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A combine harvests corn on an Illinois farm in the fall. Photo courtesy of Lance Muirhead/Muirhead farms.

Trump struck a deal for China to buy $17B a year in US ag products; farmers skeptical

By Rebecka Pieder of Medill News Service 05/29/2026

WASHINGTON – In a deal that could provide a major trade boost for American farmers, the White House said that…

Soybean harvest is set to begin soon and places like Agtegra have planned ahead with additional capacity. Photo courtesy of Connie Groop for the Aberdeen Insider.

Farmers looking at great harvest, limited storage opportunities as they wait for better prices

By Connie Sieh Groop 10/04/2025

Across the state, it looks like it will be a great corn and soybean harvest. But, with lots of bushels……

U.S. Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., spent time on Northern State University's campus Tuesday, April 15. One of his stops included a visit with students who asked a variety of questions, some of which included his perspective on tariffs. Aberdeen Insider photo by Elisa Sand.

Thune addresses Northern State student questions about tariffs, farm bill

By Elisa Sand 04/15/2025

U.S. Sen. John Thune spent about a half-hour answering questions from Northern State University students during a stop in Aberdeen……

South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden supports President Donald Trump's cuts to federal spending as those cuts hit South Dakota programs. Dakota Scout photo by Joe Sneve.

As Trump’s budget ax hits South Dakota, Rhoden says it’s worth the pain

By Joe Sneve of The Dakota Scout 04/10/2025

South Dakota’s governor is standing by President Donald Trump’s decision to slash federal spending, even if it means economic and……

Carson Stange of Stratford observes cattle during a South Dakota Ag and Rural Leadership class visit to Argentina. Courtesy photo.

Agriculture leadership class gains world perspective during trip to Argentina

By Connie Sieh Groop 04/05/2025

Knowledge of what is happening in other countries is critical for farmers and ranchers in the global economy. As a……

Argus Leader file photo.

South Dakota farmers prepare for Trump’s tariffs

By Stu Whitney of South Dakota News Watch 03/14/2025

During his March 4 address to a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol, President Donald Trump defended his……