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Yankton School Board Approves Back to School Plan

The Yankton School Board approved their back to school plan that provides guidelines for parents and students as classes resume later this month.

Milk Executive Encouraging Producers To Comment On Dietary Guidelines

Comments on the U.S. Dietary Guideline Recommendations are due this Thursday. Comments are being taken at the National Milk Producers…

Industrial Hemp Rules Rolling

The rules to produce industrial hemp in South Dakota are slowly making progress.

Presidents Use of Executive Orders Questioned

President Trump signed a series of executive orders over the weekend to extend unemployment benefits, cut payroll taxes and slow down evictions.

Cattle President Says Changes To Emergency Haying And Grazing Positive

USDA’s Farm Service Agency has made some changes to emergency haying and grazing of acres enrolled in the Conservation Reserve…

NCBA Official Says United Kingdom Possible Lucrative Beef Market For The United States

United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer has been meeting with Trade officials from the United Kingdom as the U.S. and…

R CALF Director Appreciates Ag Committee Urging Cattle Market Study

House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin Peterson of Minnesota and Ranking member Michael Conaway of Texas are asking Agriculture Secretary Sonny…

Cost of Electricity a Burden in Rural Areas

The cost of electricity can be a financial problem, especially for rural residents.

Mid America Economy Needs Help to Stay on Track

The Mid America economy is rebounding from historic lows this spring but needs help to continue growing.

Senators Hope for Quiet Finish

Nebraska legislators are down to the last few days of the 2020 session. Reaching a “Grand Compromise” on property tax relief and business incentives last week sets the stage for adjournment this week.

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