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Genetically Engineered Miniature Pigs Aiding in Research

A northwest Iowa company may be leading something of a shift to swine in medical research

Minnesota Traffic Deaths Reach 100

There have been 100 traffic deaths on Minnesota roads so far this year.

Iowa Legislators Struggle to Conclude the 2016 Session

The Iowa D-O-T’s request for an extra 10-million dollars to cover negotiated salary increases is one of the sticking points that remains as lawmakers struggle to conclude the 2016 legislative session.

Rural Airports in Nebraska Can Now Apply for Federal Funding

Rural airports in Nebraska will be able to apply for federal funding now that Congress has approved a rider to the FAA reauthorization sponsored by Congressman Adrian Smith

Compromise In the Works For Family Planning Services

A compromise may be in the works over where Medicaid patients in Iowa can get family planning services after July 1st.

Concerns Grow That New Tax Money Will Be Misused

A Rapid City legislator says she is concerned that the money from new taxes passed this year may not go where they are intended.

South Dakota Legislative Summer Study Includes Medicaid Finance

One of the summer studies for the South Dakota legislature this year will be the finances of Medicaid providers.

EWG Stands By Farm Subsidy Report Rich Get Richer

The Environmental Working Group is standing by its recent report the Rich Get Richer that claims 50 American billionaires are…

Farm Policy Facts Coalition Challenging EWG Report

A newly formed farm coalition is challenging a recent report issued by the Environmental Working Group. The EWG report titled…

Grain Groups Asking APHIS To Move Slowly On Biotech Rules

The National Grain and Feed Association along with four other grain groups are asking APHIS to slow down on making…

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