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Meet the 2025-26 South Dakota FFA Leadership Team
Published April 6, 2025
The excitement of state FFA conventions culminates in the announcement of the new state officers for the year. The 2025-26 South Dakota State Officers are: Reporter, Ireland McAreavey of Tri-Valley; Secretary, Kate Meyer of Sisseton; Treasurer, Elena Andrews of Beresford;…State FFA Convention Marks a Milestone for Student Leaders
Published April 6, 2025
South Dakota FFA Vice President Raul Berrones Pedraza wrapped up his year as a state officer at the state convention in Brookings. "This last year has been amazing because I got to meet people from all over the state, even…FAPRI Releases Market Outlook
Published April 6, 2025
The University of Missouri Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute is out with its annual agricultural market outlook. For 2025, corn and soybean prices are forecast to average $4.23 and $10.02 per bushel respectively. Those values are down significantly from…Rollins, Hoeven, Boozman Discuss Farm Relief
Published April 6, 2025
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, North Dakota Senator John Hoeven and Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman met at the White House Thursday to discuss the budget reconciliation process and the possibility of additional farm program funding. During the meeting, the…Minnesota Farm Income Hits Historic Low
Published April 4, 2025
Minnesota’s median net farm income in 2024 dropped to just under $20,000, driven by declining crop prices and reduced yields. “It is the lowest for the century, unfortunately,” said Pauline Van Nurden, Extension economist, Center for Farm Financial Management. Despite…Wiesemeyer: Tariffs to Bring Economic Pain
Published April 4, 2025
As new Trump tariffs take effect globally, Pro Farmer Washington consultant Jim Wiesemeyer warned of economic fallout and market uncertainty. "Yeah, there's going to be some pain both from the inflationary impacts of this and to the U.S. and the…Craig: Tariffs Will Deepen Farm Crisis
Published April 4, 2025
House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig is warning that newly announced tariffs will have devastating consequences for U.S. farmers. “What I saw yesterday (Wednesday) was jaw-dropping, it was worse than I could have anticipated,” said Craig. “I don't think…Decision on Trade-Related Assistance is ‘Months Away’
Published April 4, 2025
After a White House briefing, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said there may be short-term uncertainty for U.S. farmers and ranchers, but they will see long-term benefits from an America First agenda. Later during an interview on FOX, Rollins was asked…ND Senate Passes Property Tax Bill
Published April 4, 2025
The North Dakota Senate unanimously passed property tax reform. There are differences between the House and Senate versions of the bill regarding the primary residence tax credit. The bill now returns to the House to review the amendments passed in…