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Missouri River and Reservoirs at Winter Lows

Missouri River and reservoir levels are at winter lows and will stay that way for a while.

Budget Writers Meet Ahead of the SD Legislative Session

The Joint Committee on Appropriations of the South Dakota legislature held four days of budget hearings last week, before the start of this year’s legislative session.

Learning the Lessons of January 6th

South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds says he hopes people remember what happened at the US Capitol last January sixth and learn from it.

Johnson says Biden Supply Chain Action Plan Welcomed, but Lacks Detail

President Biden’s announcement of a meat and poultry supply chain action plan this welcomed by South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson.…

Input Prices and Availability the Buzz at Dakota Farm Show

The impact supply chain disruptions are having on input costs and availability are top of mind with farmers right now…

2022 Shaping up to be Profitable Year for Dairy Producers

2022 looks like it could be a good year for dairy producers with milk prices above $20. AgDairy market analyst…

Bills Coming on Court Appearances & Childcare

Legislators are rapidly filing bills ahead of the start of the South Dakota legislative session next week.

Low Runoff Projected Again for the Missouri River

Continued dry conditions across the upper Missouri River basin are reflected in the runoff predictions from the Corps of Engineers.

Covid-19 Exposure Rules Changing

The Centers for Disease Control have changed the rules for those possibly exposed to Covid-19 and what their reaction should be.

Emerging Trends Focus of ISU Feedlot Forum 2022

Emerging Trends in Beef Feedlots is the focus of the Iowa State University Feedlot Forum 2022. ISU Extension Beef Specialist…

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