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Winter Weather Outlook…Drought Buster???

The weather so far this fall has been characterized by above normal temperatures and below normal precipitation. And Nutrien Ag…

SD Appraiser Certification Program & the Governor

The former head of the South Dakota appraiser certification program says Governor Kristi Noem’s daughter got an extra opportunity to complete her appraiser license upgrade.

Lewis & Clark Behavioral Health Expansion

A project for Lewis & Clark Behavioral Health will expand mental health services in southeast South Dakota.

Extreme Winds Possible Across the Region

High wind warnings are out for much of the northern plains later today into tonight.

Low Flows, Low Power

The Missouri River below Gavins Point Dam is very low as flows from the dam have been cut back to twelve thousand cubic feet per second.

Yankton City Commission Approves Major Wastewater Project

The Yankton City Commission unanimously approved a forty-four-million-dollar project to make major upgrades to the existing wastewater treatment plant in Riverside Park.

Minnesota Department of Ag Proposes Dicamba Use Changes

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is proposing state-specific restrictions for dicamba use for the 2022 growing season to help minimize…

Farm Groups Gearing up for 2023 Farm Bill Debate

Farm groups are already starting to gear up for the 2023 Farm Bill debate. National Grain and Feed Association President…

U.S. Identity Preserved Brand Mark Unveiled

The Specialty Soya and Grain Alliance has introduced U.S. Identity Preserved, a designation or brand mark, signifying a premium crop…

Natural Gas Prices Easing

While there have been warnings of a sharp jump in natural gas prices this winter, there appears to be some rounding of that curve.

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WHAT DOES MARIJUANA RECLASSIFICATION MEAN FOR SOUTH DAKOTA?

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – President Trump’s executive order to reschedule marijuana from a Schedule 1 to a…

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GOVERNOR RHODEN ANNOUNCES $200,000 GRANT SUPPORTING KEEP FARMERS FARMING PROGRAM

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – On Monday, Governor Rhoden announced a $200,000 grant from the Future Fund for…

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SOUTH DAKOTA STATE ECONOMIST SAYS FARM ECONOMY HAS HELD BACK SALES TAX REVENUES

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