No Ban Coming After New Case of Mexican Screwworm
Another case of New World screwworm was found in a Mexican cow south of the border. Despite that, USDA says it won’t limit cattle imports from Mexico. Reuters says U.S. cattle supplies in recent months grew tight
Boosting Ethanol Can Avert a Farm Crisis
In an annual address on the state of the industry, Renewable Fuels President and CEO Geoff Cooper highlighted the ethanol industry’s pivotal role in American agriculture. He also outlined how ethanol can again help the farm sector
EU Exploring Import Restrictions Which Might Include Soy
The European Union wants to block imports of particular foodstuffs made to different standards to protect its farmers, which is similar to President Trump’s reciprocal trade policy. The Financial Times says the EU Commission will look into
Weekly Corn Inspections for Export Rise
Data from the USDA shows inspections of corn for export rose last week while soybean and wheat assessments declined during the week ending on February 13. Weekly corn inspections totaled 1.61 million metric tons. The agency said
Jamestown Man Pleads Guilty To Bismarck Hit-And-Run
(Bismarck, ND) — A Jamestown man is pleading guilty to a Bismarck hit-and-run. Bismarck police say 26-year-old Michael Meier hit two people on a motorcycle with his car in May of 2023 and fled the scene. Police
Senate Bills Push Back Against Prison Project
(Pierre, SD) — Pushback continues against the new men’s prison planned for Lincoln County. Some lawmakers argue that the project is a poor choice because of the rural location. Republican Senator Kevin Jensen has prepared two new
Elon Musk Influence Protests At SD Congressional Offices
(Sioux Falls, SD) — Some South Dakotans are rallying against Elon Musk’s influence in President Trump’s administration. The rally was organized by the local group Common Grounds, part of the national group Indivisible, with the message, “Musk
Montana DOJ Begins Investigation of Senator Ellsworth
(Helena, MT) — Montana’s Department of Justice is officially looking into actions by a former Senate president. The DOJ says an investigation of potential criminal conduct has started with Senator Jason Ellsworth at the center of the
UnitedHealthCare Offers Employee Buyouts
(Minnetonka, MN) — UnitedHealthCare is offering some employees buyouts. The offer comes amidst a turbulent year for the insurance company, which posted record revenue while dealing with a massive cyber attack and the murder of its CEO
USD Shakes Up Men’s Basketball Summit League Race
(Vermillion, SD) — University of South Dakota men’s basketball is shaking things up in the Summit League regular season title race. The Coyotes knocked off the conference’s top dog St. Thomas, 85-80, at home in Vermillion last