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Backing the Covid-19 Shots

South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson says he has been consistent in supporting Covid-19 vaccinations

Ag Secretary Announces Guaranteed Farm Loan Program With New Higher Loan Limits

Monday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a higher loan limit will be available for borrowers seeking a guaranteed farm…

Congress Taking on Big Tech

Big tech companies are again being questioned about their business practices by Members of Congress.

Making Difficult Redistricting Decisions

Nebraska Senators agreed on new legislative and Congressional maps at the end of the special session last week.

Minnesota Producer Encourages Farmers To Comment On Climate Initiative

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has outlined a climate partnership designed to create new revenue streams for farmers. He’s also asked…

Manufacturing Week Highlights Careers

This is manufacturing week in Yankton where local companies highlight what they do and the job opportunities they offer.

Stock Grower’s Group Has Concerns With New BLM Director

The Senate voted 50 to 45 to confirm Tracy Stone Manning of Montana as the new Director of the Bureau…

NPPC Wants Administration To Join CPTPP Trade Deal

One of the top trade priorities of the National Pork Producers Council is re-engaging with the TPP countries and getting…

Harvest Moving, Rail Cars Available

Warm, dry weather is pushing harvest along and that in turn will create a need for rail cars to move commodities out of the region

Debating Natural Immunity to Covid-19

There are some debates, mostly online, about the benefits of natural immunity to Covid-19 as opposed to vaccine immunity.

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Dakotafest Ag Policy Forum

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