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Anthrax Identified in South Dakota
Published September 22, 2023
For the first time this year, officials have confirmed the presence of anthrax in a South Dakota cattle herd. According to South Dakota State Veterinarian Beth Thompson, the disease was discovered in an unvaccinated herd with about 150 pairs in…PACE Act Would Increase Loan Limits
Published September 22, 2023
North Dakota Senator John Hoeven and Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar have introduced the Producer and Agricultural Credit Enhancement Act. The PACE Act would update loan limitations for USDA loan programs to better reflect current conditions. Limits would increase for direct…Turkey Growers Advocate in D.C
Published September 22, 2023
A Minnesota Turkey Growers Association delegation was in Washington D.C. to advocate their legislative priorities. MTGA Executive Director Ashley Kohls says the availability of CO2 is an important aspect of processing turkeys and is often overlooked by policy makers. “We…On-Farm Research
Published September 22, 2023
Minnesota Wheat Vice President of Research Melissa Carlson says data collection continues from this year's research trials. Wheat plots are wrapped up, but soybeans, corn and sunflowers are still in the field. We’re still working on getting all of our…Rising Milk Production
Published September 22, 2023
U.S. milk production is expected to increase next year. "We're currently forecasting 230.4 billion pounds of milk, up 2.9 billion pounds from 2023," reports Mark Jekanowski, chairman, USDA Ag Outlook Board.Mattracks Launches Tracks for High Clearance Sprayers
Published September 22, 2023
Mattracks has introduced the new High Track (HT)series for high clearance sprayers. Offered in two weight classes, the HT-400 is designed for approximately 40,000 pounds gross sprayer weight for most 1,200 gallon and smaller self-propelled sprayers. The HT-500 has a…Bien Recognized as Eminent Leader
Published September 22, 2023
Veblen rancher Neil Bien has been named a 2023 South Dakota State University Eminent Leader in Agriculture, Family and Community. This award program has been in place since 1927.Climate Costs to be Considered
Published September 22, 2023
The Biden Administration has issued a directive to its agencies, asking them to consider the potential risk to the climate as they make budget and spending decisions. The example given in ‘The Hill’ cites the purchase of electric vehicles because…Addressing Workforce Challenges
Published September 22, 2023
USDA has launched a pilot program to address workforce issues in agriculture. It supports the expansion of lawful migration opportunities for workers through the H-2A visa program. Workers from Northern Central America were referenced in the announcement. Up to $65…