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USDA cuts programs to aid new and Native American farmers
The federal government has eliminated a Biden-era program aimed at helping new or minority farmers learn the business and get some money to jumpstart their careers.
Farm revenues fall as war and market concerns rise
Financial stress builds for corn and soybean farmers, including for one East River grower who almost lost $10,000 on a sale after a big price drop prompted by a presidential post.
Gaming grants: Millions for Deadwood, thousands for rest of state
While the Black Hills town has received $237 million for historic preservation since legal gambling started, the rest of the state has received only $8 million.
After $237 million spent, Deadwood seeks more gaming proceeds
"We're a small town but we have big-city expenses because of the visitation." Analysis shows that $33 billion has been wagered.
Update: SD media landscape shifts as newspapers sold, 2 launch
Some of the latest startups, acquisitions and publishing changes in the state's legacy and new media industry.
Reserves of critical minerals driving mining interest in SD
New efforts are underway in the state to pull several rare earth elements used in a variety of modern machines and technologies.
Poll: Support for Trump tariffs uneven in South Dakota
While opinion of the president's aggressive policies is mixed among voters, some businesses and agricultural producers are put off by the volatility. "The uncertainty is what causes disruption," one rancher said.