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Watne Criticizes Lack of Property Tax Relief for ND Farmers

Published April 7, 2025

North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne expressed frustration over the state's recent property tax relief discussions, saying rural residents were left out. "We tried really hard to get additional dollars to be a percentage off of rural property taxes,…

Lawmakers Discuss Economic Study on Irrigation

Published April 2, 2025

North Dakota House Bill 1531, which would fund an economic study on irrigation. Introduced by Representative Cindy Schreiber-Beck, the bill seeks a one-time $75,000 appropriation for the state’s Agriculture Commissioner to contract with a consultant to analyze irrigation’s economic impact.…

The Farmers’ Voice is Being Heard

Published March 14, 2025

The North Dakota legislative sessions continue to move toward the finish line, but for farmers like Drew Courtney, that doesn't mean they can slow down. Courtney, a North Dakota Corn Growers Association board member, has spent much of the winter…

New Report Highlights Agriculture’s Economic Impact in North Dakota

Published February 12, 2025

A new report from NDSU’s Department of Agribusiness and Applied Economics and the Center for Social Research highlights agriculture's vital role in North Dakota’s economy. North Dakota Corn Growers Association Executive Director Brenda Elmer said the findings show the continued…

ND Senate Approps Committee Advances Bill to Support Ethanol Industry

Published February 12, 2025

The North Dakota Senate Appropriations Committee met Tuesday to discuss Senate Bill 2333, which aims to create a low carbon fuels fund and revise ethanol incentives. State Senator Terry Wanzek spoke in support of the bill, stressing the importance of…

ND Targets Ag Growth with Incentives

Published January 26, 2025

At Thursday's hearing of the House Agriculture Committee, House Bill 1332 was discussed. It would authorize a value-added agriculture production facility incentive program with up to $30 million for projects. Ag Commissioner Doug Goehring spoke in favor of the bill.…

Property Taxes Take Center Stage in Bismarck

Published January 6, 2025

Although a November ballot measure to eliminate property taxes failed, discussions around reform are expected to take center stage during the North Dakota legislative session. "Nobody wants to pay taxes, but how do you pay for the goods and services…

Livestock Planning Grants Bill Reviewed

Published March 27, 2023

House Bill 1437 was heard in the North Dakota Senate Agriculture Committee this past week. This proposal would create regional livestock planning grants. Agriculture, economic development and township organizations spoke in favor of the bill. North Dakota Stockmen’s Association Executive…

Ag Friendly

Published February 24, 2023

State Board of Agricultural Research and Education Chair Sarah Lovas says the future of House Bill 1010 looks bright for education as it moves to the North Dakota Senate. “This Legislature really sees agriculture as such a critical industry for…

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Watne Criticizes Lack of Property Tax Relief for ND Farmers

Lawmakers Discuss Economic Study on Irrigation

The Farmers’ Voice is Being Heard

New Report Highlights Agriculture’s Economic Impact in North Dakota

ND Senate Approps Committee Advances Bill to Support Ethanol Industry

ND Targets Ag Growth with Incentives

Property Taxes Take Center Stage in Bismarck

Livestock Planning Grants Bill Reviewed

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