SD Legislative Committee Tables Industrial Hemp Production Bill

The South Dakota Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee took almost ninety minutes of testimony and debate today on a bill that would legalize the production and sale of industrial hemp.

SD Governor Dennis Daugaard Talks Transportation Funding in Washington

South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard spoke on rural infrastructure at a U.S. Senate Commerce Committee hearing in Washington, Chaired by Senator John Thune.

SD Senator John Thune; Waiting for Trump Agenda Details

President Trump laid out more of his agenda in his speech to Congress earlier this week.

SD Rail Board Working on a Master Plan

The South Dakota Railroad Board held a special meeting this week to work through possible future projects.

PLC Executive Anxious To Work With New Interior Secretary

The United States Senate this week voted 68 to 31 to confirm Ryan Zinke as Interior Secretary. Public Lands Council…

Nebraska NRCS Helping Farmers With Erosion Problems

Following recommendations by the Office of Inspector General, the Natural Resources Conservation Service in Nebraska has made some changes to…

Farm Group Weighing In On Minnesota State Tax And Mowing Legislation

Minnesota Farmers Union leaders are supporting measures calling for a tax credit for property tax relief for farmers as well…

South Dakota Senator Introduces New Conservation Program Legislation

South Dakota Senator John Thune is introducing a measure that gives farmers a new conservation and risk management program that’s…

Farm Leader Pleased With President’s Speech

In his speech to the nation this week President Donald Trump touched on a pair of issues effecting agriculture. South…

Sioux City to Welcome NAIA Elite

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has officially announced the 32 qualifiers and bracket for the 26th annual NAIA Division II Women’s Basketball National Championship.