Business and Economic News

Wet autumn tests farmers, delays harvest
It's been a wet fall, and Minnesota farmers are running behind on harvesting the state's two primary crops, corn and soybeans. The delay means harvest could bump up against the first snow.
As Trump moves to renegotiate NAFTA, U.S. farmers are hopeful but nervous
Farmers say exports are a crucial part of their business and they're warily watching as the Trump administration pushes to remake the long-standing trade agreement with Canada and Mexico.
Minnesotans expected to pay more to stay warm this winter
A federal estimate says most Minnesota households will pay more to heat their homes with natural gas this winter.
Wisconsin announced the 36 percent premium increase for the average plan on Thursday, fueled by the loss in subsidies that help cover deductibles and copayments for low-income consumers.
Equifax takes down webpage after report of new cybersecurity 'situation'
When people tried to visit a certain page on the company's website Thursday, they got an error message: "We're sorry ..." Equifax says it is looking into a report of fraudulent links on its site.
Why are Minnesota pheasant numbers down? Ask Washington
With hunting season set to open Saturday, there are efforts underway to increase pheasant numbers. But a lot depends on what happens in Congress.
Target joins other retailers in offering voice shopping
Target is jumping into voice-activated shopping as it deepens its relationship with Google, offering thousands of items found in the store except for perishables like fruit and milk.