufacturers threatening future boycotts unless gmo products are labeled…

Pork Leader Says New Processing Plant Good For Pork Producers

The Iowa Economic Development Authority has voted to provide $ 11.4 million in an incentive package for the Prestage Farms…

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