Bessent Says “Substantial Support” for American Farmers On the Way
(WASHINGTON D.C.) — On Thursday, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that “substantial support” is coming for American farmers amid a lack of Chinese buying of U.S. commodities, particularly soybeans, and that an announcement will be made
California Governor Signs E15 Bill; Industry Reacts
On Thursday, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 30 into law, which immediately opens the door for retailers across California to sell E15. Prior to the signing, California was the only remaining state in the nation
Social Media Comments Add Market Pressure
Markets were under pressure today following social media chatter about aid for soybean growers. Treasury Secretary Bessent told CNBC this morning that an announcement is expected Tuesday on financial support, with assistance likely flowing through the Farm
Yield Estimates, Rumored Meetings, Shutdowns and More
We see mixed to higher action in Thursday’s grain trade with pressure in cattle. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us to discuss their latest customer survey, potential of a Trump/Xi meeting later this month and more in
Sam Kieffer to Serve as Next CEO of NAWG
Washington, D.C. (October 2, 2025) – The National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) announced today that Sam Kieffer has been selected to serve as the organization’s next Chief Executive Officer starting November 1, bringing more than 20 years of experience
Rapid City Woman Dies After Falling From Cliff in Black Hills
(Rapid City, SD) — A 19-year-old Rapid City woman is dead after a fall in the Black Hills late Tuesday night. Officials say Ava Christensen fell over the edge at a spot known as Falling Rock. The
South Dakota Leaders Respond to Government Shutdown
(Washington, DC) — More reactions to the government shutdown are pouring in from South Dakota leaders. Congressman Dusty Johnson called shutdowns “stupid” and said he won’t take a paycheck until it ends, while the South Dakota Democratic
Life Sentence Being Disputed In Watertown Cold Case
(Watertown, SD) — A decades-old cold case in Watertown is back in the spotlight. Pam Dunn vanished from her home in 2001, and her body has never been found. Her boyfriend, Dave Asmussen, was convicted of kidnapping
Government Shutdown Hits South Dakota Tourism
(Rapid City, SD) — Tourists at Mount Rushmore and other South Dakota attractions are feeling the effects of the federal government shutdown. While visitors can still see the monument and check out the gift shop, park rangers
South Dakota Leaders Weigh In On Shutdown Debate
(Washington, DC) — South Dakota leaders are weighing in on the government shutdown. Republican Senator Mike Rounds says it’s time to open government back up and “end the Schumer shutdown” before negotiating further, while state Democratic Representative