School Districts Waiting on the Legislature Before Starting Budget Work

Governor Kristi Noem proposed a two and a half percent increase in state aid in her budget address, but many schools aren’t writing it in ink yet

Herd Health Conference Focuses On Need For More Large Animal Vets

The number of large animal veterinarians is down across the national at a time of rising demand for their services.…

Farm Bureau Leader Sees Hope For Ratification Of USMCA

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says although they’re not there yet with an agreement on ratification of the USMCA trade pact,…

Working Toward a State Budget Deal

Minnesota legislators and the Governor set deadlines for budget agreements

Iowa Bottle Bill Needs to be Updated

An Iowa State University economist says after four decades, it’s time to update the state’s bottle and can deposit law.

South Dakota State Vet Says Cattle Producers Weathering Recent Bitter Cold Well

South Dakota cattle operations have withstood the recent cold snap well. South Dakota State Veterinarian Dr. Dustin Oedekoven says many…

NCBA Launches Fake Meat Campaign

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is launching a new public campaign focused on “fake meat”. NCBA President Jennifer Houston says…

Farm Group President Testifies In Favor Of Tax Conformity Legislation

Late last week, Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish testified in front of the State House Tax Committee in support…

Cleaning up “Vehicle Bills”

South Dakota legislative leaders are concerned about the number of so called “vehicle bills” that are alive in this year’s session.

Yankton City Commission to Review Updated Strategic Plan

The Yankton City Commission will review their latest round of strategic planning at their Monday meeting