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Senate Hearing Focuses on Nitrate Impact

Published April 8, 2026

In St. Paul, the Senate Environment Committee hosted an oversight hearing regarding the environmental and health impacts of nitrates on Tuesday. Retired Mayo physician Dr. Aleta Borrud testified about health risks."The risk for cancer, as I think you saw in…
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The Personal Toll of Farm Stress

Published December 18, 2025

Kittson County Commissioner Theresa Gillie told Minnesota lawmakers that federal actions and rising costs are creating severe stress for farmers and rural communities. Speaking at a Senate hearing, Gillie described the ongoing struggles in the ag markets and highlighted the…
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Drought Relief Bill is Still Relevant

Published April 4, 2022

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz says the drought assistance legislation moving through the legislature is not too late for Minnesota farmers and ranchers. "We know this was a heavy hit that people are still reeling from." The relief goes to drought-stricken…
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Drought Relief Passes Through Minnesota Senate

Published April 4, 2022

The Minnesota Senate unanimously passed legislation that provides financial relief to farmers who were hit hard by last summer’s drought. The $10 million bill includes $7 million for livestock and specialty crop farmers. It also includes money to reimburse the…
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