South Dakota Governor Says Flexible Disaster Help Important For Farmers

USDA’S Risk Management Agency has announced it will defer accrual of interest for farmers spring 2019 crop year insurance premiums…

Minnesota Dairy Executive Expects More Enrollments In Dairy Margin Coverage Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported this week that 17,000 dairy producers have signed up for the new Dairy Margin…

No Quick Easy Fix to Worker Shortage

There have been numerous programs over the past few years, both public and private, aimed at increasing the number of available workers.

Farmers Union Lobbyist Says More Hemp Testing Is Needed To Pass Legislation

A South Dakota legislative interim committee heard comments on industrial hemp at their meeting this week that featured both proponents…

Over 300 Requests For Mediation In Nebraska This Year

Through the first six months of this year, Nebraska Rural Response Hotline officials are reporting over 300 mediation requests. University…

Yankton County Commission Working Through Their Budget

The Yankton County Commission again heard from members of the public, asking them not to cut funding for a number of agencies and projects.

Wind Power Project Proposed for Yankton & Turner Counties

A possible wind power project located in Yankton and Turner Counties is being studied.

Cruz, Twins Crush Sox

Nelson Cruz homered, doubled three times, and drove in three runs in his second game back from a wrist injury in a 14-4 Minnesota Twins victory over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday.

Legal Problems For Ex Twin, Royal Players

Authorities in the Dominican Republic have arrested former MLB pitcher Octavio Dotel and cited ex-infielder Luis Castillo for their alleged links to a drug-trafficking and money-laundering ring, officials said Tuesday.

Orioles End Streak Against Royals

To celebrate a rare win after Baltimore beat Kansas City, rookie Hunter Harvey got a ride in a laundry cart and wheeled into the shower, where he got drenched in the wake of his first big league victory.