Gov. Noem Signs Order Increasing Access to Hay
Gov. Noem Signs
Order Increasing
Access to Hay
Governor Kristi Noem signed an executive order on Tuesday, June 29, declaring a statewide state of emergency for drought conditions and allowing ditch mowing in Eastern South Dakota to begin effective immediately. As drought conditions continue to negatively impact feed availability for livestock across South Dakota, this order will increase access to hay for farmers and ranchers.
“Growing up on the family ranch, I know how difficult it can be to feed cattle during dry times,” Noem commented. “This increased flexibility will allow producers to immediately gain access to hay for their livestock. With a mild winter and early spring, most of the pheasant hatch is well behind us, and we do not expect this move to affect pheasant numbers. Reports from the field look fantastic for the upcoming pheasant hunting season.”
