SDCL § 38-27-8: Powers of council.

In the administration of this chapter, the oilseeds council may:

(1) Contract and cooperate with any person or with any governmental department or agency for research, education, and transportation;

(2) Expend the funds collected pursuant to this chapter and appropriated for its administration;

(3) Appoint, discharge, fix compensation for, and prescribe the duties of personnel as necessary, subject to approval of the secretary;

(4) Accept donations of funds, property, services, or other assistance from public or private sources for the purpose of furthering the objectives of the council.