Farming Economy Playing Factor In Yankton Budget

Farming Economy Playing Factor In Yankton Budget

The ongoing drought across South Dakota is not only affecting farmers, but will affect everyone in the long run if it doesn’t rain soon.

The city of Yankton continues to discuss their budget this week, and revenues are strong. However, Yankton City Manager Amy Leon says the city relies heavily on our farming community…

Leon adds that caution is needed as many aspects of the future are uncertain…

Net farm income is expected to be down at least twenty two percent this year compared to last year.