Articles tagged under: South Dakota
Cool Temps Could Cause Frost Damage to Crops
Published May 5, 2020
Commodity Weather Group meteorologist Joel Widenor says another shot of cold air could happen in the second week of May. "I don't think it will bring additional frost to areas that don't see it the first week of May, but…Pork Producers Profitability Challenged from Supply Chain
Published May 4, 2020
The overall profitability of pork producers in South Dakota is challenged by supply chain issues. "They were expecting to sell a large volume of hogs at a relatively good price and now they're dealing with a much lower price received…Dairy Farmers Adapt to Supply Chain Challenges
Published April 29, 2020
The dairy checkoff is partnering with processors to donate dairy products and meet the needs of local food banks. "We aren't asking for money from processor partners, but we are asking for help in delivering or storing products for food…USDA Continues Work on a COVID-19 Aid Rule for Farmers
Published April 29, 2020
Following a discussion with Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue on Tuesday, South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson says the USDA is still struggling with the big needs for agriculture in the COVID-19 pandemic. "The $23.5 billion we secured one month ago for…Midwest Dairy Donates to Local Food Banks
Published April 29, 2020
Midwest Dairy is donating $500,000 to food banks to purchase dairy products for people in need. The donations will be spread across 10 states including Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. Typically, dairy checkoff funds can’t be used to purchase…Farmers Make Progress with Fieldwork
Published April 29, 2020
Andover, South Dakota farmer John Horter is making progress with fieldwork. "We are just taking things day by day." The oats are planted and corn will be seeded next. "We decided we aren't going to push as hard as we…Rounds: Executive Order Helps Food Supply Chain
Published April 29, 2020
South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds is pleased with the decision to reopen meat processing plants. "We've got producers who have had to euthanize livestock. We have about 35 percent of our pork processing capabilities in an idle position and 25…CDC Releases Final Report for Smithfield in Sioux Falls
Published April 23, 2020
A report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on the Smithfield Foods processing plant in Sioux Falls has been released. Following visits to the plant on April 16 and 17, the CDC is recommending Smithfield implement further hygiene…Executive Order Gives SD Hog Farmers More Time
Published April 21, 2020
A new executive order in South Dakota allows hog farmers to humanely hold onto pigs a little longer than normal. "This will only work on the lighter weight market hogs," explained Glenn Muller, executive director, South Dakota Pork Producers Council. "For…