Policy Articles
Renewables Described as ‘the Energy of Peace’
Published January 17, 2023
The environment has been the main driver behind the development of the renewable energy business, but that is changing. The head of the International Energy Agency said energy security is now the primary consideration. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine resulted in…Carbon Storage Concern
Published January 16, 2023
In addition to the farm bill, NDFB President Daryl Lies says carbon storage was an important part of the discussion at the American Farm Bureau convention. “Our members were very clear about the non-use injection of CO2 at our (NDFB…Crop Insurance and Conservation Included in AFBF Debate
Published January 16, 2023
Minnesota Farm Bureau President Dan Glessing says a focus during the American Farm Bureau Federation delegate session was to expand crop insurance to specialty crops and make sure crop insurance was not attached to conservation practices. There was also a…Playing Offense
Published January 16, 2023
With new leadership in the state legislature, Minnesota Corn Growers Association public policy specialist Alex Trunnell says there are opportunities for agriculture. “As an example, agriculture can play offense when we talk about soil health initiatives," said Trunnell. "Farmers should…Protection From Nuisance Lawsuits
Published January 16, 2023
A bill is being drafted in the South Dakota Legislature that will provide liability protection for farms and ranches from nuisance lawsuits. Among other things, this proposal would set limits on compensatory and punitive damages. South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem…China Approves Imports of Eight Biotech Crops
Published January 16, 2023
The list includes two glyphosate-resistant types of alfalfa, which was submitted for approval more than ten years ago. Both alfalfa traits are owned by Forage Genetics International, which is a subsidiary of Land O’Lakes. China also approved a glyphosate-resistant canola…ERP Phase Two Details Released
Published January 14, 2023
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced Phase Two of the Emergency Relief Program one week ago. More details have emerged since that announcement. North Dakota Farm Service Agency Executive Director Marcy Svenningsen says the enrollment begins before the end of the…North Dakota Legislative Report
Published January 13, 2023
Activity is starting to pick up in the North Dakota Legislature. In this week's North Dakota Legislative Report, Senate Agriculture and Veterans Affairs Committee Chair Larry Luick outlines SB 2037, a bill dealing with a cost/benefit analysis for water projects…Governor Signs Tax Conformity Law
Published January 13, 2023
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has signed the tax conformity bill. This bill updates several parts of the state’s tax code, putting it in compliance with the federal tax code.