Backgrounders

These one- to two-page documents are created by South Dakota Farm Bureau and the American Farm Bureau Federation to provide background on key state and federal agriculture issues. Use these to learn more about a topic and to facilitate conversation in your county Farm Bureau.

2026 Gubernatorial Election

Learn about the views on agriculture held by the two candidates for South Dakota Governor. 

Q&A with Gov. Larry Rhoden

Q&A with Dan Ahlers

2026 Ballot Issues

SDFB has adopted positions on two of the four proposed amendments to South Dakota's Constitution.

2026 Ballot Measure Positions

South Dakota Issues

Data Centers 2026

Ag Land Operator Discount 2026

National Issues

 AFBF Renewable Energy Policies 2024