Farm Bureau Economist Says Ag Recovery Will Take Time

Farm bankruptcies were down slightly in 2020 but farmers are not out of the woods yet. Chapter 12 family farm…

Not Wasting Any Vaccine Doses

As Covid-19 immunization clinics roll out across the state, there is a conscious effort to use every dose.

Ag Secretary Nominee Wants To Work On COOL Reinstatement And Market Transparency

The Senate Agriculture Committee voted to confirm and send to the full Senate their recommendation for Tom Vilsack returning to…

Birth Certificate Gender Bill to Return to the SD Legislature

A bill that would restrict changes to gender on a birth certificate will be heard in the South Dakota Senate State Affairs Committee later this week.

Keeping the Lights & Heat On

Energy companies across the region and country are closing coal fired power plants as they reach the end of their effective life, moving to alternate sources.

Nebraska Opens Covid-19 Vaccination Website

The State of Nebraska has set up a vaccine registration website where people can get in line for a Covid-19 shot.

Longer Process for SD Legislative Spending Bills

With over two hundred million dollars available this year in one-time money for South Dakota legislators, the spending process is changing.

Soy Transportation Coalition And Engineering Firm Conduct Rural Bridge Study

A significant number of bridges in rural areas are in deficient shape and in need of repair. They are a…

Budget Bill Starts on Long Process

The Senate voted to move toward debate on a budget plan that will set the stage for consideration of the next coronavirus relief plan. The bill passed on a fifty to forty-nine vote.

NCBA Official Says The U.S. is Aiming at a Trade Deal With The U.K.

The United Kingdom is looking to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Trade Partnership and plans to begin formal negotiations this…