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ICON One of Farm Groups Opposing LB 176

The Independent Cattlemen of Nebraska are one of five agricultural groups opposing LB 176, a measure that would allow packers…

NASS Surveying Certified Organic Farmers

USDA’s National Ag Statistics Service is gathering new data on organic agriculture production. They’re surveying Certified Organic crop and livestock…

SDSU Pork Classic Showcases Large Industry Impact

The South Dakota pork industry will be showcased at the SDSU Pork Classic on Saturday in Brookings. SDSU Extension Swine…

Northeast Nebraska Disaster Preperation Group Meeting

The Northeast Nebraska Long Term Recovery Team (NNLTRT) has broadened their scope.

SD Senator John Thune; IHS Needs to be Accountable

The Indian Affairs Committee of the US Senate held a hearing yesterday dealing with the Indian Health Service and the problems they are having delivering services.

Jacks Sign 29

South Dakota State University head football coach John Stiegelmeier announced Wednesday that 29 high school standouts officially committed to the Jackrabbits on National Signing Day, indicating they will further their educations at SDSU in the fall.

Coyote Coach Inks First Class

.South Dakota head football coach Bob Nielson has announced the signing of 24 student-athletes to a National Letter of Intent.

Iowa Democratic Caucus Results Are “Final”

Iowa Democratic Party chair Andy McGuire says the results of her party’s caucuses “are final” and there will be no “recount” despite the photo-finish.

Bill Passes Cutting Federal Grant Loopholes

President Obama has signed into law a bill co-sponsored by Senator Deb Fischer that would close old grant accounts and…

Deer Disease Spreading in Nebraska

Nebraska Game and Parks officials report chronic wasting disease is spreading through the deer population.

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