SD Sales Tax Rise Fueled by Federal Spending

The South Dakota Revenue Department reports that state sales taxes in September were up about eight percent over last year

50 – 50 Outlook for Early Winter Months

While a La Nina is expected to impact weather across the northern plains this winter, the effects may take a while to build.

NGFA Pleased With CFTC’s Final Position Limits Rule

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has finalized its position limits rule for derivatives. The National Grains and Feed Association is…

USDA Approves South Dakota’s Industrial Hemp Plan

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved the Industrial Hemp Plan submitted by the South Dakota Department of Agriculture. The…

Past Minnesota Corn Growers President Says New Fertilizer Application Rule Working

A new law in Minnesota went into effect on September one restricting fall application of nitrogen fertilizer by farmers. The…

Nebraska Reimposing COVID Restrictions

Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts will be reinstating health restrictions as COVID-19 cases rise across the state.

Yankton School Face Mask Policy Extended into January

The Yankton School Board has approved extending the in-school mask mandate into January.

SD Legislative Committee Hears About First Responder Stress Issues

The “Mental Health of First Responders” interim committee of the South Dakota legislature met again last week.

South Dakota Corn Executive Says Harvest And Trade Going Well

South Dakota’s corn farmers are making great progress with their harvest this year. That’s according to Lisa Richardson, Executive Director…

Hospitals Prepare for the Next Wave of COVID-19 Patients

The recent surge in positive COVID-19 cases in South Dakota has health care providers preparing to handle an expected surge pf patients.