701-566-9300Parrell’s Perspectives 2025 #3 — It Can’t be only about Property Tax Relief
The bills regarding the fate of more funding for rural roads and bridges infrastructure have not made much progress and have not been released by the committees with any recommendations for “Do Pass” or Do Not Pass.” However, this is not surprising or unusual because, even if there would be support for this serious need […]hi
The bills regarding the fate of more funding for rural roads and bridges infrastructure have not made much progress and have not been released by the committees with any recommendations for “Do Pass” or Do Not Pass.” However, this is not surprising or unusual because, even if there would be support for this serious need (and I am sure there is) these committees must also consider whether the...
Parrell’s Perspectives 2025 #2 — Legislature Holds Hearings on Rural Roads and Bridges
This past week the legislature held committee hearings on two bills relating to funding for rural roads and bridges. The Soybean Growers Association supports both bills and presented testimony in the two committee hearings. Sen. Terry Wanzek sponsored Senate Bill 2142 which would create a township sustainability fund for road and bridge infrastructure located in […]hi
This past week the legislature held committee hearings on two bills relating to funding for rural roads and bridges. The Soybean Growers Association supports both bills and presented testimony in the two committee hearings.
Sen. Terry Wanzek sponsored Senate Bill 2142 which would create a township sustainability fund for road and bridge infrastructure located in non-oil-producing counties....
Parrell’s Perspectives 2025 #1 — Gov. Armstrong’s State of the State Address
Gov. Kelly Armstrong presented his State of the State Address to the joint Senate and House of Representatives, and the citizens of North Dakota this week. He cut a wide swath with his vision and expectations for North Dakota. Among other topics, he discussed agriculture, energy, mental health and addiction, and education. He touted the […]hi
Gov. Kelly Armstrong presented his State of the State Address to the joint Senate and House of Representatives, and the citizens of North Dakota this week. He cut a wide swath with his vision and expectations for North Dakota. Among other topics, he discussed agriculture, energy, mental health and addiction, and education. He touted the values of hardworking North Dakotans with big hearts and...
Parrell’s Perspectives 2024 #2 — North Dakota Water Convention
The recent Joint North Dakota Water Convention was an excellent opportunity to meet and interact with attendees in different roles from various water resource districts and rural water systems to learn about and receive updates on water projects, issues, and needs. Here are some highlights. Andrea Travnicek, Ph.D., the director of the Department of Water […]hi
The recent Joint North Dakota Water Convention was an excellent opportunity to meet and interact with attendees in different roles from various water resource districts and rural water systems to learn about and receive updates on water projects, issues, and needs. Here are some highlights.
Andrea Travnicek, Ph.D., the director of the Department of Water Resources (DWR), gave an overview on...
Parrell’s Perspectives 2024 #1 — Symposium on the North Dakota Working Lands Mitigation Program
As of July, it is my privilege to be the new Legislative Director for the Soybean Growers Association. I have been visiting with legislators, state officials, agricultural and ranching producers or groups, agricultural educational leaders, and government relations colleagues, all of whom have been very welcoming and inviting, I will have big shoes to fill […]hi
As of July, it is my privilege to be the new Legislative Director for the Soybean Growers Association. I have been visiting with legislators, state officials, agricultural and ranching producers or groups, agricultural educational leaders, and government relations colleagues, all of whom have been very welcoming and inviting, I will have big shoes to fill in succeeding Phil Murphy. Thank you,...
Murphy’s Law 2024 #11 | Tax Committee
A familiar bill the last few sessions has been about agricultural property either within a city boundary and/or an Ag property which has become surrounded by development. There are those who have asked why some political subs handle the taxation of these types of properties differently, with some judging them to be commercial and others […]hi
A familiar bill the last few sessions has been about agricultural property either within a city boundary and/or an Ag property which has become surrounded by development. There are those who have asked why some political subs handle the taxation of these types of properties differently, with some judging them to be commercial and others agricultural.
The topic was tackled at a recent Interim...
Murphy’s Law Blog 2023 | #31 — FELIRC Meeting
Recently, a gaggle of officials on the Federal Environmental Law Impact Review Committee (FELIRC) met to discuss several issues that are being dealt with in this realm. Here is a sampling of those in attendance so you know whom I am speaking of; North Dakota state agencies including the Public Service Commission, Department of Agriculture, […]hi
Recently, a gaggle of officials on the Federal Environmental Law Impact Review Committee (FELIRC) met to discuss several issues that are being dealt with in this realm. Here is a sampling of those in attendance so you know whom I am speaking of; North Dakota state agencies including the Public Service Commission, Department of Agriculture, Office of the Governor, Department of Mineral...
The Importance of Cybersecurity in Agriculture
In the recent Grand Farmer podcast, we hear from Kirkwall CEO Will Cromarty and farmer, teacher and NDSGA President Kasey Bitz who discuss the reason why cybersecurity in agriculture is so important.hi
In the recent Grand Farmer podcast, we hear from Kirkwall CEO Will Cromarty and farmer, teacher and NDSGA President Kasey Bitz who discuss the reason why cybersecurity in agriculture is so important.
North Dakota Memory Care and Assisted Living Facility Resources
Caring.com recently shared a few unique resources with the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association designed to support older adults in North Dakota, whether they’re experiencing Alzheimer’s or dementia symptoms or seeking assisted living options. Finding the right care facility can be an overwhelming process for families, especially in rural farm communities. Recognizing this, Caring.com […]hi
Caring.com recently shared a few unique resources with the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association designed to support older adults in North Dakota, whether they’re experiencing Alzheimer’s or dementia symptoms or seeking assisted living options.
Finding the right care facility can be an overwhelming process for families, especially in rural farm communities. Recognizing...
NDSGA | Don’t Get Caught! — Avoid Phishing Scams
Here and there you may receive phishing emails from sources you think are trustworthy such as the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association (NDSGA) or the American Soybean Association (ASA). These scam emails often appear to come from a staff member or trusted colleague. Unfortunately, these emails may even at times include the NDSGA or ASA […]hi
Here and there you may receive phishing emails from sources you think are trustworthy such as the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association (NDSGA) or the American Soybean Association (ASA). These scam emails often appear to come from a staff member or trusted colleague. Unfortunately, these emails may even at times include the NDSGA or ASA logo. If you carefully review the “from” email...