Business and Economic News

Startup using tech to pull back the curtain on seed, fertilizer prices
The Farmers Business Network was born of farmers frustrated with opaque pricing for seed and chemicals, and tech guys who believe that data is the answer. So far, about 7,500 farmers across North America are buying in to the idea.
Law enforcement agencies boost efforts to diversify ranks
Over the weekend, the State Patrol held one of its recruiting events for women. It comes at a time when agencies across the state are redoubling recruitment efforts because fewer people are applying to become officers.
New job hope for adults in drug and alcohol recovery
Many in recovery go long periods without work, and face stigma against addiction. A new hiring site, just for job seekers in recovery, aims to change that.
Next-generation GPS satellite heads to space this week
After months of delays, the U.S. Air Force is about to launch the first of a new generation of GPS satellites, designed to be more accurate, secure and versatile.
Wolves are back in Germany, but not always welcome
Wolves are making a big comeback in Germany, and with their return there is growing political tension over whether the animals pose too much of a threat to livestock.
Quoting 'The Lorax,' court pulls permit for pipeline crossing Appalachian Trail
The federal judges noted "the Forest Service's serious environmental concerns that were suddenly, and mysteriously, assuaged in time to meet a private pipeline company's deadlines."
Farmers buoyed but cautious as China resumes buying soybeans
The resumption of soybean sales to China this week is encouraging to American farmers, but producers see it only as a small step and say they need more federal aid.
Delta mostly reverses course on travel benefits for subsidiary employees
After employee grumblings about walk-outs and sick-outs, Delta Air Lines largely reversed course on cuts to employee travel benefits at a subsidiary in which it's giving up sole ownership.
Black-owned credit union closer to opening in N. Mpls.
It would be the first state-chartered credit union to be approved in Minnesota in at least 15 years, according to the state Department of Commerce.
New York state is suing Target, Walmart and a third company for importing and selling children's toys with lead levels up to 10 times higher than federal limits.