Iowa Soybean President Hopes China Follows Through On Ag Purchases

China’s purchases of U.S. farm commodities still lags behind targets set in the Phase One Trade Agreement. China’s year to…

ICON Proposes Change To Nebraska’s Brand Law

The Independent Cattlemen of Nebraska have submitted a proposal to a state legislative committee to reform the State’s Livestock Brand…

Representative Caleb Finck Named Chairman of the House Transportation Committee

As preparations continue for the 2021 session of the South Dakota legislature, committee slots are being filled.

Focused on the Last Semester

South Dakota State University senior Hattie Seten says she wants to enjoy her last semester before going to Oxford University in England next fall.

Representative Marty Overweg Named Chairman of the House Ag & Natural Resources Committee

State Representative Marty Overweg of New Hollard will be Chairman of the House Ag & Natural Resources Committee in the 2021 legislative session.

Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts Resists White House Call for Face Masks

The White House Coronavirus task force has urged, for several months, the State of Nebraska to adopt a statewide face mask mandate to slow the spread of the infection.

NPPC Official Says Clock Is Ticking On Getting Trade Deal With The United Kingdom

The clock is ticking on whether or not the United States can complete a free trade deal with the United…

Schools Need Help, Not More Rules from Legislators

During each legislative session, there are numerous bills aimed at schools, ranging from funding, to policy and procedures.

Mid America Economic Growth Slowing

For the first time since April, the Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index, a leading economic indicator for the nine-state region stretching from the Dakotas and Minnesota to Arkansas, fell, but remained above growth neutral for the month.

South Dakota Farm Group Leader Pleased President Elect Wants To Trade With Cuba

President-elect Joe Biden wants to see trade relations loosened and improved between the U.S. and Cuba. South Dakota Farmers Union…