Articles tagged under: Thom Petersen
Ag Leaders Participate in Q&A Session with USDA Leader
Published May 9, 2022
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack met with about 100 local farmers, ranchers and agriculture leaders before giving a commencement address at the University of Minnesota-Crookston Saturday. At breakfast, Vilsack answered questions about Ukraine, trade, the farm bill and more. Crookston, Minnesota…Avian Flu Cases ‘Popcorn’ Across Minnesota
Published April 25, 2022
The number of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza cases continues to climb in Minnesota with more than 50 confirmed cases to date. Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen says the outbreak is being seen statewide. "We're seeing HPAI popcorn around the state. It's…More Funds Needed to Control Avian Influenza in MN
Published April 8, 2022
Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen says the $4.5 million request in emergency funding to help with Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza is similar to what was requested during the 2015 outbreak. "We think we're going to need somewhere in that ballpark…Petersen Recognized by Safety and Health Council
Published March 30, 2022
The Agricultural Safety and Health Council of America has presented Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen with its Outstanding Policymaker Award. Petersen was recognized for his advocacy for farm safety and support for farmer well-being and stress reduction.MN Prepares for More Cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
Published March 28, 2022
On Sunday, a third case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza was confirmed in a commercial turkey farm in Stearns County, Minnesota. Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen says 36,000 turkeys were depopulated from that farm. According to Petersen, more Highly Pathogenic…Drought Relief Heard in Senate Finance Committee
Published March 23, 2022
The Minnesota Senate Finance Committee unanimously approved the drought assistance bill. Agriculture Committee Chair Torrey Westrom described it as "a shot in the arm for our farm community." This assistance would primarily go to livestock and specialty crop farmers. Agriculture Commissioner…Petersen: Reducing Dicamba Complaints is the Goal
Published March 18, 2022
Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen is glad to finally have an announcement from the EPA on dicamba. "We are disappointed it took this long, but glad it's done. The biggest concern right now is the trainings, but registrants are working…Petersen: Drought Package Needs to Move This Week
Published February 21, 2022
An attempt to attach a DNR drought relief package to a proposal to assist farmers and ranchers is facing opposition in the Minnesota Legislature. The conflict centers on combining assistance for agriculture with support for a state agency. During the…Drought Relief Discussed in MN House Ag Committee
Published February 10, 2022
There is broad support for drought assistance in the Minnesota Legislature, but this relief is not without criticism. "There are a lot of businesses that fail that have to have insurance or they have to go into bankruptcy," said State…