New Study Shows Iowa Pork Industry Benefits State’s Economy

A new study released by the Iowa Pork Producers Association says the state’s pork industry contributes significantly to Iowa’s economy.…

Looking Ahead to the 2021 Nebraska Legislative Session

Nebraska lawmakers wrapped up their extended 2020 session in late July. They were interrupted in mid-March due to the pandemic and came back to Lincoln this summer to finish.

COVID-19 Cases Surging at the University of South Dakota

Covid-19 cases at the University of South Dakota are surging, with two hundred forty-three students and staff self-reporting a positive test and six hundred sixty-six currently in quarantine or isolation.

Names Released in Turner County Fatal Crash

A Freeman, S.D., man has been identified as the person who died Sunday night in a two-vehicle crash north of Hurley.

Senate to Return to Washington, Budget Issues Ahead

Senators will return to Washington next week with very few days left in the 2020 fiscal year. A new budget must be approved by October first.

Electric Utilities Get “Smart”

Electric utilities are expanding the use of smart grid technology which consumers can use to better control their use of electricity.

OCM Says Packers And Stockyards Proposed Rule Lacks Producer Protections

The USDA has sent forward its final rule on the Packers and Stockyards Act update to the Office Of Management…

Yankton County Commission Hears Wheel Tax Increase Ordinance

The Yankton County Commission had first reading of an ordinance that would raise the wheel tax by one dollar per wheel.

Value Added Ag Day At South Dakota State Fair To Feature Mini Seminars

The South Dakota State Fair gets underway Thursday in Huron with Value Added Ag Day. It’s the 21st year, Value…

Cattle President Says Federal Court Decision Brings Out Truth In Labeling Issue

A Federal Court Judge in New Mexico has permanently dismissed a pair of lawsuits against the Big 4 meat packers.…