Hawkeye Lineman Picked Early

The Washington Redskins have taken Iowa offensive lineman Brandon Scherff with the Number 5 pick in the first round of the NFL draft.

Dozier, Twins Rock Sox

Brian Dozier had a homer and four RBIs and the Minnesota Twins roughed up Chicago ace Chris Sale in a 12-2 victory over the White Sox on Thursday night.

Fien On The Shelf

The Minnesota Twins have put right-handed reliever Casey Fien on the disabled list because of a right shoulder strain.

Coyote Earns All League

The Summit League has announced its 2014-15 men’s golf all-league teams, including the top performer for South Dakota.

Governor Appoints New South Dakota Senator to Vacant District 16 Seat

Governor Dennis Daugaard has appointed William Shorma of Dakota Dunes to the vacant Senate seat in District 16.

Honduras Agreement to Benefit Trade

Deputy U.S. Ag Secretary Krysta Harden and Jacobo Paz, the Honduras Secretary of Agriculture and Livestock signed an agreement to support agricultural development.

China to Purchase More U.S. Pork

Smithfield Foods Chief Financial Officer Kenneth Sullivan says China is set to ramp up its purchases of U.S. pork.

South Dakota Farm Bureau Disputes Report on Prevent Plan Payments

The Environmental Working Group released a report this week criticizing the prevent plant payments made to farmers in South and North Dakota.

USDA Seeks More Funds to Fight Bird Flu

Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says indemnity payments for high path bird flu are adding up quickly.

Payments Probable Even Without A Completed Farm Bill

The farm bill isn’t even completed, but the head of the Farm Service Agency is predicting there will be payments made to farmers.