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Farmers' Future in South Dakota | Sioux Falls News
In a heated but productive debate, South Dakota’s governor and his Democratic challenger clashed over agriculture policy — from agency mergers to ethanol promotion — while finding common ground on opposing beef imports. Governor Rhoden backs keeping state agencies unified, citing successful collaboration, while challenger Dan Ahlers pushes for a split to prioritize environmental oversight. Both candidates pledged support for young farmers, with Ahlers proposing land lease funding and restaurant partnerships, and Rhoden spotlighting economic development wins. On property taxes, Ahlers…
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