New Acres for Conservation Program Announced

Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced last week that an additional 800,000 acres of highly environmentally sensitive land may be enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program

Nebraska Wraps Up 2015 Session

Nebraska State Senators wrapped up their 2015 session over the weekend.

Food Companies to Discontinue Use of Artificial Flavors

Yum Brands, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut are removing artificial flavors and colors from their food.

Nebraska Farm Bureau Hopeful for TPA Passage

The House returns from the Memorial Holiday recess this week and is expected to take up the Trade Promotion Authority legislation.

U.S. House to Consider TPA Legislation Soon

The House is expected to take up Trade Promotion Authority legislation sometime this week or next following their return from the holiday break.

Keystone XL Hearings Preparation Underway

The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission is preparing for several days of hearings in late July on the recertification of the Keystone XL pipeline route.

Death Penalty Could Become a Ballot Issue

The Nebraska Unicameral voted to repeal the death penalty, which also withstood a veto by Governor Pete Ricketts.

New Group To Manage Water Drainage

Members have now been named to the newly formed “River Basin Natural Resource District Oversight Advisory Task Force.”

Twins Rained Out In Boston

The Minnesota Twins game at the Boston Red Sox was postponed on Monday because of wet grounds and a forecast of heavy rain during the day.

Hoiberg Leaving Ames

Iowa State’s beloved “Mayor” is gone, lured to the riches and challenges of the NBA.