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SHIPP Enrollment is Underway

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Sign-up is underway for the Soil Health and Income Protection Program. This pilot program if part of CRP and is available in the Prairie Pothole states of North Dakota, Minnesota, South Dakota, Montana and Iowa. Enrollment is open through August…
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Policy Analyst Breaks Down the COVID-19 Stimulus Package, H-2 Waivers

Published March 30, 2020

According to Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesmeyer, funding for agriculture within the coronavirus stimulus package passed on Friday is a cash flow lifeline. The legislation includes an additional $9.5 billion for USDA to support local food providers and specialty…
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Keeping a Steady Supply Chain

Published March 30, 2020

Last week, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz issued an emergency executive order to provide an Hours of Service and weight restriction relief for commercial vehicle drivers hauling livestock. According to Minnesota Soybean Growers Association Executive Director Joe Smentek, it's important for…
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Noem Signs Bill to Legalize Hemp in SD

Published March 30, 2020

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem signed a bill to legalize the growth, production and transportation of hemp in the state. The state agriculture department will now need to approve state rules for the hemp program. Noem also said due to…
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Canola Minute

Published March 30, 2020

During the U.S. Canola Association annual meeting, another round of trade aid for canola growers was top of mind. Find out more from Northern Canola Growers Association Executive Director Barry Coleman in the latest Canola Minute.
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Beef Checkoff Court Ruling Issued

Published March 30, 2020

The U.S. District Court of Montana has ruled in favor of USDA and the Montana Beef Council in a legal battle over the beef promotion and research checkoff program. R-CALF USA wanted the beef checkoff declared unconstitutional in 15 states,…
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Dry Bean Scene

Published March 27, 2020

The U.S. Department of State is temporarily waiving interviews for first-time and returning H-2 visa applications. Learn more in the latest Dry Bean Scene from the Northarvest Bean Growers Association on the Red River Farm Network.
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