Articles tagged under: agriculture
MN Lawmakers Join in Special Session
Published June 12, 2020
Minnesota lawmakers began a special session on Friday. Senate Agriculture, Rural Development and Housing Policy Committee Chair Mark Johnson said the focus of the session has shifted from bread and butter items to the bonding bill and police reform. "There's…Session Ends with Unfinished Business
Published May 25, 2020
The Minnesota legislative session wrapped up at midnight May 17 with unfinished business. A special session is expected in mid-June to address bonding. "In a democracy and the way the bonding bill is set up, you need to have bipartisan…No Bonding Bill Means Special Session Ahead for MN
Published May 18, 2020
The Minnesota legislative session wrapped up at midnight on Sunday, May 17 with unfinished business. A bonding bill still needs to be accomplished. A special session is expected in mid-June to address the legislation. "In a democracy and the way…House Democrats Release COVID-19 Relief Bill
Published May 12, 2020
House Democrats have unveiled a phase four COVID-19 relief package. The bill is called the HEROES Act. Included in the $3 trillion bill are additional funds for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, market-ready livestock and poultry loss assistance, supplemental Dairy…Closer to Average Temps in the Northern Plains Forecast
Published May 11, 2020
Over the weekend, overnight lows dipped into the 20s and 30s for much of the region. These below-freezing temperatures are concerning, especially in areas where crops are starting to emerge. DTN agricultural meteorologist Bryce Anderson says the second half of…SD Agriculture Secretary Announces Retirement
Published May 8, 2020
South Dakota Agriculture Secretary Kim Vanneman retired on Friday. In Vanneman's near two years at the agriculture department, she’s most proud of her work with young farmers and ranchers and also, helping farmers build stronger relationships with consumers. "We need…MN Lawmakers Consider Priorities for Final Weeks of Session
Published May 6, 2020
Despite a shift in the budget outlook, Representative Deb Kiel thinks the legislature can still accomplish a bonding bill. "Minnesota has a lot of infrastructure. We need to make sure to take care of roads and bridges," said Kiel. "We…SDFB Offering COVID-19 Resources
Published April 27, 2020
Right now, farmers and ranchers navigating uncharted territory with COVID-19. That’s why agricultural organizations, like the South Dakota Farm Bureau, have created a new set of resources. Executive Director Krystil Smit says a coronavirus page and new video series is…Another Economic Stimulus Package Being Discussed
Published April 24, 2020
Discussions on a fourth coronavirus stimulus package are underway. For agriculture, the big debate could be structuring more aid for the industry moving forward. "Some people will look at getting more funds for the Commodity Credit Corporation, others will prefer…