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Preparing Turkey for the Holidays

The holidays often involve preparing turkey. Planning ahead to safely prepare and roast a turkey will relieve some of the cooking stress associated with the holidays. Safe food handling is important for the health of you and your family.

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Planning for Holiday Expenses on a Tight Budget

The holidays are a time to spend with family and friends sharing good food and gifts. Unfortunately, this time of sharing can create stress for individuals and families who are living on a tight budget. Planning ahead and making decisions about spending will help the holidays be more enjoyable.

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Your Money Your Goals On Demand

is a free self-paced online course that helps you learn about budgeting, credit, debt, and saving.

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Thankfulness: Creating a Culture of Gratitude

Why should we create a culture of gratitude? Research shows that feeling appreciated creates more-productive environments at work, as well as healthier, more long-lasting relationships. Learn some expert tips for getting started this holiday season!

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Impacts of Beef Hot Carcass Weight on Steak Palatability

The beef industry is constantly evolving, with producers striving for maximum efficiency and high product quality. Recent research at South Dakota State University evaluated the impact of beef hot carcass weight and product aging on steak palatability.

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Oat Variety Trial Results

In 2024, oat variety trials were planted at 7 locations throughout South Dakota.

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Further Reading

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South Dakota Pest Management Guides

The South Dakota Pest Management guides are now available for free. The guides offer recommendations for controlling weeds, insects, and diseases in a variety of South Dakota crops.

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South Dakota Agricultural Land Market Trends

The 2024 South Dakota State University (SDSU) Extension Farm Real Estate Market Survey is the 34th annual survey of agricultural land values and cash rental rates by land use and quality in different regions of South Dakota.

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Fertilizer Recommendation Guide

SDSU Extension fertilizer recommendations are based on field research in South Dakota and neighboring states.

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Understanding Western South Dakota Prairie Streams

This document provides information and guidance for landowners and land managers in western South Dakota who are managing small intermittent streams.

Upcoming Events

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Dec 04

Environmental Training for CAFOs - December

An environmental training session for operators of Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs), will be held Wednesday, December 4, 2024, in Huron at the Crossroads Convention Center (100 Fourth St. S.W. in Huron, SD 57350).

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Dec 06

Northern Plains Forage Association Annual Meeting

The Northern Plains Forage Association will host its annual meeting and educational seminars on December 6, 2024, at the Brandon Holiday Inn Express (1103 N Splitrock Blvd, Brandon, SD 57005).