New Naval Ship Honoring Pierre Debuts

(Mobile, AL) — South Dakota is getting more representation in the U.S. Navy with the debut of a new combat ship. The USS Pierre Littoral Combat Ship was christened over the weekend down in Mobile, Alabama. It’s

Flandreau Santee Tribe Mulls Noem Ban

(Flandreau, SD) — One of the last remaining South Dakota native tribes that hasn’t banned Governor Noem is having serious discussions to join the list. The Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribal Council held a meeting with the public

Complaint Lodged Against Knudsen, Primary Opponent

(Helena, MT) — Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is the subject of a campaign complaint. The complaint was lodged earlier this month by a leader of the Montana Democratic party, accusing Knudsen of recruiting a primary opponent

Minnesota Candidate Filing Period To Open Tomorrow

(St. Paul, MN) — It’s nearly time for candidates to begin filing their paperwork for Minnesota’s next election. The Secretary of State’s Office says the filing window for state, county and municipal elections will open tomorrow. Candidates

Soybean Seed Costs Have Risen Sharply Since 1997

The Economic Research Service reports that the cost of soybean seeds per acre has risen more than 260 percent since 1997, while total soybean production costs have risen 157 percent. “In 1997, U.S. farmers spent an average

Thompson Pushes Back on Dems Farm Bill Attacks

House Ag Chair GT Thompson is pushing back against Democrats’ attacks on his farm bill proposal, set for committee markup this Thursday. Thompson argues his newly named Farm, Food, and National Security Act is bipartisan, despite top

Corn Growers Disappointed in ITC Decision on Imports

The U.S. International Trade Commission agreed to advance a petition by Corteva Agribusiness to place anti-dumping and countervailing duties on imports of 2,4-D shipping from China and India. The National Corn Growers Association says the decision will

Johnson’s Ag Priorities Included in Farm Bill

Washington, D.C. – Today, the House Agriculture Committee published draft text of the Farm Bill, which includes several of U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson’s (R-S.D.) priorities for farmers, ranchers, and rural Americans. “This Farm Bill is strong and provides