Mikkel Pates

Mikkel Pates' article titles and coverage attributes reveal a strong focus on local business, particularly in the agriculture sector. The topics covered include White Earth Nation, agriculture, water disputes, sustainability, and farming. Given this pattern of coverage, he is likely to be most responsive to pitches related to agricultural businesses or issues impacting the agricultural community.

Pitches focusing on developments within the agriculture industry with relevance to the areas mentioned are likely to capture Mikkel's attention. Additionally, insights into agribusiness trends and their impact on rural communities could be of interest based on his prior reporting.

Considering that there is no specific geographic focus indicated for Mikkel Pates' articles and given that many of his articles cover local issues such as those concerning White Earth Nation in Minnesota along with broader themes like sustainability and farming practices – suggesting an emphasis more on regional matters - it would be beneficial for outreach efforts to highlight localized impacts or tie-ins when relevant.