New Report Sizes Up Solar Power’s Footprint On U.S. Farmland
July 22, 2025 – As the United States continues to reshape its energy portfolio, questions are mounting about the potential effects on agriculture. A new report by Agricultural Economic Insights (AEI.ag) outlines the total acreage that has
House Agriculture Committee Passes Key Grain Inspection Bill with NGFA Priorities
ARLINGTON, Va., July 22, 2025 – The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) today commended the House Agriculture Committee for approving legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Grain Standards Act (USGSA), a foundational law that underpins the nation’s
U.S.-Indonesia Trade Framework
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) released today a joint statement from the U.S. and Indonesian governments on a framework for negotiating an agreement on reciprocal trade. More details are also in this White House fact sheet. U.S.
Drone Delivery Test Scheduled For Williston, Watford City
(Williston, ND) — A drone delivery test is scheduled to take off from Williston tomorrow. Project Rural Reach officials say a test flight will demonstrate how unmanned aircraft could deliver critical supplies to remote areas. The drone
Spiritwood Man Faces Felony Charges For Rollover Crash
(Valley City, ND) — A man faces felony charges after a rollover crash near Valley City. The North Dakota Highway Patrol says that a 62-year-old Spiritwood man was the alleged driver who failed to round a curve
Burleigh County Commission Joins Nationwide Settlement Involving Pharmaceutical Companies
(Burleigh County, ND) — Burleigh County Commissioners have agreed to join a nationwide opioid settlement. Several lawsuits were filed by victims of the ongoing opioid crisis, leading to all states agreeing to a seven-point-four-billion-dollar settlement. The lawsuit
North Dakotans Prepare For Looming Canadian Tariffs
(Bismarck, ND) — North Dakota business owners and farmers are preparing for the upcoming Canadian tariffs. Starting next week, tariffs on imported goods from Canada will rise from 25 to 35-percent. North Dakota’s northern neighbor is its
ND HHS Requests Public Feedback For Medicaid Waiver Updates
(Bismarck, ND) — State officials need public feedback regarding changes to a Medicaid waiver. The state’s 1915(c) Medicaid waiver includes cost increases for several in-home services, and updates to provider qualifications and regulatory language. The state legislature
Rapid City Council Approves Financing for New Libertyland USA Theme Park
(Rapid City, SD) — Rapid City takes a big step toward a new family attraction by approving a special financing district for Libertyland USA — a planned theme park and resort. The city council voted overwhelmingly to
Panel Discusses Impact of New Prison on Sioux Falls Community
(Sioux Falls, SD) — Sioux Falls leaders and state officials meet to tackle public safety challenges as plans for a new men’s prison move forward. At a panel Tuesday, law enforcement and policymakers agreed the state must