Articles tagged under: Dakotafest
A Value-Added Outlet
Published August 15, 2023
South Dakota’s livestock sector has boomed in the last ten years with the addition of soybean crush and corn processing plants in the state. South Dakota Soybean Association Executive Director Jerry Schmitz says the livestock industry has a strong partner…Dakotafest Begins Tomorrow
Published August 14, 2023
Dakotafest Marketing Director Niki Jones says this year’s show is full of new and returning exhibits. “We have 450 exhibitors this year bringing their newest innovations, with a ton of inventory so the show is going to be super full.”…SD Corn Comments
Published August 10, 2023
In this week's edition of South Dakota Corn Comments, South Dakota Corn Executive Director DaNita Murray and South Dakota Soybean Executive Director Jerry Schmitz urge growers to check out their display at Dakotafest.Crop Insurance Leads the Way in Farm Bill Priorities
Published August 22, 2022
South Dakota's congressional delegation participated in a farm bill discussion at Dakotafest. At the event, South Dakota Farm Bureau President Scott VanderWal said crop insurance is a top priority. "It's very important to our risk management programs and crucial to…Noem Makes Energy Prices a Priority
Published August 22, 2022
The Governor's Ag Innovation Forum at South Dakota's Dakotafest featured a panel that delved into markets and challenges of different segments of the ag industry. South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem said she’s making energy prices a priority. "One of the…Tax Policy Concerns Linger as Infrastructure Moves Forward
Published August 20, 2021
During a congressional panel discussion at Dakotafest, farmers and ranchers expressed concerns about changes in tax policy. South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds, a panel participant, said the concerns surround stepped up basis. "The loss of that and the federal estate…Farm Bureau Asks for Immediate Drought Help
Published August 18, 2021
Drought relief is being considered in Washington D.C. American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall would like farmers and ranchers to get help quickly. "I know the federal government is going help. Let's don't make it two years down the…Reporting Agriculture’s Business from Dakotafest
Published August 16, 2021
On Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, farmers, ranchers and agribusiness professionals will explore the Dakotafest grounds in Mitchell, South Dakota, viewing product demonstrations and attending educational sessions. Dakotafest Director of Marketing Niki Jones says it will be good to have an…Derecho Damage Continues to Have a Market Impact
Published August 22, 2020
The USDA is predicting good corn and soybean crops in South Dakota and essentially, good crops across the country. While last week’s storm may not directly impact South Dakota farmers, Stone X Group Inc., Chief Commodities Economist Arlan Suderman says…