South Dakota Governor's Agricultural Summit

Farm Economy Reflects Agriculture’s Cyclical Nature

Published June 28, 2026

David Widmar, co-founder, Agricultural Economic Insights, says today's farm economy reflects agriculture's long history of cyclical markets. Speaking at the South Dakota Governor's Agricultural Summit, Widmar said farmers must prepare for both prosperous and difficult years. "If you look past…

Rhoden Champions Value-Added Agriculture

Published June 28, 2026

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden says value-added agriculture remains a priority for strengthening the state's economy. Speaking at the Governor's Ag Summit in Pierre, Rhoden pointed to recent investments in food processing and biofuels that create additional demand for agricultural…

Oster to Receive Governor’s Ag Ambassador Award

Published June 7, 2024

During the Governor’s Agricultural Summit in Huron, Jerry Oster of Yankton will receive the Governor’s Ag Ambassador Award. Oster retired in 2023 after a 49-year career at WNAX Radio. The summit will be held Wednesday and Thursday at the State…

Inflation Blamed on ‘Putin’s War’

Published June 27, 2022

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack shared a recorded message during the South Dakota Governor's Ag Conference."The single biggest driver of inflation now is Putin's war again Ukraine." Vilsack said USDA is taking efforts to address input costs. "We're making it easier…

Wessington, SD Farmer to Receive Honor

Published June 28, 2021

Jeff Lakner will receive the Governor’s Ag Ambassador Award. The award will be presented at the Governor’s Agricultural Summit July 8-9 in Sioux Falls. Lakner has a diversified crop and livestock farm and has participated on the Land O’Lakes board…

SD Governor’s Agricultural Summit Focuses on Economic Impact of Ag

Published July 9, 2019

South Dakota Agriculture Secretary Kim Vanneman says the South Dakota Governor's Agricultural Summit will be a packed two days, featuring speakers like USDA Deputy Secretary Steve Censky. "He will update us on farm bill implementation and more," says Vanneman. There’s…

Articles tagged under: South Dakota Governor’s Agricultural Summit

Farm Economy Reflects Agriculture’s Cyclical Nature

Rhoden Champions Value-Added Agriculture

Oster to Receive Governor’s Ag Ambassador Award

Inflation Blamed on ‘Putin’s War’

Wessington, SD Farmer to Receive Honor

SD Governor’s Agricultural Summit Focuses on Economic Impact of Ag

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