SD Senate Overrides Veto of Buffer Strip Bill; House Does Not, Bill Dies

The Governor’s veto of SB136 was before the SD Legislature again today.

USCA Concerned About Brazil Beef Imports

United States Cattlemen’s Association leaders remain concerned about possible beef imports from Brazil. President Danni Beer, a producer from Corson…

NE Unicameral Looking at Property Tax Relief Bill

Last week the Nebraska Legislature’s Revenue Committee approved a property tax relief bill that’s expected to be debated on the…

NPPC Meets With USDA on HSUS Trademark Lawsuit

National Pork Producers Council President John Weber and CEO Neil Dierks met with USDA legal counsel last week to discuss…

MN Milk Producers Association Pushing for Processing Growth

Minnesota Milk Producers Association President Pat met with state lawmakers recently to discuss his group’s legislative priorities. He says the…

Groups Ask for Update of Grass Fed Labeling Guidance

The Center for Rural Affairs, American Grass Fed Association and several other groups have written USDA asking for an update…

Spring Snow Storms Tough to Predict

A couple of snow storms in the past week shows the difficulty of predicting late winter storms.

SD PUC Working on Stray Voltage Rules

The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission is attempting to write rules dealing with stray voltage issues, especially on dairy farms.

Yankton City Commission Working Through Strategic Planning Process

The Yankton City Commission is in the midst of a formal strategic planning process.

USD Women To Host Semifinal

The University of South Dakota women’s basketball team will host Oregon in the semifinals of the Women’s National Invitation Tournament.