Business and Economic News

Solar power is on a roll in Minnesota
MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two solar developers about how solar energy is growing in Minnesota and challenges facing the industry.
Can the SEC stand up to the richest man on the planet?
The world's richest man, who has run afoul of regulators before, is in their sights again as he tries to buy Twitter. It's raising questions about the SEC's ability to police the rich and powerful.
Canceled flights, lighter schedules caused by takeoff in demand to travel
If you decided to fly someplace for the Memorial Day holiday, it probably was not fun. Six-thousand global flights were canceled starting Friday with hundreds more flights delayed. Delta Airlines with the Twin Cities hub canceled more than 500 domestic and international flights.
‘It’s pretty devastating’: Turkey farmer hopes worst is over after avian flu loss
During the last avian flu outbreak seven years ago, the central Minnesota turkey farms owned by Matt Herdering's family managed to escape unscathed. This time around, they weren't so lucky.
How Minnesota’s farmers handle extreme weather, inflation and supply chain woes
Rising costs, supply chain trouble and extreme weather are causing problems for farmers. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Minnesota’s agriculture commissioner about the state of farming.