Agriculture

President Donald Trump said his administration is looking at buying more beef from Argentina to drive beef prices down in the US. That sparked outcry from American beef producers.

A century after the Newell experimental farms, the tradition of experimenting continues at Prairie Lane Farms. Come with SDPB to learn more about hydroponic farming.

The European settlers who came west did not know what crops were suitable for the Newell areas' "gumbo soil." The Belle Fourche Experiment Farm helped farmers develop crops that were profitable and taught people how to irrigate effectively.

Did you know that Newell, South Dakota, was once home to a thriving sugar beet plant?

They say sheep herding is the second-oldest profession in the world — and in Newell, South Dakota, it’s still a way of life.

South Dakota’s GDP, population, and labor force participation rate have all risen, but the agriculture sector saw decreases even before tariffs impacted soybean sales.

SDPB traveled to Newell in 2002 to witness the annual Ram Show & Sale to talk with sheep producers and local citizens about what this yearly event means to the Newell area.

As President Donald Trump continues his pursuit of “better” trade deals, some advocates say one "win" in DC could help producers here at home in South Dakota.

Over 400,000 turkeys have been euthanized in South Dakota because of bird flu.

Livestock farmers say allegations against the meatpacking industry for unfair business practices are beginning to pick up steam at the national level.