Gov Branstad: Danger and Opportunity Ahead in China Relationship

Iowa Governor Terry Branstad foresees both “danger and opportunity” ahead in the relationship between the United States and China. Branstad,…

Governor Ricketts Wants More Cuts in State Budget

Governor Ricketts Wants More Cuts in State Budget

NCBA Challenges Estate Tax Proposal

National Cattlemen’s Beef Association members are concerned about a proposed Treasury Department Rule that would eliminate or greatly reduce the…

Minnesota Governor and Lawmaker Still Considering a Special Session

Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton and legislative leaders are trying to come to agreement on holding a special session of the…

Producers Gear up for Cold Weather in Livestock and Dairy Operations

The weather is turning significantly colder this week in the region, which will stress livestock and dairy herds. SDSU Extension…

NPPC at Codex Commission Meeting on Antimicrobial Resistance

The United Nation’s Codex Commission, the international food safety standards setting body, met in London last week to look at…

Army Corps Stops Dakota Access Pipeline in North Dakota

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has stopped the Dakota Access Pipeline from proceeding in North Dakota and ordered a…

SD Attorney General Marty Jackley Issues Opinions on Marsy’s Law

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley says law enforcement can release information about accidents and crimes to the public.

Construction Ahead of Schedule at New Grain Loader at Napa Junction

While the major concrete work on a new grain loading facility at Napa Junction, northwest of Yankton is done, completion of the entire project will take a few more weeks.

State Democratic Party Chairs Meet in Denver

State democratic party chairs from across the country met last weekend in Denver to review November’s election, and to plot a course forward for the now, minority party.