Dry crops, dust and chaff combined with hot equipment can create the perfect conditions for a fire. Take a few extra minutes each day to clean debris from combines and tractors, inspect fuel and electrical systems, and make sure working fire extinguishers are easy to reach.
Recently, in Iowa, USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden remarked that he, “…was clear that antitrust laws are to be enforced in this country and that farmers should depend on the price quoted being a result of competition and not collusion.”
It's National Farm Safety and Health Week! According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, agriculture remains one of America's most dangerous industries. As harvest season approaches and farm activity intensifies, safety becomes even more important.
The South Dakota Corn Utilization Council is supporting my participation in The 437 Project, helping bring greater awareness to mental health and suicide prevention in our agricultural communities. Together, we can take meaningful steps toward hope, healing and stronger rural communities. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, please call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
Join us on Tuesday, September 22 at 6 p.m. for the Women’s Ag Network “First Aid on the Farm” Zoom presentation featuring nationally recognized agricultural advocate Katie Hammond, also known as “The Dairy Wife.”
While you’re at the fair, make sure to visit the Horticulture Building, proudly sponsored by the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council. With more exhibits than any other department at the fair, the building showcases the best of South Dakota agriculture - from corn, soybeans and small grains to garden vegetables, flowers and more.
Corn Comments: 2026 Dakotafest Woman Farmer/Rancher of the Year Award
The South Dakota Corn Utilization Council is proud to sponsor the 2026 South Dakota Woman Farmer/Rancher of the Year Award, presented August 20 at Dakotafest in Mitchell.
The sixth-annual Midwest Agricultural Export Summit is coming to Sioux Falls on August 12. This year’s theme, “Forging Forward: New Markets, More Sales,” will bring together agricultural and trade leaders from across the state, region, nation, and world.
Recently, Ambassador Jameson Greer with the Office of the United States Trade Representative announced that the US did not agree to renew the US Mexico Canada trade agreement in its current form. The agreement will however remain in force as negotiations continue.
Recently, the FTC announced a fertilizer investigation looking at anticompetitive practices and market concentration. It is important for the agency to receive information about the fertilizer supply chain over the past decades.
Corn Comments: Fire Prevention on the Farm
Dry crops, dust and chaff combined with hot equipment can create the perfect conditions for a fire. Take a few extra minutes each day to clean debris from combines and tractors, inspect fuel and electrical systems, and make sure working fire extinguishers are easy to reach.
Listen about Corn Comments: Fire Prevention on the FarmCorn Comments: Fertilizer Update - September 2026
Recently, in Iowa, USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden remarked that he, “…was clear that antitrust laws are to be enforced in this country and that farmers should depend on the price quoted being a result of competition and not collusion.”
Listen about Corn Comments: Fertilizer Update - September 2026Corn Comments: Farm Safety Week 2026
It's National Farm Safety and Health Week! According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, agriculture remains one of America's most dangerous industries. As harvest season approaches and farm activity intensifies, safety becomes even more important.
Listen about Corn Comments: Farm Safety Week 2026Corn Comments: The 437 Project
The South Dakota Corn Utilization Council is supporting my participation in The 437 Project, helping bring greater awareness to mental health and suicide prevention in our agricultural communities. Together, we can take meaningful steps toward hope, healing and stronger rural communities. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, please call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
Listen about Corn Comments: The 437 ProjectCorn Comments: Women's Ag Network
Join us on Tuesday, September 22 at 6 p.m. for the Women’s Ag Network “First Aid on the Farm” Zoom presentation featuring nationally recognized agricultural advocate Katie Hammond, also known as “The Dairy Wife.”
Listen about Corn Comments: Women's Ag NetworkCorn Comments: Visit us at the 2026 SD State Fair
While you’re at the fair, make sure to visit the Horticulture Building, proudly sponsored by the South Dakota Corn Utilization Council. With more exhibits than any other department at the fair, the building showcases the best of South Dakota agriculture - from corn, soybeans and small grains to garden vegetables, flowers and more.
Listen about Corn Comments: Visit us at the 2026 SD State FairCorn Comments: Family Farmers Feeding Us
The U.S. Government is currently investigating the fertilizer industry for anticompetitive practices. Now is the time to speak up.
Listen about Corn Comments: Family Farmers Feeding UsCorn Comments: 2026 Dakotafest Woman Farmer/Rancher of the Year Award
The South Dakota Corn Utilization Council is proud to sponsor the 2026 South Dakota Woman Farmer/Rancher of the Year Award, presented August 20 at Dakotafest in Mitchell.
Listen about Corn Comments: 2026 Dakotafest Woman Farmer/Rancher of the Year AwardCorn Comments - Brown County Fair 2026
South Dakota Corn is proud to be a day sponsor of the Brown County Fair, taking place August 10th through the 16th in Aberdeen.
Listen about Corn Comments - Brown County Fair 2026Corn Comments - SD Trade Midwest Agricultural Export Summit
The sixth-annual Midwest Agricultural Export Summit is coming to Sioux Falls on August 12. This year’s theme, “Forging Forward: New Markets, More Sales,” will bring together agricultural and trade leaders from across the state, region, nation, and world.
Listen about Corn Comments - SD Trade Midwest Agricultural Export SummitCorn Comments - July 2026 USMCA Update
Recently, Ambassador Jameson Greer with the Office of the United States Trade Representative announced that the US did not agree to renew the US Mexico Canada trade agreement in its current form. The agreement will however remain in force as negotiations continue.
Listen about Corn Comments - July 2026 USMCA UpdateCorn Comments - Fertilizer Investigation
Recently, the FTC announced a fertilizer investigation looking at anticompetitive practices and market concentration. It is important for the agency to receive information about the fertilizer supply chain over the past decades.
Listen about Corn Comments - Fertilizer Investigation