Self Defense Bill Signed

Among the bills signed by South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem this week was HB1212, which is titled “to clarify the use of force.”

Medical Marijuana Not on the Agenda

South Dakota legislators return to Pierre Monday for the final day of the 2021 session. While medical marijuana is not on the agenda, there may be some discussion.

Past Iowa Corn Growers President Named To Farmers For Free Trade Board

Past Iowa Corn Grower’s Association President Bob Hemesath is a new Board member for Farmers For Free Trade. That’s a…

South Dakota Farmers Contribute To National Soil Health Study

Several South Dakota farmers contributed to data in a new report issued this week from the Soil Health Partnership. Key…

Ethanol Board Administrator Disappointed EPA Extends RFS Compliance Deadline

This week, the Environmental Protection Agency extended the compliance deadline for refiners to meet their Renewable Volume Obligations. EPA is…

Former SD Attorney General Marty Jackley Gets Endorsements

Former South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley, who has announced he wants the job back, has now been endorsed by fifty nine out of the sixty-six county states attorneys.

Broadband Expansion Money Approved

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has signed the bill authorizing one hundred million dollars for broadband expansion.

RFA President Pleased USDA Includes CFAP Aid For Biofuels Producers

The USDA has announced the release of millions of dollars in assistance for both crop and livestock producers through the…

Central Plains Dairy Expo Back For 2021

Dairy producers from around the region welcomed the Central Plains Dairy Expo back to Sioux Falls this week after a…

Businesses Looking for Workers

After spiking to over nine percent at the start of the pandemic last spring, South Dakotas unemployment rate has dropped back down below three percent.